"Attending Psychologist - Complex Medical Disease"

UCSF Health is currently recruiting for a psychologist position in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences. The position will be filled in a rank and series commensurate with experience, with an anticipated start date of September 1, 2026 or thereafter.

Qualifications

• PhD in psychology or equivalent, postdoctoral training in psychology or equivalent, and licensed to practice psychology in California at the time of appointment.
• Demonstration specialization in health psychology.
• Demonstrated clinical, educational, and administrative skills with a strong commitment to an academic career as a clinician-educator.
• Competence in working with a range of communities and populations.
• Applicant's materials must list (pending) qualifications upon application submission.
• Applicants must meet all of the requirements by the time of hire.

Responsibilities

• Providing specialized health psychology services to patients with co-morbid complex medical disease, such as functional gastrointestinal disorders, including but not limited to cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and stress management strategies.
• Participating in teaching, supervision and assessment of trainees.
• Collaborating with other department members on research projects and scholarly activities.
• Engaging in innovation and improvements in clinical, research, and educational programs.
• Participating in departmental, university, and public service.

Applicants must apply online, with a CV, cover letter, and the contact information for 3 references.

The posted UC salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and step at appointment. See Table 5. The minimum base salary range for this position is $106,000 -$319,800. This position includes membership in the health sciences compensation plan which provides for eligibility for additional compensation.

Document requirements

• Curriculum Vitae - CV must clearly list current and/or pending qualifications (e.g. board eligibility/certification, medical licensure, etc.).
• Cover Letter

Reference requirements

• 3 required (contact information only)