Postdoctoral Fellowship - Munroe-Meyer Institute, University of Nebraska

Subject: Post-Doctoral Fellowship - Munroe-Meyer Institute, University of Nebraska Medical Center

Message: Postdoctoral Fellowship in Integrated Primary Care, Child and Adolescent Psychology, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Lifespan Psychology, School-Based ABA Services and Consultation, School Mental Health, and School Psychological Services
2024-2025 Academic Year

The Munroe-Meyer Institute at the University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha, Nebraska invites applicants for its Postdoctoral Fellowship in Psychology beginning August 1, 2024. Applications due Monday, November 27th by 5pm and interviews will take place virtually on December 14th and/or 15th.

Virtual open house is scheduled for Monday, November 6th at noon CST or Wednesday, November 8th at 5 p.m. CST. Those interested in signing up to attend this optional event can send an email (cives@unmc.edu) to request the Zoom link and RSVP.

Integrated Primary Care in Pediatric Psychology (4-5 positions)
• 4 positions (primarily Omaha)
• These positions provide opportunity for a primarily clinical fellowship with both intervention and assessment experience within an integrated primary care setting. Fellows will work in pediatric or family medicine primary care clinics with opportunities to interact and consult with nurses, residents and physicians. Our primary care clinics reach underserved and rural locations, as well as urban, suburban and metropolitan areas of Nebraska. Some clinical assignments may involve travel to nearby rural communities.
• Intervention opportunities include individual, family and group therapy using evidence-based treatment modalities to address a variety of internalizing and externalizing concerns. Additionally, opportunities for consultation with physicians, medical staff, as well as school and community personnel will be available. Psychological evaluation techniques may include cognitive measures, structured interviews and observations, social/emotional evaluations, as well as opportunities to complete comprehensive evaluations for developmental concerns including autism spectrum disorders and/or attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorders.
• Minor rotations may include additional assessment and clinical roles in settings providing services to adults with developmental disabilities, assessment in the autism diagnostic clinic, providing school-based mental health, and providing evaluations for special education services through the local public school system. Additional minor rotations may be available in co-facilitating training, technical support, and program evaluation for rural school districts in building comprehensive school mental health systems or supporting training in integrated care for the Mid-America Mental Health Technology and Transfer Center (MHTTC).
• The fellows in this position will also spend a portion of their time participating in research related to integrated primary care with possible opportunities for presentations at regional and national conferences as well as publication.
• Fellows should expect to participate in the supervision of students including masters level providers, psychiatric nurse practitioners and medical residents. It is a goal of MMI to provide supervision and training to support fellows to build skills as clinical educators.

Child and Adolescent Psychology
• 1 position (Omaha)
• The Munroe Meyer Institute is a University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDD) with a department of psychology that provides secondary and tertiary outpatient care for children, youth and families with a variety of behavioral, emotional, social and developmental challenges.  This is primarily a clinical fellowship with both intervention and assessment experience within a multidisciplinary setting. Fellows will work and interact and consult with speech therapists, OT/PT, genetics, recreation therapists, and developmental pediatricians as well as specialists from our integrated center for autism spectrum disorders (ICASD) and day treatment programs in feeding and severe behavior.   
• Intervention opportunities include individual and family therapy using evidence-based treatment modalities to address a variety of internalizing and externalizing concerns. Additionally, opportunities for consultation with physicians, medical staff, as well as school and community personnel will be available. Psychological evaluation techniques may include functional behavioral assessments, structured interviews and observations, social/emotional/cognitive evaluations, as well as opportunities to complete comprehensive evaluations for developmental concerns including autism spectrum disorders and/or attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorders.  
• Minor rotations may include additional assessment and clinical roles in settings providing services to adults with developmental disabilities, assessment in the autism diagnostic clinic, providing school-based mental health, the Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities (LEND) training program, and and providing evaluations for special education services through the local public school system. 
• The fellows in this position will also spend a portion of their time participating in research related to child and adolescent behavioral health with possible opportunities for presentations at regional and national conferences as well as publication.  
• Fellows should expect to participate in the supervision of students including masters level providers and medical residents.  It is a goal of MMI to provide supervision and training to support fellows to build skills as clinical educators.  
• Post-doctoral experience can be extended to two years if desirable.

