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University of California, San Francisco

Psychologist 1

University of California, San Francisco, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199

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Job Summary Psychologists apply psychological principles, theories, methods, and techniques in the evaluation and treatment of patients with emotional or mental disorders; and perform other related duties as required. This position exists to provide knowledge and expertise in psychology, and in particular to perform clinical interviewing, to perform suicide assessment as indicated, and to attend study team meetings. The role involves providing clinical interviewing and performing differential diagnoses during clinical interviews.

Department Description The Osher Center is a research, education and clinical services program of the UCSF School of Medicine. Our Center strives to successfully integrate modern medicine, healthy lifestyle practices, and established healing approaches from around the globe, in an effort to meet the need for a new model of care and daily living that promotes healing and well‑being of the whole person - mind, body and spirit. For more information about the Osher Center please visit: http://www.osher.ucsf.edu/

Salary The salary range for this position is $49.48 - $76.72 (Hourly Rate). The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy. Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.

Required Qualifications

Ph.D. or Psy.D. degree in clinical psychology; and knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of duties assigned to the position

Degree with a specific emphasis on clinical interviewing using protocols and differential diagnosis

Current, valid license in California as a psychologist. Out of state licensed psychologist have 180 days to complete licensure requirements in the State of California.

Knowledge of specific clinical interview protocol: Structured Clinical Interview for the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM‑5)

Knowledge of and experience with conducting clinical interviews with differential diagnosis

Experience with assessing for suicidality

Good interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

Minimum of 3+ years of directly related experience

Knowledge of specific suicidality assessment protocol: Columbia Suicide Severity Rating Scale (C‑SSRS)

Knowledge of the Structured Clinical Interview for Sleep Disorders (SCISD)

Experience assessing eligibility and collecting outcome data in the context of clinical trials

Experience assessing sleep disorders

License / Certification

Current, valid license in California as a psychologist. Out of state licensed psychologist have 180 days to complete licensure requirements in the State of California.

About UCSF The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate‑level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10‑campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

Equal Employment Opportunity The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

Job Information Job Code and Payroll Title: 009384 PSYCHOLOGIST 1

Job Category: Social Work and Psychology

Seniority level: Not Applicable

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Health Care Provider

Industries: Higher Education

Campus: Mount Zion (SF)

Percent: 20%

Location: San Francisco, CA

Work Style: Fully Remote

Shift: Variable

Shift Length: Variable

Additional Shift Details: 4-8 hours per week (scheduling variable); 1545 Divisadero Street

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