The University of Iowa Department of Psychiatry is seeking faculty for a position as a Clinical Assistant Professor in Adult Psychiatry. 

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any misconduct history or pending research misconduct investigation including but not limited to sexual misconduct in prior employment and provide a related release and will be subject to a criminal background and credential check.

• Applicants must have a medical degree or equivalent (ex. MD, DO, or MD/PhD)

• Completion of an accredited psychiatry residency


• Applicants must have a commitment to patient care and teaching


• Demonstrated experience in clinical care of patients with psychiatric disorders, including:
  
  
  
  • Inpatient psychiatry
  
  
  • Consultation-liaison services in hospital settings
  
  
  • Evaluation and management of medically complex patients
  
  
  
  


• Experience in teaching and supervision of medical students and/or residents.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Licensure (or eligibility for licensure) in the state of Iowa


• DEA Registration and Controlled Substance License


• Board eligibility or board certification in Psychiatry

• Preferred board certification in consultation-liaison psychiatry


• Demonstrated leadership experience in psychiatry within hospital or health system settings, including roles such as Medical Director, Department Lead, or equivalent


• Proven ability to oversee clinical operations, including patient safety, care quality, policy development, and multidisciplinary team performance


• Extensive experience managing and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, including psychiatrists, advanced practice providers, nursing, social work, and medical


• Strong background in consultation-liaison psychiatry and inpatient psychiatric care, with experience supporting emergency department and medical/surgical services


• Experience coordinating care delivery across complex healthcare environments, including staffing, call schedules, and service coverage


• Demonstrated success in academic medicine, including teaching and supervising medical students, residents, or fellows, and contributing to curriculum development or training programs


• Ability to lead clinical education initiatives, including didactics, interdisciplinary training, and professional development programs


• Experience in developing or advancing clinical programs, quality improvement initiatives, or integrated models of care


• History of scholarly activity, such as research, publications, presentations, or participation in professional organizations (preferred)


• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence, collaborate, and lead across clinical and administrative stakeholders