Unlocking a Fulfilling Career in Academic Psychiatry: A Comprehensive Guide

Working in academic psychiatry can be a highly rewarding career, offering the opportunity to work with esteemed colleagues and make meaningful contributions to the field. However, transitioning into an academic role can be daunting, especially for new faculty members. After years of education, the everyday duties associated with this role can be overwhelming, including negotiating with department chairs, writing letters of recommendation, participating in committees, and balancing personal and professional life.

That’s where The Handbook of Career Development in Academic Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Second Edition comes in – a valuable resource providing real-world advice and compassionate guidance for academic psychiatrists and behavioral scientists.

A Comprehensive Resource for Academic Success

This handbook offers step-by-step guidance on approaching tasks and challenges, as well as questions to discuss with mentors and colleagues. Readers will also benefit from professionally vetted online career development resources and insights from experienced academic clinicians who share their expertise on navigating challenging situations in academic settings.

Each chapter features:

• Smart Strategies: Specific actions readers can take to achieve their professional goals
• Questions to Discuss with a Mentor or Colleague: A list of questions to simplify and normalize the process of soliciting career advice and assistance
• Additional Resources: A curated collection of the most recent and innovative websites, books, and articles to support readers on their career path

By following the advice and guidance in this book, readers will be better equipped to forge a successful academic career and thrive in their roles.

About the Book:

Publisher: American Psychiatric Publishing

Publication Date: April 12, 2017

Language: English

ISBN-10: 9781615370580

ISBN-13: 9781615371235