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Job Summary: About The Reproductive Psychiatry Fellowship

The Medical University of South Carolina, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences is offering a 12-month fellowship with subspecialty training in reproductive psychiatry. Applicants that have completed an ACGME accredited psychiatry or obstetrics and gynecology residency prior to the start of fellowship are eligible to apply. The fellowship start date is July 1st, 2027.

The fellowship is embedded in the Women’s Reproductive Behavioral Health Division, a national leader in clinical care, education and training, and clinical research in reproductive psychiatry. The fellow will work with a multidisciplinary team including psychiatrists, obstetricians and gynecologists, psychologists, therapists, care coordinators, community-based doulas, and peer recovery support specialists. The fellow will have exposure to clinical programs within the division, and dedicated time for scholarly work related to reproductive psychiatry education and training and/or clinical research. Fellowship training experiences can be tailored to the individual’s interests and fellows are encouraged to explore and develop clinical or research interests as they relate to Women’s Mental Health across the lifespan.

Clinical Experiences Include In-person and Virtual Outpatient Care

• Reproductive Psychiatry Clinic
  • Pre-pregnancy consultation and pregnancy and postpartum care focused on treatment of mood and anxiety disorders, substance use disorders, grief/loss, stress-related disorders/PTSD, ADHD and others.
  • Birth preference focused on pregnant individuals with prior birth/trauma in preparation for labor and delivery.
• Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder Clinic

Perinatal Psychiatry Access Program (Moms IMPACTT; www.muschealth.org/momsimpactt)

Educational Experiences

Fellows will participate in the National Curriculum for Reproductive Psychiatry fellow series. Fellows will have the opportunity to participate in medical student and psychiatry resident education, and presentations at local and national conferences, grandrounds, and/or community events.

Research Experiences

Fellows will have protected time to complete a scholarly project and participate in clinical research, if desired. Applicants seeking to develop a career in reproductive psychiatry research are encouraged to apply and inquire about opportunities for protected research time and additional training. 

Who Can Apply?

Physicians who have completed residency training in psychiatry or obstetrics and gynecology. We are unable to accept applicants with a J1 visa.

How Do I Apply?

Apply directly on the MUSC Careers page and attach the following items: CV, 2 Letters of Recommendation and a brief personal statement. For more information, please contact: Dr. Claire Smith at [email protected]. Review of applications and interviewing of candidates takes place on a rolling basis through November 2026 with a fellowship start date of July 1, 2027. Two fellowship positions are available.

FLSA: Exempt/Monthly

Hours Per Week: 40

Schedule: To Be Determined Upon Hire

Minimum Requirements: Must have a terminal degree (PhD, MD or related)

Additional Job Description

Physical Requirements: (Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Infrequent) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent) Ability to climb stairs. (Infrequent) Ability to climb ladders. (Infrequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Frequent) Ability to bend at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to twist at the waist. (Infrequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Infrequent) Ability to perform 'pinching' operations. (Frequent) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Continuous) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Frequent) Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous) Ability to reach in all directions. (Continuous) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 150 lbs., unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to lift objects, up to 75 lbs., from floor level to height of 36 inches, unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to lower objects, up to 75 lbs., from height of 36 inches to floor level, unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to lift and carry patients weighing up to 300 lbs., assisted. (Frequent) Ability to push/pull objects, up to 200 lbs., unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Continuous) Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to hear and understand whispered conversations at a distance of 3 feet. Must be able to maintain bi-lateral hand movement skills. (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous) Ability to be qualified physically (by medical personnel) for respirator use, initially and annually. Additional New Requirements: Ability to maintain a valid drivers license. Computer literacy. Ability to work rotating shifts. Ability to work overtime as required. Ability to learn and use new processes, tools and equipment as required.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

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