Department of Pediatrics, College of Medicine,

University of Tennessee Health Science Center and 

Le Bonheur Children's Hospital

Seeking Division Chief of Psychology and Behavioral Health

The Department of Pediatrics at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center and Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital invite you to consider an opportunity to serve as the Division Chief of the newly created Division of Psychology and Behavioral Health. This newly created and well-supported entity will promote excellence through patient care, practice innovation, education, and research. The Division Chief and faculty will impact care for children and support for families by incorporating psychology and behavioral health into multiple aspects of pediatric health care.

The Division of Psychology and Behavioral Health will play a critical role in addressing the health inequities that affect children and families in the Midsouth region, and the successful candidate is expected to foster an inclusive environment that values diverse identities. Multifaceted support for faculty in a setting where they can thrive is expected. There are numerous opportunities to collaborate both within and beyond the Hospital and University with established community and institutional partnerships.

Opportunity highlights

- Tenure track or non-tenure track position with academic rank commensurate with experience (associate or full professor), reporting directly to the Chair of Pediatrics

- Work with institutional leaders to create and lead a division which is expected to grow substantially to meet the mental health needs of the hospital and the community

- Collaborate with educational partners to develop sustainable training models and/or create new training programs in psychology and related fields

- Opportunity to collaborate on numerous studies and projects with a comprehensive world-class team of pediatric specialists and with robust research infrastructure and support

- Competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits

- Opportunities to create and expand partnerships to serve the community

The University of Tennessee Health Science Center fosters integrated, collaborative, and inclusive education; research and scientific discovery; clinical care and public service. Faculty roles in these missions across our 6 Colleges contribute to and strengthen our local community, with benefits of our teaching and innovation extending worldwide. Le Bonheur Children's Hospital is a 255-bed, free-standing tertiary care facility which has been named a Best Children's Hospital by U.S. News and World Report for the 12^th consecutive year. Our team includes over 750 medical staff members in at least 45 specialty areas in facilities designed for the best care for children and families and we're still growing!

Community Highlights

Memphis, Tennessee is rich in history but with an ongoing renaissance in multiple realms and an eye to the future. Memphis is home to thriving medical district, multiple outstanding institutions of higher education, a revitalized downtown, a robust Arts District, many historic neighborhoods, and a vibrant restaurant scene. Outdoor activities abound with the mighty Mississippi River at our doorstep and an extensive renovated riverfront area that hosts multiple community-wide events. Scenic trails to accommodate cycling, walking, running, and strolling extend throughout the city and beyond. Residents from the city and surrounding areas along with visitors from far and wide come together for annual music and food festivals and to support our home teams from multiple colleges as well as in NBA, AAA baseball, and professional USL soccer. We have world-renowned music including jazz and blues and museums, symphony, ballet, opera, and theater with skilled professional companies based in Memphis in addition to touring national and international shows. Individuals and families will be welcomed by our hospitality and quickly feel that this is home. Tennessee has no state income tax and a cost of living below the national average. Fodor's Travel named Memphis to its 2022 "Go List" and TIME named Memphis one of the "World's Greatest Places" in 2021.

Interested individuals should contact Dr. Toni Whitaker, Search Committee Chair, via email at twhitak1@uthsc.edu.

Please provide a CV and letter of interest.

The successful candidate must have a PhD, PsyD, or equivalent terminal degree, with experience providing and leading psychology and/or behavioral health services. A background in pediatric, clinical, counseling, clinical child and adolescent, or school psychology with experience in a pediatric health care and academic setting is preferred. Licensure in the state of Tennessee with health service provider status will be required. Candidates should be board-certified or board-eligible in an appropriate field.