Research Faculty - Psychiatry & Behavioral Health (Open Rank/Track Faculty)

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Job Title:

Research Faculty - Psychiatry & Behavioral Health (Open Rank/Track Faculty)

Department:

Medicine | Psychiatry

Tenure faculty (regardless of rank) - Tenure track faculty position in Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Health; serves as Principal Investigator or Co-Investigator on sponsored research grants and on original research projects; conceptualizes, plans, designs, implements and conducts research studies in the areas of Psychiatry, Neuroscience, and Behavioral Health; develops and writes grant proposals to seek and obtain funding to support research program; secures and maintains NIH RO1 or equivalent funding; writes and publishes research in high quality peer reviewed, scientific journals; attends and makes presentations of research at national and international scientific conferences; develops national and international scholarly reputation; instructs and mentors junior scientists, doctoral and postdoctoral students, medical students, residents and fellow trainees; participates in division, department, college and university committees and initiatives.

Additional Information:

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center (OSUWMC) Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health is seeking faculty members (open rank) to join the department regardless of rank. Successful candidates will have a strong record of external research funding, as well as expertise in developing, leading or substantially contributing to research, education, and clinical programs. Faculty responsibilities include advancing an externally funded program of research, publishing research in high quality peer-reviewed scientific journals, mentoring trainees across levels of academic development, and participating in division, department, college and university committees and initiatives. Specific research focus in the areas of Psychiatry, Neuroscience, and Behavioral Health are encouraged to apply. Applicants with expertise in randomized clinical trial designs, or related personalized treatment approaches are particularly encouraged to apply.

OSU Psychiatry and Behavioral Health has a rapidly growing research faculty, with over 20 tenure track faculty, and includes projects in neuromodulation, neurocomputation, personalized medicine approaches, neural and behavioral mechanisms underly risk for such illnesess, and innovative treatment modalities and strategies for prevention and treatment. The mood and anxiety programs are embedded in our multidisciplinary environment such that research opportunities are and can be embedded within clinical service delivery models.

Applicants must have an advanced degree (M.D., Ph.D.), with specialization in Psychiatry or Clinical Psychology from an accredited program and following accredited training pathways in alignment with suitability for licensure and clinical practice in the State of Ohio. Those with clinical degrees must be licensed in Ohio by the time of appointment. In some cases, individuals with substantial research programs and funding, and without clinical training or eligibility may be considered for this role (e.g., Ph.D., in Cognitive Neuroscience or similar), provided they are actively interested in, and demonstrate prior commitment to training clinical professionals and supporting clinical care. Salary and benefits are highly competitive. Information about our department is at http://psychiatry.osu.edu/. Faculty at OSUWMC enjoy excellent benefits (https://hr.osu.edu/benefits/), including tuition reimbursement for qualifying dependents. Additionally, the College of Medicine at OSUWMC offers a unique mentorship program geared toward career advancement of new faculty. A description of OSUWMC can be found at http://wexnermedical.osu.edu/about-us. In 2021, Forbes ranked The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center #14 overall on its list of America’s Best Large Employers and #2 among hospitals.

Columbus itself is a vibrant metropolitan area of >2 million people, with diverse cultural, sports, dining, and recreational opportunities (check us out at www.experiencecolumbus.com). Columbus is consistently ranked in the top ten in nearly every category—economic growth, great place to raise a family, affordable cost of living, and social/cultural opportunities (https://www.nbc4i.com/news/local-news/columbus-ranks-fifth-in-the-world-for-quality-of-life/). Columbus is the third fastest growing major metropolitan area in the Midwest and 14th largest city in the nation. We are home to several Fortune 500 companies and Columbus ranks in Money magazine’s picks as one of the ten best big cities. Many neighborhoods and communities boast excellent public schools.

How to Apply: Questions can be directed to Scott A Langenecker, PhD, Vice Chair of Research and Professor, Chair of the Search Committee. For consideration, please forward the following to Dr. Langenecker (scott.langenecker@osumc.edu): cover letter, statement of research interests, and CV. Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Start date is anticipated for spring, or summer 2026, but can be flexible based off needs.

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Ohio State is a top-20 public university, and its Ohio State Wexner Medical Center is one of America’s leading academic health centers. Eligible Ohio State employees receive comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental and vision insurance, tuition assistance for employees and their dependents, and state or alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions.

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