Associate Professor/Researcher - Pediatric Psychology and Developmental Medicine

We seek a Ph.D. faculty member to join the expanding Division of Pediatric Psychology and Developmental Medicine at the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) and Children’s Wisconsin (CW). This is a collaborative position with faculty and researchers in Pediatric Psychology & Developmental Medicine, Mental & Behavioral Health, Pharmacology and Toxicology, and other fields.

About the role

• 100% research-focused position in child and adolescent brain development.
• Qualified candidates will have a strong publication record in this field and be well-positioned to compete for an NIH K award or ESI R01.
• Locations: Children's Center for Child Development (Wauwatosa) and Children's Wisconsin Milwaukee Campus.
• Performs other duties as assigned by Chair or Chair-Designate.

Schedule

• 1.0 FTE, Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM with schedule flexibility.
• Salaried (Exempt).

Qualifications

• PhD required.
• Strong collaborative skills and a passion for interdisciplinary teamwork.
• Rank will be determined by the qualifications and experience of the successful finalist.

About the Department

The Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Medicine is a dedicated community committed to improving lives affected by psychiatric diseases, concurrent disorders, behavior-related illnesses, and social-environmental conditions. Its mission is accomplished through six core values:

• Scholarship and research
• Education
• Clinical service
• Community engagement
• Bioethical principles
• Leadership and administration

About Children’s Wisconsin and Children’s Specialty Group

Children’s Wisconsin is an independent health care system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children. It provides primary care, urgent care, emergency care, specialty care, mental and behavioral health services, community health services, foster and adoption services, child advocacy services, and health insurance plans. Key highlights include:

• American College of Surgeons Level I Children’s Surgery Verification Center and Level I Pediatric Trauma Center.
• Diagnostic Imaging Center of Excellence, 72-bed Level IV NICU, Level IV Epilepsy Center, and a 72-bed PICU.
• Six specialties ranked by U.S. News & World Report (2021–2022): cancer; cardiology and heart surgery; gastroenterology and GI surgery; neurology and neurosurgery; orthopedics; and pulmonology.
• Over 70 specialties and 675 providers serving 220,000 outpatient visits, 67,000 emergency department/trauma center visits, and over 9,000 admissions annually.

About the Medical College of Wisconsin

The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is Wisconsin’s only private medical school and health sciences graduate school, with campuses in Milwaukee, Green Bay, and Central Wisconsin. MCW is a major national research center, ranking in the top third of U.S. medical schools in NIH funding and the second-largest research institution in Wisconsin. Key facts:

• Approximately 1,780 MCW physicians and 905 advanced practice providers care for over 484,000 patients annually.
• Over 5.1 million patient visits annually across eastern Wisconsin.
• Core values: Caring, Collaborative, Curiosity, Inclusive, Integrity, and Respect.

About Milwaukee

Milwaukee, Wisconsin’s largest city, is located on Lake Michigan’s western shore. With a metropolitan population of over 1.6 million, it offers affordability, comfort, and a high quality of life. Highlights include:

• Diverse neighborhoods accommodating various lifestyles, from urban apartments to small farms.
• Downtown attractions: botanical gardens, lakefront museums, theater district, professional sports teams (Milwaukee Bucks, Milwaukee Brewers), and award-winning restaurants.
• Scenic parklands and recreational opportunities along Lake Michigan, including hiking, cycling, and boating.
• Ranked 15th most walkable among the 50 largest U.S. cities.