Forensic Psychologist, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neuroscience

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Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to more than 47,000 students, 10,500 faculty and staff and 330,000 alumni, UC combines a Top 35 research university with a physical setting The New York Times calls “the most ambitious campus design program in the country.”

With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, eight straight years of record enrollment, worldwide leadership in cooperative education, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 athletic conference, UC’s momentum has never been stronger. UC’s annual budget tops $1.6 billion and its endowment totals $1.9 billion.

The College of Medicine, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neuroscience is recruiting for a Forensic Psychologist (clinical track) for our growing and competitive department, at the Instructor, Assistant, Associate or Professor level. The final rank and title of the appointment will be commensurate with the experience and professional accomplishments of the selected applicant.  Experience and interest in forensic psychology is necessary. Applicants should have experience completing civil or criminal forensic evaluations and in providing court testimony related to such cases. Applicants should also have experience in administering psychological testing pertinent to forensic evaluations. 

The Department is dedicated to high quality medical student and resident education, excellence in patient care and advancing the science in psychiatry and behavioral neurosciences through clinical trials and ongoing collaborative research. Our Department supports clinical care and career development in multiple disciplines, including general psychiatry, addiction psychiatry, forensic psychiatry, consultation-liaison psychiatry, geriatric psychiatry, and neuromodulation including electroconvulsive therapy and transcranial magnetic stimulation.

Salaries are competitive with academic medical centers in the Midwest. Signing and relocation bonuses are available. The benefits through the University of Cincinnati are superb and include comprehensive health and dental insurance, excellent retirement packages, and tuition remission for undergraduate and graduate studies for self and dependents.

For additional information you may visit https://med.uc.edu/depart/psychiatry or contact Dr. Melissa P. DelBello, Chair, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neurosciences, University of Cincinnati, 260 Stetson Street, Suite 3200, Cincinnati, OH 45219 or via email to [email protected]. 

Responsibilities may include:

• Direct patient care.
• Teaching of medical students, residents and fellows.
• Research at various University of Cincinnati Health facilities, hospitals and other local health care systems.
• The ideal applicant would assume a leadership role in the forensic psychiatry training program and in the operation of our forensic division.
• Additional opportunities for career development include participation in quality improvement and a monthly forensic psychiatry journal club, peer supervision, and formal mentorship.

• Must have obtained a Doctorate or terminal degree from a regionally accredited college or university of recognized standing in a field appropriate to the requirements of the position.
• For positions within Performing and Studio Arts or Nursing, an appropriate Master’s degree may replace the Doctoral requirement. 

Psy.D. or Ph.D.

Ohio Psychology License.

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.

• Competitive salary range dependent on the candidate's experience.
• Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program.
• Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
• Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave.
• Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services.

FOR ALL FACULTY HIRES OFFICIAL ACADEMIC TRANSCRIPTS WILL BE REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF HIRE

The University of Cincinnati, as a multi-national and culturally diverse university, is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and diverse place of learning and employment. As part of a complete job application you will be asked to include a Contribution to Diversity and Inclusion statement.

As a UC employee, and an employee of an Ohio public institution, if hired you will not contribute to the federal Social Security system, other than contributions to Medicare. Instead, UC employees have the option to contribute to a state retirement plan (OPERS, STRS) or an alternative retirement plan (ARP).

The University of Cincinnati is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer / Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran.

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