Postdoctoral Fellowship in Adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
• 1 position in Omaha, NE BCBA (or BCBA eligible) is highly preferred for this position
• Fellows will provide outpatient services at the Munroe Meyer Institute, participate in interdisciplinary clinics with developmental medicine, and provide consultation and support for community agencies providing services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Responsibilities will include conducting functional behavioral assessments and developing function-derived intervention plans within individual and family therapy to address a variety of behavioral health concerns in children, adolescents and adults. Additionally, opportunities for consultation with physicians, medical staff, as well as job sites, group homes and community agencies will be available.
• Psychological evaluation techniques may include cognitive measures, structured interviews and observations, social/emotional evaluations, as well as opportunities to complete comprehensive evaluations for developmental concerns.
• Minor rotations may include participation in the MMI Transition Services Team and/or staff training contracts with community service providers.
• The postdoctoral fellows in this position will also spend a portion of their time participating in research related to IDD with possible opportunities for presentations at regional and national conferences as well as publication. Participation in student supervision and training activities may also be available.


School Psychological Services
• 1 position in Omaha
• This position provides fellows the opportunity to provide school-based psychological services, including assessment and behavioral consultation activities for several schools within a large, diverse school district. The district serves approximately 53,000 students with 36% of the students identifying as Hispanic, 27% identifying as Caucasian, and 25% identifying as African American, creating an opportunity to work with diverse populations.
• Fellows will work with licensed school psychology faculty and will have the opportunity to serve as lead providers within local schools conducting multidisciplinary team meetings, individualized educational plans, and providing behavioral
• Consultation regarding implementation of multi-tiered systems of support. In this role, fellows will also gain supervisory experience overseeing psychology interns and practicum students in service provision and consultation.
• School-based assessment will include cognitive and achievement measures, behavioral and adaptive surveys, structured interviews and observations, and comprehensive evaluations for developmental concerns. Consultation opportunities with school personnel and families may focus on addressing behavioral and academic concerns for individuals, as well as class-wide problem-solving.
• Minor rotations may include additional assessment and clinical roles in integrated primary care settings, applied behavior analysis in the schools or grant work on the Mid-America Mental Health Technology and Transfer Center grant to train and expand services in school mental health and/or integrated primary care.
• The postdoctoral fellows in this position will also spend a portion of their time participating in research with possible opportunities for presentations at regional and national conferences as well as publication. Participation in student supervision and training activities may also be available.

School-Based ABA Services and Consultation
• 1 position in Omaha--BCBA is required for this position
• This position involves providing Applied Behavior Analysis services and consultation as part of a contract with Omaha Public Schools (OPS). The district serves approximately 53,000 students with 36% of the students identifying as Hispanic, 27% identifying as Caucasian, and 25% identifying as African American, creating an opportunity to work with diverse populations.
• Fellows will join the School-Based ABA team which is comprised of faculty, pre-doctoral interns, and graduate students, to provide services including functional behavior assessment, consultation, treatment development and implementation at the Integrated Learning Center and at neighborhood schools throughout the district. The Integrated Learning Center serves students kindergarten through transition who have intellectual and developmental disabilities and engage in significant behavior concerns.
• Fellows will work closely with teachers, school psychologists, speech/language therapists, OT and PT, school administrators, and families in a collaborative problem-solving process to increase student success.
• Fellows will assist in leading and evaluating systems change initiatives that focus on increasing educators’ knowledge of principles of behavior, functional behavior assessment, and behavior intervention strategies (e.g., functional communication training).
• Fellows will have the opportunity to supervise and manage a team of ABA practicum students who are assigned to this project.
• Opportunities to provide ABA services for schools in other local school districts may be available also.
• Research opportunities will be available as part of this position related to examining variables related to the effective provision of ABA in the classroom, FBA and behavioral interventions, consultation process, and training/supervision practices.

