Open Rank of Psychiatry in Geriatric Psychiatry in Albuquerque, New Mexico at University of New Mexico

Open Rank of Psychiatry in Geriatric PsychiatryPosting Number req38204
Employment Type Faculty
Faculty Type Open Rank
Hiring Department Psychiatry Psych (451A)
Academic Location School of Medicine
Benefits Eligible The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for more information.
Position Summary
The UNM Department of Psychiatryand Behavioral Sciences is eager to put together the right package for anindividual with a passion for geriatric psychiatry and teaching, coupled withan interest in joining a team of talented, caring and committed facultymembers. Applications are being accepted for an academic faculty psychiatrist,suitable for appointment at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or fullProfessor, for a position in our Geriatric Psychiatry Division . Clinicalassignments will be at UNM Psychiatric Center. The successful candidate cantake full advantage of opportunities available in our vibrant and activeacademic community.

As an attending psychiatrist inour 16-bed geriatric psychiatry unit and outpatient clinics, the personselected will have a voice in developing the units direction as well asopportunities for multicultural clinical care and scholarly and collaborativeresearch activities across the Health Sciences campus. There are manyopportunities for professional development in leadership, administration, andeducation, including mentoring and supervision of medical students, residents,fellows, and trainees in related disciplines.

Salary and academic rank arecommensurate with experience and academic background.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• DoctorateDegree (MD or equivalent);
• Adult BoardCertified or Board Eligible
• Proven clinicalexperience minimum 1 year;
• Licensable inNew Mexico;
• Must beeligible to work in the United States.
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Educational, teaching andsupervision experience with residents, fellows and medical students;
• Clinical leadership experience inan academic setting.
• Geriatric Board Certified or BoardEligible
• A demonstrated commitment tocultivate an understanding of the rich and varied cultures of New Mexico and tothe success of the University's mission to serve local and global commun ities.

Application Instructions

Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.

A complete application will include a cover letter addressing each of the minimum and preferred qualifications and describing the applicants accomplishments and future goals; a current CV; and the names, addresses and contact information for three professional references. This position will remain open until filled. A selection committee will invite the most promising applicants for interviews. For Additional Information Contact: Christopher Abbott, MD Professor and Division Chief for Geriatric Psychiatry cabbott@salud.unm.edu

For Best Consideration For best consideration, please apply by 10/27/2026. This position will remain open until filled.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

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