The Department of Psychiatry and Biobehavioral Sciences in UCLA's David Geffen School of Medicine (DGSOM) and the Division of Population Behavioral Health is seeking faculty to work as a part of a team emphasizing high quality, patient-centered psychiatric in-patient and/or outpatient care. Applicants specializing in adult, geriatric, child and adolescent neuropsychology and/or forensic neuropsychology are invited to apply.

This is an outstanding opportunity to join an established department of Psychiatry and Biobehavioral Sciences with an international reputation of excellence in education, research, and patient care. Time is allocated for didactic teaching, case conferences, and supervision of trainees. The successful candidate also will evaluate and treat their own patients. In addition, they will engage in scholarly or creative activities derived from and in support of their clinical teaching, professional, and service activities.

The department seeks applicants with a demonstrated commitment to academic and clinical excellence and diversity within our faculty, staff, and trainees. Teaching and supervisory experience of residents, fellows, interns and medical students is preferred. This recruitment is conducted at the Instructor/Assistant/Associate rank in the Health Sciences Clinical Professor series. Determination of rank and step will be based upon background, training, experience, and overall track record.

The successful candidate must meet the following qualifications by time of hire: Must hold a Clinical Ph.D or PsyD and be board eligible or certified in their relevant specialty discipline. Must possess a valid California Medical/Clinical License, and must possess a Drug Enforcement Agency certificate. Applicants specializing in adult, geriatric, child and adolescent, neuropsychology/forensic neuropsychology and addiction are invited to apply. Salary and academic rank will be commensurate with experience and achievements.

To apply, please submit i) a cover letter outlining academic interests; ii) an updated curriculum vitae; and iii) the names and contact information of three references to the application portal at recruit. For other information, send inquiries to PsyChairSemelDir@mednet.ucla.edu.

See Table 5 (effective 10/01/25) for the salary range for this position. A reasonable estimate for this position is $81,500-553,500.