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Clinical Assistant/Clinical Associate Professor, Clinical Psychopharmacology (1996)
Meridian/Boise
NOT eligible for remote work, on-campus position
Priority Date: December 9, 2026
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The Department of Clinical Psychopharmacology at Idaho State University (ISU) invites applications for a full-time, 12-month Clinical Assistant or Associate Professor of Clinical Psychopharmacology. This non-tenure-track faculty position supports the department's Master of Science in Clinical Psychopharmacology (MSCP) program, the Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) curriculum, and clinical services provided through the ISU Integrated Mental Health Clinic.
The MSCP program prepares licensed psychologists to expand their clinical competencies in psychopharmacology and pursue prescriptive authority in jurisdictions that authorize prescribing psychologists. The program is designated by the American Psychological Association (APA) and serves students nationally, including military psychologists pursuing advanced training in clinical psychopharmacology.
The successful candidate will provide graduate-level instruction in clinical psychopharmacology and pharmacotherapeutics, coordinate instruction in the central nervous system (CNS) component of the PharmD curriculum, and participate in clinical education, supervision, and patient care.
This position offers an opportunity to contribute to an expanding area of interprofessional healthcare education and practice. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with psychologists, pharmacists, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to support the education and clinical development of future prescribing psychologists.
The position is based at ISU's Meridian campus and requires occasional travel to the Pocatello campus for instructional activities, meetings, and other university responsibilities.
This position is not eligible for new visa sponsorship at this time. Candidates who already hold valid U.S. work authorization may be considered.
Graduate Teaching and Curriculum Development
-Serve as primary instructor for the three-course Integrated Pharmacotherapeutics sequence (RXPP 6604, 6605, and 6606), totaling nine graduate credits annually.
-Develop and deliver graduate instruction emphasizing evidence-based pharmacotherapy, medication management, clinical decision-making, and integration with psychological treatment.
-Maintain current course content, instructional materials, clinical cases, and assessments consistent with advances in psychopharmacology and professional standards.
-Participate in curriculum development, student assessment, and program improvement consistent with APA designation criteria.
PharmD Curriculum Coordination
-Coordinate the CNS pharmacotherapy module within the Doctor of Pharmacy curriculum, including instructional planning, faculty coordination, and assessment.
-Deliver lectures and support interprofessional education involving pharmacy, psychology, and other healthcare disciplines.
Clinical Practice and Supervision
-Provide clinical services at the ISU Integrated Mental Health Clinic in Meridian, with an anticipated commitment of two days per week.
-Conduct patient assessments, treatment planning, medication management, and other clinical activities consistent with licensure, scope of practice, and institutional privileges.
-Provide clinical supervision and consultation to MSCP students and trainees, as permitted by professional credentials.
-Collaborate with healthcare professionals to deliver integrated, evidence-based mental healthcare and expand clinical training opportunities.
Academic Service and Program Development
-Participate in departmental and college meetings, committees, and service activities.
-Support student mentoring, advising, program evaluation, APA designation activities, and continuous quality improvement.
-Contribute to MSCP program development, clinical partnerships, and scholarly and professional activities appropriate to a clinical faculty appointment.
-Travel occasionally to the ISU Pocatello campus for teaching, meetings, and university activities.
-Earned doctoral degree in pharmacy (PharmD), psychology (PhD or PsyD), medicine (MD or DO), or a closely related clinical discipline with substantial education and training in pharmacology and pharmacotherapeutics.
-Demonstrated expertise in clinical psychopharmacology, pharmacotherapeutics, or medication management for psychiatric and behavioral health conditions.
-Eligibility for professional licensure in Idaho, as applicable to the candidate's clinical discipline and assigned responsibilities.
-Experience in clinical practice, professional education, or advanced clinical training involving psychopharmacology.
-Demonstrated ability to teach and communicate complex pharmacological and clinical concepts effectively.
-Ability to work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary academic and clinical environment.
-Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree with advanced training or substantial clinical experience in psychiatric pharmacotherapy; doctoral degree in psychology (PhD or PsyD) with specialized training and credentials in clinical psychopharmacology (MSCP), Board -Certified in Psychopharmacological Psychology, or ABMP Certified in Medical Psychology; or Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree with completed residency training in psychiatry.
-Board certification in psychiatric pharmacy (BCPP), prescribing psychologist credentials, or comparable advanced clinical qualifications.
-Current licensure in Idaho as a Prescribing Psychologist, or eligibility for licensure as a Prescribing Psychologist in Idaho.
-Two years of independent prescribing experience.
-Experience teaching clinical psychopharmacology, pharmacotherapeutics, or related subjects at the graduate or professional doctoral level.
-Experience coordinating courses or instructional modules in a MSCP, PharmD, or other health professions curriculum.
-Experience providing psychiatric medication management or integrated behavioral healthcare.
-Experience supervising graduate students, residents, fellows, or other healthcare trainees.
-Familiarity with the education and clinical training requirements for prescribing psychologists.
-Experience developing and delivering hybrid, synchronous online, or other technology-supported graduate education.
-Experience with curriculum development, educational assessment, and program evaluation.
-Demonstrated commitment to interprofessional collaboration and the education of healthcare professionals.
You must submit your CV/resume, cover letter, and list of three (3) professional references, including current contact information. This position will remain open until it is filled; however, priority consideration will be given to applications received on or before December 9, 2026. Salary will be between $125,000 and $132,000 per year, commensurate with education and experience. Benefits include comprehensive health, dental, and vision; life insurance; disability plan; employee assistance program (EAP); excellent retirement options and company contribution; and generous paid time off/sick leave accrual. All offers of employment are conditional pending the successful completion of a background investigation, provided by HireRight.
Note: Thank you for your interest in positions at Idaho State University. Once you have applied, the most updated information on the status of your application can be found by logging into your profile and reviewing your status. For answers to additional questions, please review our frequently asked questions.
Posting Number: req2859
Type: Working 12 months per year
Position: Faculty Non-Tenure Track
Division: Division of Health Sciences
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