Assistant Professor- Academic Clinician, Pediatric Behavioral Health (CHOP) - University of Pennsylvania

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and the Department of Psychiatry at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seek candidates for several Assistant Professor positions in the non-tenure academic clinician track. Expertise is required in the specific area of Pediatric Psychology. Applicants must have a Ph.D. or equivalent degree. PA License in Psychology.



Teaching responsibilities may include supervising behavioral health trainees (including psychology externs and interns); giving lectures to trainees in psychology, psychiatry, and pediatrics; develop curricula.



Clinical responsibilities may include assessment and treatment services to children and families with acute and chronic illnesses in inpatient and outpatient settings which may involve supporting youth and families adjusting to medical conditions and managing co-existing psychosocial concerns.



Positions are available for clinicians with expertise in: delivery of evidence-based care, program development and quality improvement, and integrated behavioral health care for children with acute and/or chronic illnesses and their families. Specific recruiting programs may include: Pediatric Health and Behavior Program, Neurology Behavioral Health, and the Behavioral Health Integrated Program.



We seek candidates who embrace and reflect diversity in the broadest sense. The University of Pennsylvania and Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia are EOEs. Minorities/women/individuals with disabilities/protected veterans are encouraged to apply.






The University of Pennsylvania values diversity and seeks talented students, faculty and staff with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected class. Questions or concerns about this should be directed to the Executive Director of the Office of Affirmative Action (http://www.upenn.edu/affirm-action/) and Equal Opportunity Programs, University of Pennsylvania, 421 Franklin Building, 3451 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104-6205; or (215) 898-6993 (Voice) or (215) 898-7803 (TDD).