Comprehensive School-Based Mental Health Services
• 2 positions in Omaha and surrounding areas
• This position provides fellows with advanced training in comprehensive school mental health practice and research within the MTSS framework and is designed to train fellows in skills to improve access to high quality school mental health services and programming.
• Fellows will be trained to provide a full continuum of mental health services (e.g., implementation of MTSS framework, mental health promotion, prevention, intervention, assessment, behavioral consultation, individual therapy, family therapy) within their primary school placement in Omaha, Nebraska and/or surrounding rural areas.
• Fellows will work with licensed psychology faculty and will have the opportunity to serve as lead providers within their primary school placement. Fellows will have the opportunity to consult with school counselors, teachers, and parents. In addition, fellows will have opportunities to lead professional development and/or family education series on mental health promotion topics.
• Fellows will receive rigorous clinical training across a three-tiered public health framework as part of the Mental Health Technical Transfer Center (MHTTC) and Department of Education (DOE) grants. Furthermore, fellows will complete an intensive clinical rotation (2-3 days per week) within their primary school setting in which they will provide a full continuum of evidence-based mental health services.
• The postdoctoral fellows in this position will also spend a portion of their time participating in research with possible opportunities for presentations at regional and national conferences as well as publication. Participation in student supervision and training activities may also be available.
• Minor rotations may be available depending on the number of days the fellow is placed in the primary rotation. Minor rotations include additional assessment and clinical roles in settings providing services to adults with developmental disabilities, primary care settings, and providing evaluations for special education services through the local public school system. Additional minor rotations may be available in co-facilitating training, technical support, and program evaluation for rural school districts in building comprehensive school mental health systems.

Application Procedure
Qualifications: Applicants must demonstrate completion of all professional doctoral degree requirements from an APA-accredited program (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) and an APA-approved pre- doctoral internship. All applicants should be eligible to obtain a provisionally licensed psychologist license in the state of Nebraska. Preference is given to applicants who also have been certified by the Behavior Analysis Certification Board. Post docs must have a driver’s license and the ability to travel to outreach clinical sites from 5 to 180 miles on a regular basis. Additionally, applicants must be eligible for a licensed mental health practitioner credential within the state of Nebraska and obtain an LMHP or credentialed as a certified behavior analyst by the start date of fellowship (http://dhhs.ne.gov/publichealth/Documents/brochure.pdf). Postdoctoral fellows are required to complete their doctoral degree prior to beginning postdoctoral fellow training. If the degree will not be conferred until after the start date of August 1st, then the fellow is required to submit a rights and privileges letter from the training director of the University where the degree will be conferred.

Applicants willing to train in or with goals of living and providing psychological services in underserved/rural areas in Nebraska will receive special consideration

General Application and Selection Procedures: The Munroe Meyer Institute at the University of Nebraska Medical Center Psychology Postdoctoral Fellowship Program complies with APPIC application procedures. UNMC is an equal opportunity employer and adheres to APPIC’s nondiscrimination policies. The Institute invites and strongly encourages applications from members of ethnic and racial minorities. MMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer/M/F/D/V.

Submit applications electronically to Christi Ives at christi.ives@unmc.edu. The application deadline is Monday, November 27th. Selected applicants will be invited for an interview conducted virtually on December 14th or 15th.

Materials required will include:
1. Cover letter, describing the following:
• Statement of interest and fit with position
• Track(s) applying to (applicants are invited to apply to 1 or more tracks at MMI)
• Date (or anticipated date) of dissertation defense
• Anticipated date of degree conferral
• Current direct post-master’s clinical hours and anticipated number of direct post-masters clinical hours (as of May 1, 2024). Direct hours include interviewing, therapy, case conferences, behavioral observations and management, evaluations, treatment planning, testing, consultations, and biofeedback.
• Names of recommenders who will be sending letters
2. Curriculum vitae (CV)
3. Three letters of recommendation (sent directly from referees)

Additional Information:
Munroe-Meyer Institute: http://www.unmc.edu/mmi/
Program website: http://www.unmc.edu/mmi/departments/psychology/index.html

On-site interviews are not required. Interviews will be scheduled in December. In accordance with APPIC selection guidelines, MMI will make offers for Fellowship using the Common Hold Procedures.

