CLINICAL ASSISTANT PROFESSOR IN ADULT PSYCHIATRY

CLINICAL ASSISTANT PROFESSOR IN ADULT PSYCHIATRYRequisition # 75958Position Basics

Type of Position CLINICAL-TRACK Advertising Ends on: Wednesday, October 21st, 2026 Advertising Started on: Monday, October 12th, 2026 College: Carver College of Medicine Department: Psychiatry
Salary

Salary: Commensurate
Position Details

Full/Part Time Status: Full Time Position Description:

The University of Iowa Department of Psychiatry is seeking faculty for a position as a Clinical Assistant Professor in Adult Psychiatry .

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any misconduct history or pending research misconduct investigation including but not limited to sexual misconduct in prior employment and provide a related release and will be subject to a criminal background and credential check.

Education Requirement:

• Applicants must have a medical degree or equivalent (ex. MD, DO, or MD/PhD)

Required Qualifications:

• Completion of an accredited psychiatry residency
• Applicants must have a commitment to patient care and teaching
• Demonstrated experience in clinical care of patients with psychiatric disorders , including:
  
  
  • Inpatient psychiatry
  • Consultation-liaison services in hospital settings
  • Evaluation and management of medically complex patients

  
  
• Experience in teaching and supervision of medical students and/or residents.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Certifications:

• Licensure (or eligibility for licensure) in the state of Iowa
• DEA Registration and Controlled Substance License
• Board eligibility or board certification in Psychiatry

Desirable Qualifications:

• Preferred board certification in consultation-liaison psychiatry
• Demonstrated leadership experience in psychiatry within hospital or health system settings, including roles such as Medical Director, Department Lead, or equivalent
• Proven ability to oversee clinical operations, including patient safety, care quality, policy development, and multidisciplinary team performance
• Extensive experience managing and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams , including psychiatrists, advanced practice providers, nursing, social work, and medical
• Strong background in consultation-liaison psychiatry and inpatient psychiatric care , with experience supporting emergency department and medical/surgical services
• Experience coordinating care delivery across complex healthcare environments, including staffing, call schedules, and service coverage
• Demonstrated success in academic medicine , including teaching and supervising medical students, residents, or fellows, and contributing to curriculum development or training programs
• Ability to lead clinical education initiatives, including didactics, interdisciplinary training, and professional development programs
• Experience in developing or advancing clinical programs, quality improvement initiatives, or integrated models of care
• History of scholarly activity, such as research, publications, presentations, or participation in professional organizations (preferred)
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence, collaborate, and lead across clinical and administrative stakeholders

Online Application Required Documents
Curriculum Vitae
Name and Contact Information of References Number of References: 3

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Contact Information

Contact: Sara L Tucker - View email address on click.appcast.io
Cmed-Psychiatry
Pappajohn Pavilion
140 Hawkins Drive
8961 JPP
Iowa City, IA 52242
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