Division Chief, Autism Services | Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center

The Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health of Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center (MSHMC) and Penn State College or Medicine (PSCOM) is seeking an outstanding clinician-academician-educator to serve as Chief, Division of Autism Services. This is a unique opportunity for a dynamic academic leader to directly shape the long-term vision and growth of a Division.

As the leader in the delivery of cutting-edge Autism care, the Chief must be strategically and operationally focused to guide the Division to the next level through the advancement and integration of clinical programs, education and research while continuing to meet and exceed national standards of excellence. We seek a Chief who understands and fosters an academic environment. The Division Chief will be responsible for the growth and advancement of research, scholarly activity and teaching excellence of the Division.

What We’re Seeking:

· A transformational leader to establish an inspiring vision for the Division’s future

· Respected academic leader with distinguished record of scholarly research activity, teaching and clinical care

· Ability to partner with a breadth of stakeholders to develop, inspire, communicate and operationalize a shared vision and strategic plan

· Demonstrated ability to develop and lead large scale clinical and academic efforts

Minimum Requirements:

· MD, DO, or foreign equivalent degree, Fellowship trained, BC/BE in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry; or PhD or PsyD from an APA approved clinical psychology program, including a pre-doctoral internship from an APA approved site

· Eligibility for rank of Associate Professor or higher, including candidates under review for Associate Professor and would apply for the same for this position

· All candidates must be license-eligible (Medical or Psychological) in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

About Penn State Health

Located in Central Pennsylvania, the Penn State Health system offers inviting and safe communities to live, work, play, and learn. The surrounding neighborhoods boast a reasonable cost of living whether you prefer a more suburban setting or thriving city rich in theater, arts, and culture. The area is rich in history and offers all the beautiful inspiration of the four seasons. You’ll discover numerous opportunities for day trips, local adventures, outdoor and indoor activities. We're conveniently located within a short distance to major cities such as Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, NYC, Baltimore, and Washington DC. Nearby airports and Amtrak stations along with close proximity to major interstates make living in Central Pennsylvania convenient and fulfilling from both professional and personal perspectives.

Penn State Health is fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is unapologetically expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information.