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Get Access To All JobsDepartment Psychiatry - General - 412202
Posting Open Date 03/19/2026
Open Until Filled Yes
Position Type Permanent Faculty
Working Title Clinical Psychologist AYA Cancer Program - Open Rank
Appointment Type Open Rank
Vacancy ID FAC0005855
Full-time/Part-time Full-Time Permanent
Hours per week 40
FTE 1
Position Location North Carolina, US
Proposed Start Date 07/06/2026
Be a Tar Heel!
A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn. One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community. University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education and research.
Patient care: We promote health and provide superb clinical care while maintaining our strong tradition of reaching underserved populations and reducing health disparities across North Carolina and beyond.
Education: We prepare tomorrow’s healthcare professionals and biomedical researchers from all backgrounds by facilitating learning within innovative and integrated curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education to ensure a highly skilled workforce.
Research: We develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers and resources. We provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our university to support outstanding research. We foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic and population research.
Position Summary
Flexible work arrangements, including virtual/hybrid work locations, are an integral part of the School of Medicine’s Working Forward initiative. As such, this position’s work location is designated as hybrid. Please note that the designated work location is subject to change based on the unit’s business needs.
The Department of Psychiatry of the University of North Carolina (UNC) School of Medicine at Chapel Hill is seeking a full-time clinical psychologist to join its Adolescent and Young Adult (AYA) cancer program. This is an Open Rank fixed term faculty position. This clinical service is a core component of the AYA program which is part of the UNC Comprehensive Cancer Support Program (CCSP). The mission of the CCSP is to deliver exceptional clinical care to patients at the N.C. Basnight Cancer Hospital and other venues served by the School of Medicine and UNC Cancer Care.
This position will provide therapeutic support to AYA patients and their families who receive cancer care at UNC. The person in this position will also have research opportunities in the development, implementation, and evaluation of clinical research at the interface of oncology and mental health. In addition, we anticipate the AYA program will provide training to UNC Health professionals and students who work with patients with cancer. The successful candidate should have strong psychological clinical skills and a record of scholarly achievement (including peer-reviewed publications and research experience). Additionally, we are particularly interested in candidates with an established record of extramural research funding, leadership skills, and who have demonstrated an ability to promote a collegial environment that fosters ongoing collaboration.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Applicants must have earned a Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology, with an APA-approved internship and an APPIC approved fellowship. Must be eligible for psychologist licensure in the state of North Carolina as well as credentials for the independent practice of psychology in the State of North Carolina.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
Special consideration will be given to candidates with advanced training or prior experience in health service psychology, oncology, or AYA care.
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities
Not Applicable.
Department Psychiatry - General - 412202
Posting Open Date 03/19/2026
Open Until Filled Yes
Position Type Permanent Faculty
Working Title Clinical Psychologist AYA Cancer Program - Open Rank
Appointment Type Open Rank
Vacancy ID FAC0005855
Full-time/Part-time Full-Time Permanent
Hours per week 40
FTE 1
Position Location North Carolina, US
Proposed Start Date 07/06/2026
Be a Tar Heel!
A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn. One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community. University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education and research.
Patient care: We promote health and provide superb clinical care while maintaining our strong tradition of reaching underserved populations and reducing health disparities across North Carolina and beyond.
Education: We prepare tomorrow’s healthcare professionals and biomedical researchers from all backgrounds by facilitating learning within innovative and integrated curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education to ensure a highly skilled workforce.
Research: We develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers and resources. We provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our university to support outstanding research. We foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic and population research.
Position Summary
Flexible work arrangements, including virtual/hybrid work locations, are an integral part of the School of Medicine’s Working Forward initiative. As such, this position’s work location is designated as hybrid. Please note that the designated work location is subject to change based on the unit’s business needs.
