Clinical Research Psychiatrist - Director of Brain Stimulation Program

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Jen Sullivan Department of Psychiatry Faculty Affairs Managersullivjech.eduJob Summary The Department of Psychiatry at the University of Michigan is seeking a full-time, instructional track psychiatrist to lead a brain stimulation program, focusing on bipolar and mood disorders. The ideal candidate for this position will be leading a clinical research program with non-invasive brain stimulation. The program will be a component of the Prechter Bipolar program, which is a longstanding clinical research program in the Department of Psychiatry.

It is expected that this program will be anchored by transcranial magnetic stimulation, but opportunities include transcranial focused ultrasound, transcranial electrical stimulation and invasive brain stimulation. In addition to seeking funding for and carrying out research on brain stimulation, it is expected that the candidate will also direct clinical, FDA-cleared brain stimulation for depression. The candidate will be expected to have already established a robust research footprint in non-invasive brain stimulation, and is ready to move to a leadership position in a unique environment.  

A generous package of resources will be provided.

The U-M Department of Psychiatry involves more than 170 faculty, robust research programs, busy general and subspecialized clinical programs, and clinical and research training opportunities. The environment at the University of Michigan provides fertile grounds for collaborations in biomedical engineering, AI/data sciences, psychology, neurology and functional brain imaging.

Required Qualifications
* Applicants must hold an M.D. or equivalent degree, be certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, and must hold or be eligible for Michigan medical and pharmacy licenses. Evidence of clinical competence and competence in clinical and didactic teaching is expected.

Desired Qualifications
* Specialized training and expertise in non-invasive brain stimulation

Modes of Work Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Underfill Statement This position is posted as Assistant Professor/Associate Professor. The rank of the selected candidate will depend upon candidate's qualifications.

Background Screening Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third-party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M  addition to the screenings indicated above under Michigan law, a criminal history check including fingerprinting is required as a condition of transfer or employment for this position.

Final date to receive applications

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Job Opening ID282808

Working Title Clinical Research Psychiatrist
- Director of Brain Stimulation Program Job Title ASSOC PROFESSOR Work Location Ann Arbor Campus Ann Arbor, MIModes of Work Hybrid Full /Part Time Full-Time Regular/Temporary

RegularFLSA Status Exempt Organizational  Group Medical School

Department MM Psychiatry Department Posting Begin/End Date9/08/2026 - 10/08/2026

Career Interest Instructional
- Regular