Psychiatry - Physician

Company: Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University
Location: Philadelphia
Posted on: June 15, 2026

Job Description:

Educational Requirements and Minimum Qualifications
This position requires an MD or equivalent. Qualified candidates must be board-certified in Psychiatry and Neurology and qualified for an academic appointment at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor (preferred) in the medical school. They must have an outstanding record of clinical care, research, scholarship, and mentoring/education. Candidates with additional pertinent degrees (Ph.D., M.B.A., and M.P.H.) and/or fellowship training are encouraged to apply. Candidates will have excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as strong interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Lastly, candidates should be active participants in specialty organizations/committees at the regional and national levels and must be able to obtain medical licensure in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

Faculty Appointment, Benefits/Compensation
Annual compensation shall be determined based on the selected individual's experience and qualifications. In addition to a competitive salary, there is a comprehensive suite of benefits-including a generous 403(b) retirement match, 457(b), health, dental, vision, life, malpractice, tuition remission, and CME, among others.

Procedure for Candidacy
To be considered for this position, you must complete an online application. Applications will not be considered complete until you have submitted all the required documents and information.

Application materials should include: a current curriculum vitae, a comprehensive letter of interest summarizing all relevant experience, qualifications, clinical, educational, and research interests, and a one-page summary of leadership accomplishments and philosophy. Candidates applying for this position must also provide a statement of contributions to working effectively in an urban environment.

Please address your application to: Paul M. Katz, MD, Chair, Department of Neurology and Search Committee Chairperson, Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University, C/O Michael R. Lester, Assistant Dean, Physician/Faculty Recruitment & Retention, Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University.

Confidential inquiries and candidate nominations should be directed to Michael Lester.
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