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Psychologist 1

University of California - San Francisco Campus and Health
United States, California, San Francisco
Nov 25, 2025

Psychologist 1

Osher Center for Integrative Health

Per Diem

86961BR

Job Summary


Psychologists apply psychological principles, theories, methods, and techniques in the evaluation and treatment of patients with emotional or mental disorders; and perform other related duties as required.
This position exists to provide knowledge and expertise in psychology, and in particular to perform clinical interviewing, to perform suicide assessment as indicated, and to attend study team meetings. The role involves providing clinical interviewing and performing differential diagnoses during clinical interviews.

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.

The salary range for this position is $49.48 - $76.72 (Hourly Rate).

To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html

Department Description

The Osher Center is a research, education and clinical services program of the UCSF School of Medicine. Our Center strives to successfully integrate modern medicine, healthy lifestyle practices, and established healing approaches from around the globe, in an effort to meet the need for a new model of care and daily living that promotes healing and well-being of the whole person - mind, body and spirit. For more information about the Osher Center please visit: http://www.osher.ucsf.edu/

Required Qualifications


  • Ph.D. or Psy.D. degree in clinical psychology; and knowledges and abilities essential to the successful performance of duties assigned to the position
  • Degree with a specific emphasis on clinical interviewing using protocols and differential diagnosis
  • Current, valid license in California as a psychologist. Out of state licensed psychologist have 180 days to complete licensure requirements in the State of California.
  • Knowledge of specific clinical interview protocol: Structured Clinical Interview for the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5)
  • Knowledge of and experience with conducting clinical interviews with differential diagnosis
  • Experience with assessing for suicidality
  • Good interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications


  • Minimum of 3+ years of directly related experience
  • Knowledge of specific suicidality assessment protocol: Columbia Suicide Severity Rating Scale (C-SSRS)
  • Knowledge of the Structured Clinical Interview for Sleep Disorders (SCISD)
  • Experience assessing eligibility and collecting outcome data in the context of clinical trials
  • Experience assessing sleep disorders

License/Certification


  • Current, valid license in California as a psychologist. Out of state licensed psychologist have 180 days to complete licensure requirements in the State of California.

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

Organization

Campus

Job Code and Payroll Title

009384 PSYCHOLOGIST 1

Job Category

Social Work and Psychology

Bargaining Unit

University Professional and Technical Employees - Health Care Professionals Unit (UPTE-HX)

Employee Class

Per Diem

Percentage

20%

Location

San Francisco, CA

Campus

Mount Zion (SF)

Work Style

Fully Remote

Shift

Variable

Shift Length

Variable

Additional Shift Details

4-8 hours per week (scheduling variable); 1545 Divisadero Street

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