Assistant/Associate Professor of Clinical Psychiatry (Child and Adolescent)

Assistant/Associate Professor of Clinical Psychiatry (Child and Adolescent) Hiring Department : UICOMP-Psychiatry Location : Peoria, IL USA Requisition ID : 1037391 Posting Close Date : 6/15/2026 Salary: $270,000 to $325,000 per year The University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria (UICOMP) seeks candidates for the position(s) of Assistant/Associate Professor of Clinical Psychiatry in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Medicine. This is a full‑time, on‑site position for an academic child and adolescent psychiatrist with a strong interest in graduate medical education to expand services and strengthen educational training with the opportunity to develop a new CAP fellowship. About the University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria The University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria is a regional campus of one of the largest public medical schools in the United States. We are known for having small class sizes and exceptional faculty mentorship, allowing UICOMP students to excel under a rigorous curriculum. In collaboration with our hospitals and clinical partners, UICOMP Faculty members provide care to more than 45,000 patients each year and contribute to medical education for more than 260 students, and more than 300 physician residents and fellows annually. UICOMP healthcare partners include Jump Simulation, OSF Saint Medical Center, OSF Children’s Hospital of Illinois, and Carle Health Greater Peoria. UICOMP is also part of an R1 research institute with translational research focusing on Alzheimer dementia and oncology. Peoria and the surrounding central Illinois area offer an attractive mix of small‑town charm and big‑city offerings. It has a large, diverse, and supportive medical community. Peoria offers diverse local communities, low cost of living, excellent schools, and an array of recreational activities. Peoria is the #1 “best place to live” in Illinois and a Top 50 Best Cities in the US, according to US News and World Report. Niche gave Peoria an “A” rating for diversity. This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes health, dental, vision, life insurance, a retirement plan, paid time off, and tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Position Summary The faculty member will work with the Department Chair to develop outpatient and community‑based clinical services for children, adolescents and their families within the UICOMP system. The faculty member will provide guidance and oversight to an emerging enterprise to facilitate the mission of the department for clinical care, education, scholarship, and outreach. The faculty member will develop a child and adolescent psychiatry fellowship, spearheading collaboration with community partners. Duties & Responsibilities Direct patient care & expansion of child and adolescent psychiatric services Supervision and teaching of general psychiatry residents and medical students Function as a University faculty member, performing such duties as are appropriate to academic rank and position Future development of an ACGME‑accredited child and adolescent psychiatry fellowship, administration of the program, accountable for operations, teaching, scholarly activity, recruitment and selection, faculty development, orientation, evaluation and promotion Minimum Qualifications MD or DO graduate of an LCME/AACOM‑accredited medical school Graduate of an ACGME‑approved child and adolescent psychiatry fellowship Licensed or license‑eligible in the state of Illinois ABPN board‑certified in adult and child and adolescent psychiatry Preferred Qualifications Experience in inpatient and outpatient psychiatry Experience in the administration of educational programs Equal Opportunity Employment Statement The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit to view our non‑discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E‑Verify. Accommodations The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an accommodation at Additional Information Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position; however, all employment decisions will be made by a person. #J-18808-Ljbffr