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Psychologist - Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Health, Clinical Psychologi

Inside Higher Ed, Columbus, Ohio, United States, 43224

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Psychologist – Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Health, Clinical Psychologist – Depression Recovery Emphasis (Open Rank/Track Faculty) Posted 3 days ago – Position Type: Regular; Full‑time; Shift: First Shift. Location: Twelfth Ave, 395 W (0356), Columbus, OH. Salary: $90,000–$120,000.

Position Overview At OSUWMC, we are committed to providing compassionate, evidence‑based care. We are interested in candidates that complement our current strengths and support our clinical mission. We seek to hire faculty to help build our Depression Recovery Center. Area of specialization is open, and while we are particularly interested in those with clinical and/or research expertise in depression and mood disorders, we welcome applicants that build on existing strengths (e.g., cognitive‑behavioral approaches, mindfulness‑based treatments). The successful candidate will work within our interdisciplinary program in the Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Health. The psychologist directs or provides care in a manner consistent with the privileges granted them by the governing body of University Hospitals and as approved by the University Board of Trustees.

Department/Division Overview The successful candidate will join a 55+-member Section of Psychology in the Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Health. Our Section offers robust training opportunities, including externship experiences, psychology pre‑doctoral internship, and several fellowship programs. We offer a collaborative environment and an engaged Psychology faculty. To learn about our rapidly developing department, visit psychiatry.osu.edu.

Duties & Responsibilities Faculty responsibilities are consistent with our tripartite mission – patient care, education, and clinical research. The psychologist will join a multidisciplinary team serving patients referred for treatment of depression and other mood disorders, providing clinical evaluation and assessment, as well as individual and/or group psychotherapy. This requires thorough knowledge of the DSM‑5 and mental health diagnoses within the ICD‑10. The individual selected for this position will have ample opportunities to contribute to training, research, and other scholarly pursuits. Other duties include, but are not limited to, representing the program or Department by participating in committees, conferences, and representing OSU at professional meetings and community speaking engagements. The psychologist is expected to practice within the established Medical Center and standards of practice (policies, procedures, protocols), and adhere to key results areas of the Medical Center.

Requirements

Doctoral Degree in Psychology.

Licensed or license‑eligible in the state of Ohio.

Applicants must be from an APA‑ or CPA‑accredited clinical or counseling psychology doctoral program (with an accredited clinical internship), at least one year of relevant post‑doctoral experience, and be licensed in Ohio by the time of appointment.

Competent in technical clinical skills and possesses the cognitive and interpersonal skills required to serve patients receiving the above‑mentioned services.

Candidates with previous training or experience working with patients with mood disorders will be given preference.

How to Apply To be considered, please submit your application electronically via Workday. Application materials must include a cover letter and Curriculum Vitae. All inquiries and nominations should be directed in confidence to

Natalie Kessinger, Physician and Faculty Recruitment

(Natalie.Kessinger@osumc.edu). Questions can be directed to Jay Fournier, PhD (jay.fournier@osumc.edu) or Kristen Carpenter, PhD (kristen.carpenter@osumc.edu). Three letters of reference may be sent directly to Dr. Carpenter. Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Start date is anticipated as soon as possible but can be adjusted to meet the candidate’s needs.

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post‑offer process.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.

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