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Clinical Research Faculty Position Division of Psychiatric Services Research,Department of Psychiatry University of Maryland School of Medicine TheDivision of Psychiatric Services Research (DPSR) in theDepartment of Psychiatry at the University of Maryland School of Medicine (UMSOM) at the University of Maryland Baltimore (UMB) is recruiting a*Clinical Research Scientist*who will build on our existingapplied clinical research, evaluation, training, and dissemination aimed atimproving the quality and outcomes of care for persons with mental health and substance use disorders.The mission of DPSR is to contribute to the evidence base for safe and effective interventions for improving mental health outcomes and enhancing recovery, evaluate the best settings and circumstances for offering interventions, and promote implementation of effective interventions through training and dissemination. We encourage applications in all areas of health services research and are particularly interested in individuals with expertise, skills and experience in one or more of the following content and methodological areas. /*Priority Content Areas*/ · Improving access to evidence-based interventions for affective disorders including treatment resistant depression · Design, testing, and/or implementation of physical health and mental health services to improve women’s mental health across the lifespan · Services research at the intersection of serious mental illness and disorders of aging /*Priority Methodological Areas*/ · Implementation science · Big data mining and analytics · Community-based participatory research Our division (Division of Psychiatric Services Research | University of Maryland School of Medicine (umaryland.edu)and department, which is home to the Maryland Psychiatric Research Center (Maryland Psychiatric Research Center (MPRC) | University of Maryland School of Medicine (umaryland.edu), have a long and rich history of health services research.Our division isthe academic affiliate for the VA Capitol Healthcare (VISN 5) Mental Illness Research, Education, and Clinical Center (VISN 5 MIRECC – Putting Recovery Into Practice - MIRECC / CoE (va.gov), a VA center of excellence in health services research in serious mental illness and mental health recovery. Campus wide initiatives in translational addictions research (Kahlert Institute for Addiction Medicine | University of Maryland School of Medicine (umaryland.edu), research using large-scale medical records data[The University of Maryland Institute for Health Computing - MPower Maryland] and translational neuroscience research [University of Maryland - Medicine Institute for Neuroscience Discovery (UM-MIND) | University of Maryland School of Medicine (umaryland.edu)] make our division an excellent place for creative and cutting edge services research. Resources for research career development (Research Career Development | University of Maryland School of Medicine (umaryland.edu)), medical record data access to support translational research (UMB ICTR - University of Maryland, Baltimore (umaryland.edu)), and community engaged research (The PATIENTS Program (umaryland.edu)) are available and accessible to enhance research programs in creative and diverse ways.This position represents a unique opportunity to relocate or develop an innovative and interdisciplinaryhealth services research program that will be competitive for the full spectrum of federal, state, and foundation funding opportunities. The position carries a faculty appointment at the University and offers an exciting opportunity for research, teaching and clinical work. Academic rank and salary are commensurate with experience. Expected rank is Assistant Professor or higher, however, rank and tenure status is dependent on candidate’s qualifications. Salary Range for full-time 100% FTE Assistant Professor $116,000-$140,000. The referenced salary range reflects base pay, which is based on faculty rank and years in rank. This salary range does not include all components of the Department of Psychiatry, Division of Psychiatry Services Research faculty compensation program or pay from participation in Division of Psychiatry Services Research variable compensation programs. Therefore, the actual compensation paid to the selected candidate may vary from the salary range stated herein. For more information, please contact the hiring department. The referenced salary range represents the minimum and maximum salaries for this position and is based on the University of Maryland School of Medicine’s good faith belief at the time of posting. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. The actual compensation offered to the selected candidate may vary and will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, internal equity, market conditions, education/training and other factors, as reasonably determined by the University. UMB offers a comprehensivebenefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development. This position participates in a retirement program that must be selected and is effective on your date of hire. Faculty receive a generous leave package that includes over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year, paid holidays, personal leave, unlimited accrual of sick time, and comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school.** * * Applicants should submit an application, statement of research interests and program vision, curriculum vitae, and the names of three references through theUMB Taleo website: · /For DPSR/Job Search - Advanced Search · Job Number: 240001QD Questions may be directed to the Search Committee Chair, Dr. Melanie Bennett, [email protected] The University of Maryland, Baltimore and UMSOM are equal opportunity/affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law or policy. We are an inclusive work environment, and value diversity and how it enriches our academic and scientific community. Applicants must have a doctoral degree. Competitive candidates will have an established research record, reflected by a strong publication profile, existing extramural funding, and a track record of successful research funding and scientific productivity. Their areas of interest and expertise should complement established research programs in DPSR and they should be able to collaborate with clinical treatment and translational programs within the department and broader university. In addition to working within a highly collaborative research environment, the successful applicant also will be expected to participate in the educational and service missions of the department and UMSOM including contributing to psychology and psychiatry research training and career development programs and initiatives. Candidates from underrepresented groups and diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. Academic rank, tenure-track status, start-up package, and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.Expected rank is Assistant Professor or higher; however, rank and tenure status is dependent on candidate’s qualifications. Questions may be directed to the Search Committee Chair, Dr. Melanie Bennett, [email protected]. **Job:** **Faculty* **Organization:** **School of Medicine - Clinical Departments* **Title:** *Clinical Research Scientist * **Location:** *null* **Requisition ID:** *240001QD*