Division Chief and Associate/Full Professor of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry

This is a full-time (1.0 FTE), tenure or non-tenure track faculty position in the University of Florida Department of Psychiatry.

About the Role

The Division Chief and Associate/Full Professor of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry will oversee the clinical, academic, and research operations in child and adolescent psychiatry. The ideal candidate is a dynamic, board-certified child and adolescent psychiatrist with a passion for advancing mental health care and education for children, adolescents, and their families. This role includes leadership, teaching, scholarly, and administrative responsibilities, with opportunities to shape the future of psychiatric care and research at the institution.

Responsibilities

• Provide visionary leadership for the Child and Adolescent Psychiatry division, fostering a collaborative, equitable, and high-quality academic and clinical environment.
• Oversee and ensure the integration of clinical services, educational programs, and scholarly/research initiatives.
• Develop and implement strategic plans to enhance patient care, research output, and educational excellence.
• Mentor and guide junior faculty members, fellows, and residents in professional development and academic growth.
• Serve as a liaison between the department and other clinical and academic departments and programs.
• Provide direct clinical care in child and adolescent psychiatry, including inpatient and outpatient services.
• Supervise and participate in the education and training of psychiatry residents, child and adolescent psychiatry fellows, medical students, and other healthcare professionals.
• Participate in curriculum development and delivery for child and adolescent psychiatry within the department.
• Work with the child and adolescent psychiatry program director to ensure educational programs meet accreditation standards and maintain high quality.
• Foster and lead scholarly and/or research initiatives focused on child and adolescent mental health.
• Encourage interdisciplinary research collaborations within and outside the department.
• Publish in peer-reviewed journals and/or present at national/international conferences.

Requirements

• MD or DO degree from an accredited institution.
• Board Certification in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry.
• Eligibility for licensure in Florida.
• Academic rank of Associate Professor or higher (or equivalent experience).
• A strong record of clinical, scholarly, and educational accomplishments.
• Demonstrated leadership and administrative experience in an academic or clinical setting.
• Experience in mentoring, program or curriculum development, and teaching.

Preferred Qualifications

• National recognition in child and adolescent psychiatry clinical care, research, or education.
• Experience developing or leading innovative programs in mental health care for children and adolescents.
• A track record of publications and research in the field of child psychiatry.
• Ability to secure research funding.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• Life insurance, long-term disability, accident, and illness insurance.
• Retirement savings and investment options with employer contributions.
• Generous paid time off including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, personal holiday, and winter break.
• 8 weeks of paid parental and medical leave.
• Access to wellness programs, flexible spending accounts, and an employee assistance program.
• Discounts for on-campus and off-campus activities and services.

About the Department and Location

Faculty in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Florida are engaged in groundbreaking projects covering a variety of interests through centers, labs, and collaborations with other departments. The department includes a large outpatient center with various specialty clinics, an active inpatient service, a psychiatry collaborative program for primary care practitioners, a school consultation program, and community consultation services. The department spans services across adult, addiction, and child/adolescent specializations, including a freestanding psychiatric hospital, a large consult liaison service, and multiple research centers such as the Center for Addiction Research & Education and the Center for OCD and Related Disorders (COARD). UF is also an active site for the NIH-landmark Adolescent Brain Cognitive Development (ABCD) Study.

The University of Florida is a top-ranked public research institution and one of the largest medical centers in Florida. It is a leader in the Southeast for innovative, evidence-based treatment programs for a variety of mental health disorders with a strong commitment to clinical science.

Gainesville, located in northern Florida, is home to the state’s largest and oldest university and is recognized as one of the best college towns, best places to live, and best places to retire. Known for its historic buildings and natural surroundings, Gainesville offers numerous parks, museums, and lakes, providing diverse entertainment options.