Psychiatry in Geriatric Psychiatry

Posting Number: req
38204

Employment Type:

Faculty

Faculty Type:
Open Rank

Hiring Department:
Psychiatry Psych (451A)

Academic

Location:

School of Medicine

Benefits Eligible:
The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for more information.

The UNM Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences is eager to put together the right package for an individual with a passion for geriatric psychiatry and teaching, coupled with an interest in joining a team of talented, caring and committed faculty members. Applications are being accepted for an academic faculty psychiatrist,suitable for appointment at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or full Professor, for a position in our Geriatric Psychiatry Division.

Clinical assignments will be at UNM Psychiatric Center. The successful candidate cantake full advantage of opportunities available in our vibrant and active academic community.

As an attending psychiatrist inour 16-bed geriatric psychiatry unit and outpatient clinics, the person selected will have a voice in developing the unit’s direction as well as opportunities for multicultural clinical care and scholarly and collaborative research activities across the Health Sciences campus. There are many opportunities for professional development in leadership, administration, and education, including mentoring and supervision of medical students, residents,fellows, and trainees in related disciplines.

Salary and academic rank are commensurate with experience and academic background.

• Doctorate Degree (MD or equivalent);
• Adult Board Certified or Board Eligible
• Proven clinical experience – minimum 1 year;
• Licensable inNew Mexico;
• Must be eligible to work in the United States.

• Educational, teaching and supervision experience with residents, fellows and medical students;
• Clinical leadership experience inan academic setting.
• Geriatric Board Certified or Board Eligible
• A demonstrated commitment to cultivate an understanding of the rich and varied cultures of New Mexico and tothe success of the University's mission to serve local and global communities.

Christopher Abbott, MD Professor and Division Chief for Geriatric Psychiatry cabbott.edu

Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.

A complete application will include a cover letter addressing each of the minimum and preferred qualifications and describing the applicant’s accomplishments and future goals; a current CV; and the names, addresses and contact information for three professional references. This position will remain open until filled. A selection committee will invite the most promising applicants for interviews.

For best consideration, please apply by 10/27/2026. This position will remain open until filled.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.