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Duke University was created in 1924 through an indenture of trust by James Buchanan Duke. Today, Duke is regarded as one of America’s leading research universities. Located in Durham, North Carolina, Duke is positioned in the heart of the Research Triangle, which is ranked annually as one of the best places in the country to work and live. Duke has more than 15,000 students who study and conduct research in its 10 undergraduate, graduate and professional schools. With about 40,000 employees, Duke is the third largest private employer in North Carolina, and it now has international programs in more than 150 countries.

Scope of Responsibilities: Under the direction of the Director of Counseling and the Psychiatry Coordinator the Staff Psychiatrist is responsible for the evaluation and treatment (including medication management and ordering of appropriate diagnostic procedures) of a wide range of patients presenting to the clinic; to participate in preventive mental health programs as a consultant. Participates in the overall mission of CAPS and the Division of Student Affairs.

General Qualifications

Work requires an MD from an accredited medical school and completion of psychiatry residency in an accredited program. Must be board-eligible in psychiatry and licensed or eligible for licensure in the State of North Carolina.

SPECIFIC SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

Multicultural humility and skills related to assessment including how marginalization and oppression affect students psychologically.

Knowledge of current standards, principles and practices of psychiatric care.

Knowledge of developmental and health issues of emerging adult populations.

 Knowledge of psychotropic medication indications, contraindications, dosing, and

side effects.

 Knowledge of current and emerging trends in technologies, techniques,

methods, issues, and approaches in psychiatry.

 Fluency in collaboration methods, techniques, and practices.

 Knowledge of legal and ethical standards for the delivery of psychiatric care.

Understanding of and commitment/ability to work as an integral part of a

Student Affairs community with shared goals toward enhancing student success.

Strong organizational and communication skills.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

Work requires an MD from an accredited medical school and completion of psychiatry residency in an accredited program. Must be board ligible in psychiatry and neurology and licensed or eligible for licensure in the State of North Carolina.

Experience

No experience required for candidates who meet the education/training requirements.

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Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.

Essential Physical Job Functions: Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essentialjob functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.