The Department of Psychiatry of the University of North Carolina (UNC) School of Medicine at Chapel Hill is seeking a full-time clinical psychologist to join its Adolescent and Young Adult (AYA) cancer program. This is an Open Rank fixed term faculty position. This clinical service is a core component of the AYA program which is part of the UNC Comprehensive Cancer Support Program (CCSP). The mission of the CCSP is to deliver exceptional clinical care to patients at the N.C. Basnight Cancer Hospital and other venues served by the School of Medicine and UNC Cancer Care.
This position will provide therapeutic support to AYA patients and their families who receive cancer care at UNC. The person in this position will also have research opportunities in the development, implementation, and evaluation of clinical research at the interface of oncology and mental health. In addition, we anticipate the AYA program will provide training to UNC Health professionals and students who work with patients with cancer. The successful candidate should have strong psychological clinical skills and a record of scholarly achievement (including peer-reviewed publications and research experience). Additionally, we are particularly interested in candidates with an established record of extramural research funding, leadership skills, and who have demonstrated an ability to promote a collegial environment that fosters ongoing collaboration.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Applicants must have earned a Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology, with an APA-approved internship and an APPIC approved fellowship. Must be eligible for psychologist licensure in the state of North Carolina as well as credentials for the independent practice of psychology in the State of North Carolina.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
Special consideration will be given to candidates with advanced training or prior experience in health service psychology, oncology, or AYA care.
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities
Not Applicable.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a Clinical Psychologist
Get your credentials evaluated before applying
U.S. employers need confirmation your Australian psychology qualification meets their state licensing board's requirements. A credential evaluation from a NACES-approved body translates your degree into terms that satisfy both the employer and the DOL's specialty occupation standard.
Research state licensing requirements early
Psychology licensure is state-controlled, and some states require supervised hours completed in the U.S. before granting a license. Confirm the licensing path in your target state before accepting any offer, so sponsorship timelines align with when you can actually practice.
Target employers already filing Labor Condition Applications
Hospital systems, university counseling centers, and VA facilities regularly file LCAs for specialty roles. Searching DOL's Office of Foreign Labor Certification disclosure data lets you identify which healthcare employers have recent E-3 or H-1B filing history before you apply.
Frame your sponsorship ask around LCA simplicity
Many employers assume any visa sponsorship is as burdensome as H-1B. Clarify that the E-3 LCA is a DOL certification, not a USCIS petition, and carries no lottery risk. That reframe often removes the hesitation that ends sponsorship conversations before they start.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for the paperwork
Once you have an offer, Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service handles the LCA filing with the DOL, prepares your visa application documents, and guides your consulate preparation, so you can focus on the transition rather than the compliance steps.
Align your start date with consulate appointment availability
E-3 visas are issued at Australian consulates, and appointment wait times vary by city and season. Build at least six to eight weeks of buffer between your offer acceptance and your proposed start date to avoid breaching your employment agreement over a scheduling delay.
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Find Clinical Psychologist JobsClinical Psychologist E-3 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Clinical Psychologist jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Australian professionals searching for U.S. roles that include E-3 sponsorship. Because psychology positions require doctoral-level credentials and state licensure, filtering by specialty occupation and employer filing history saves time. Most general job boards don't surface E-3-specific sponsorship willingness, so a targeted search matters.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does Clinical Psychologist qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes. Clinical psychology requires a minimum of a doctoral degree in psychology, and USCIS treats it as a specialty occupation because the role is so directly tied to that specific field of study. A master's degree alone is unlikely to satisfy the standard, so your doctorate is the credential the employer and DOL will rely on when certifying the LCA.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Clinical Psychologist roles?
The E-3 has no annual cap and no lottery, so you can apply at any point in the year once you have a job offer. The H-1B is subject to an oversubscribed lottery with a March registration window and an October start date at the earliest. For Australian psychologists, the E-3 offers a direct, predictable path that the H-1B cannot match.
Can I work as a Clinical Psychologist on an E-3 before I'm fully licensed in my state?
It depends on the state and the role structure. Some states allow supervised practice under a provisional or associate license while you complete U.S.-specific requirements, and employers can sponsor you for that supervised period. Your offer letter and the LCA should accurately describe the role and supervision arrangement, since misrepresenting your licensure status creates compliance risk for both you and your employer.
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