Physician Scientist; Assistant​/Associate Professor

PHYSICIAN SCIENTIST – ASSISTANT/ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR

The Maryland Psychiatric Research Center (MPRC), an internationally recognized leader in schizophrenia research and treatment, is seeking a full‑time physician scientist with a focus on translational research in schizophrenia spectrum disorders.

This faculty position offers an exceptional opportunity to lead innovative bench‑to‑clinic research in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment. Candidates with interests in early‑phase psychosis, metabolic psychiatry, negative symptoms, or other emerging areas of psychiatric research are strongly encouraged to apply.

• Human post‑mortem studies
• Advanced neuroimaging, including magnetic resonance techniques
• Neuromodulation methods such as Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS)
• Computational modeling and high‑dimensional data analytics

Faculty benefit from a collaborative, highly supportive structure aimed at ensuring extramural funding success. MPRC offers access to state‑of‑the‑art resources, including:

• MPRC Magnetic Resonance Center
• Maryland Brain Collection
• Neuromodulation Labs
• Clinical Trials Infrastructure
• Basic Science Facilities
• Biobanking Resources

UMB offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development.

Expected Salary Range: $230,000 to $300,000 (see full posting for details).

• MD or DO (or foreign equivalent)
• Board‑certified or board‑eligible in Psychiatry
• Eligible for unrestricted Maryland medical licensure and CDS registration
• Demonstrated research productivity and potential to secure extramural funding

For immediate consideration, please submit a cover letter, CV, and contact information for references at the following link:

Please direct any questions to aamanteryland.edu.

UMB is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law or policy.