Licensed Psychologist - UNC Center of Excellence for Eating Disorders (CEED) - Open Rank

Department :

Psychiatry - General - 412202

Posting Open Date : 08 / 19 / 2025

Open Until Filled : Yes

Position Type : Permanent Faculty

Working Title :

Licensed Psychologist - UNC Center of Excellence for Eating Disorders (CEED) - Open Rank

Appointment Type : Fixed Term Faculty

Vacancy ID : FAC0005596

Full-time / Part-time :

Full-Time Permanent

Hours per week : 40

FTE : Position Location :

North Carolina, US

Proposed Start Date :

01 / 05 / 2026

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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 :

The UNC Department of Psychiatry is seeking a Licensed Psychologist to serve as an Assistant or Associate Professor to participate in the research and clinical activities in the UNC Center of Excellence for Eating Disorders (CEED). This 1.0 FTE role will be responsible for working in a multidisciplinary team framework to provide assessments and interventions to individuals with eating disorders across the lifespan (children, adolescents, and adults). Primary responsibilities include the provision of in-person and virtual clinical services (individual therapy, family therapy, group therapy, and diagnostic evaluations) in our outpatient and inpatient settings. In addition, this individual will be involved in team meetings and conferences. Other opportunities may include teaching and supervising clinical trainees. Research opportunities may include providing treatment as a clinical trial therapist, contributing to research design, academic presentations, and publications. Additional opportunities may also include presenting in professional training seminars.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements :

• A PhD in Clinical or Counseling Psychology.
• Applicants must be licensed in the state of North Carolina prior to start date.
• Experience with cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), family-based treatment (FBT), enhanced cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT-E), and / or Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Avoidant / Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (CBT-AR).

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience :

Post-doctoral fellowship and / or experience using evidence-based interventions in the treatment of individuals with eating disorders and experience with providing treatment in various levels of care are preferred.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities :

Not Applicable.

Special Instructions :

Interested candidates may apply by going to https : / / unc.peopleadmin.com / postings / 305604 and attaching a curriculum vitae and letter of application. Please include the names of 2-3 references.