Position Number: 0134011

Position Details: The Department of Psychiatry at the University of Pittsburgh and the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC) are seeking MD, PhD, or MD/PhD researchers for full-time faculty positions in eating disorders research. Positions are available at the assistant levels, but qualified candidates at other levels will also be considered. Successful candidates will join a vibrant and highly interactive research community.

Clinical and translational research programs investigating the pathogenesis, pathophysiology and/or treatment of eating disorders are of interest.

Growth is sough in the area of eating disorders diagnosis and treatment research; consequently, multiple positions are available. Primary selection criteria are history of productivity and ability to enhance an interactive and dynamic research community within and across departments in the greater Pittsburgh academic environment.

Successful candidates will join a vibrant and highly interactive research community with a long history of excellence in basic, translational and clinical research. The Department of Psychiatry is prepared to invest substantial resources to ensure success.

Application Process: Interested candidates should submit their curriculum vitae, a brief statement of research interest, and names and contact information of at least three references to psychfac@upmc.edu. EE/AA/M/F/Vets/Disabled

Child Protection Clearances: The following PA Act 153 clearances and background checks may be required prior to commencement of employment and as a condition of continued employment: PA State Police Criminal Record Check, FBI Criminal Record Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance.