Psychiatric Research Jobs in Raleigh, NC (NOW HIRING)

Posting Information
Posting Information
Department
Psychiatry-CECMH-Wake STEP - 412236
Posting Open Date
09/02/2026
Application Deadline
09/30/2026
Open Until Filled
No
Position Type
Permanent Faculty
Working Title
STEP Psychiatrist - Open Rank
Appointment Type
Open Rank
Vacancy ID
FAC0006073
Full-time/Part-time
Full-Time Permanent
Hours per week
40
FTE
1
Position Location
North Carolina, US
Hiring Range
Proposed Start Date
12/07/2026
Position Information
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A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn. One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community. University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education and research.
Patient care: We promote health and provide superb clinical care while maintaining our strong tradition of reaching underserved populations and reducing health disparities across North Carolina and beyond.
Education: We prepare tomorrow's healthcare professionals and biomedical researchers from all backgrounds by facilitating learning within innovative and integrated curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education to ensure a highly skilled workforce.
Research: We develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers and resources. We provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our university to support outstanding research. We foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic and population research.
Position Summary
UNC School of Medicine's Department of Psychiatry is seeking a board-certified/board-eligible open-rank, fixed term Psychiatrist to provide clinical care to adults with serious mental illness. This position will work in a dynamic and multidisciplinary academic medical center environment, where the successful candidate will have opportunities to provide patient care, teach, and engage in research.
The primary practice location for this position is the UNC STEP Clinic in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. The psychiatrist will provide both in-person and virtual care to adults with serious mental illness as part of UNC's Center for Excellence in Community Mental Health (CECMH). CECMH is dedicated to promoting recovery and improving quality of life for individuals with mental illness through innovative clinical services, education, community partnerships, and research. We are seeking a clinician who values collaborative, team-based care and is committed to helping individuals build on their strengths, achieve their goals, and lead meaningful lives.
Responsibilities include providing high-quality, evidence-based psychiatric care for adults with serious mental illness, including diagnostic evaluations, treatment planning, psychopharmacologic management, and ongoing clinical care. The psychiatrist will work closely with an interdisciplinary team of nurses, therapists, social workers, psychologists, and other healthcare professionals to support comprehensive, person-centered treatment. Additional responsibilities include addressing the physical health needs of individuals with serious mental illness through coordination with primary care and specialty providers, providing psychiatric consultation to healthcare teams across the medical center, and contributing to the academic mission of the department through teaching, supervision, mentorship, and scholarly activities.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

• Applicants for general psychiatry positions must have an MD or equivalent degree and be board certified or board eligible.
• Applicants must be eligible for North Carolina licensure.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

• A high interest and history of working with patients with serious mental illness is preferred.
• Strong clinical and communication skills with the ability to work effectively in a team environment is preferred.
• Preferred applicants will have interest in the department's missions of clinical care, teaching, research, and advocacy.

Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities
Special Instructions
Quick Link
https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/324768
Department Contact Information
Department Contact Name and Title
Morgan Elliston, HR Consultant
Department Contact Telephone or Email
moellist@ad.unc.edu
Academic Personnel Office Contact Information
If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the University's Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost office at (919)-962-1091 or send an email to facultyrecruitment@unc.edu.
Please note: The Executive Vice Chancellor & Provost office will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.
If you have any questions about the job requirements or the hiring department notify the Department Contact.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.