Open Rank of Psychiatry in Community Behavioral Health in Albuquerque, New Mexico at University of New Mexico

Open Rank of Psychiatry in Community Behavioral HealthPosting Number req37673
Employment Type Faculty
Faculty Type Clinician Educator
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 Departmentof Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at University of New Mexico HealthSciences is eager to put together the right package for individuals with apassion for clinical psychology and academics, coupled with an interest injoining a team of talented, caring and dedicated faculty members. Applicationsare being accepted for an academic faculty clinical psychologist , suitable for anappointment at the Open Rank. Positions are currently available in the Community Behavioral Health Division . Research involvement is required forapplicants. This position includes both clinical and academic opportunities.

As a member ofour supportive and collegial department, the person selected will haveopportunities for multi-cultural clinical care with an emphasis on thetreatment of Native American populations. Scholarly activities are available,including collaboration with colleagues across the health sciences campus andin rural communities across the state. There is potential for professionaldevelopment in leadership and administration within UNM Health Sciences. Educational activities include teaching and administration of seminars,mentoring and supervision of trainees in our APA Accredited Clinical PsychologyPre-Doctoral Internship Program, as well as medical students, residents,fellows, post docs, trainees in related disciplines, and participation in educationalcommittees. Salary and academic rank are commensurate with experience andacademic background.

Known for itsnatural beauty and temperate climate, Albuquerque is New Mexicos largest cityand sits at the base of the Sandia Mountains on the edge of the Rio GrandeValley. With its rich multicultural history, active arts community, andproximity to Santa Fe and Taos, Albuquerque is home to the University of NewMexico, Kirtland Air Force Base, Sandia National Laboratories, Intel and theIsotopes.

Qualifications

MinimumQualifications:

• Doctoral degreein clinical psychology or related field
• Clinicalexperience, minimum 1 year
• Licensed in NewMexico
  
• Must beeligible to work in the United States
  
• Experienceworking with Native American communities in New Mexico providing clinical careto Pueblo populations.
  
• Experienceproviding integrated behavioral health services in a primary care setting withNative American populations across the lifespan.
• Experienceworking on suicide prevention efforts

PreferredQualifications:

• Educational,teaching and supervision experience with psychology interns, post doctoralfellows and/or trainees in multiple disciplines.
• Experience withworking with Native American populations, especially from Pueblo communities inNew Mexico.
  
• A demonstratedcommitment to cultivate an understanding of the rich and varied cultures of NewMexico and to the success of the university's mission to serve local and globalcommunities.
  
• Experienceproviding Dialectic Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. andCognitive Behavioral Therapy for Suicide Prevention.
  
• Experienceworking in Indian Health Services primary care clinics providing integratedbehavioral health care.
  
• Experienceworking on research initiatives related to integrated care.
  
• Experience ingrant writing and administering federal grants.
  
• Experiencewriting technical reports for policymakers.
  
• Experience withcultural adaptation of evidence based and best practices.
  
• Experienceworking with the Indian Health Services on suicide prevention efforts.
  
• Experiencefacilitating webinars on evidence-based practice implementation in tribalcommunities and with Native American populations.

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; a current CV; and the names, addresses and contact information for three professional references. For Additional Information Contact: Deborah Altschul, PhD, Vice Chair for Community Behavioral Health Research daltschul@salud.unm.edu .

For Best Consideration For best consideration, please apply by 9/8/2026. 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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