See the APPIC website for more details: https://www.appic.org/Postdocs/Postdoctoral-Selection-Standards


Questions about the Fellowship can be directed to the Fellowship Director and/or Associate Director:
Jennifer Burt, PhD
jburt@unmc.edu

Christian Klepper, PsyD
christian.klepper@unmc.edu

Please send all application material via email to:
Christi Ives
cives@unmc.edu

To register for the Zoom Open House send an email to:
Christi Ives
cives@unmc.edu
*Please specify the date/time you want to attend

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Postdoctoral Fellowship - Clinical/Counseling Psychology - UCLA

Postdoctoral Fellow in Clinical/Counseling Psychology 

POSITION DESCRIPTION 

This is a newly-funded one-year and fulltime postdoctoral clinical/counseling psychology fellowship program currently recruiting several pre-licensed individuals who are seeking advanced training in evidence-based treatment for mental health conditions that commonly present within interdisciplinary community settings. The patient populations will consist of adult and adolescent patients/clients within settings that include telehealth, traditional outpatient therapy settings, an innovative youth drop-in setting, and a substance use residential treatment/intensive outpatient program (IOP). Applicants should possess a PhD/PsyD in clinical or counseling psychology by the time they start the fellowship. Each fellow will rotate through multiple clinic locations to gain the full breadth of therapeutic modalities among a diversity of Los Angeles populations served by UCLA Health and its affiliates, including UC-LEND, Gender Health Program (GHP), CLARE|MATRIX, and allcove Beach Cities. Each week, fellows are expected to do their clinical training in DD/SUD treatment for at least 1 day at either CLARE|MATRIX or at allcove Beach Cities. An additional 20 hours of clinical training will be done with the GHP or UC-LEND Clinic. 

Each fellow will accrue postdoctoral hours towards CA licensure through clinical supervision by a UCLA faculty member who is a licensed clinical psychologist with expertise in collaborative, interdisciplinary treatment models among adolescent and adult populations. Postdoctoral fellows are expected to also participate in weekly didactics and complete a scholarly/quality improvement project by month 9 of fellowship. This postdoctoral fellowship program is run by the Internal Medicine-Pediatrics & Preventive Medicine section of the Division of General Internal Medicine and Health Services Research within the Department of Medicine at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. This fellowship program is not yet APA accredited. 

QUALIFICATIONS:  

• PhD/PsyD in Clinical Psychology or Counseling Psychology (completed by fellowship start date) 

• Completion of pre-doctoral internship by fellowship start date 

• Skill and experience in providing psychological clinical services to patients with acute or chronic medical problems and their families  

• Advanced training in various evidence-based approaches to individual psychotherapy with adolescents and adults  

• Experience in group psychotherapy with adolescents and adults  

• Knowledge of state and federal laws and legal requirements  

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS 

This fellowship program has an ongoing application process. Apply now!  

Please email the following to the Project Manager, Marisol Macedo, at mmacedo@mednet.ucla.edu OR submit materials via the portal: https://recruit.apo.ucla.edu/JPF08522  

• Curriculum Vitae – Your most recently updated C.V. 

• Three References – at least one must come from your recent clinical practicum  

• Statement on Contributions to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion – An EDI Statement describes a faculty candidate’s past, present, and future (planned) contributions to equity, diversity, and inclusion. To learn more about how UCLA thinks about contributions to equity, diversity, and inclusion, please review our EDI Statement FAQ document. 

Pediatric Psychology Postdoctoral Fellowship - Medical University of South Carolina

The Division of Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) announces 1-2 postdoctoral fellowship positions in pediatric psychology during the 2024-2025 academic year. The fellowship positions will focus on evidence-based evaluation of children and adolescents, birth through 21 years of age, with a wide range of medically complex and/or neurodevelopmental conditions. A variety of rotations will be available, depending on the interests of the fellows, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Preschool Evaluation, Sickle Cell Developmental Screening Program, Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), and Neuropsychological Evaluation.

The Pediatric Psychology Service in the Division of Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics is an outpatient clinic located in a major medical center that serves a diverse population of patients from a large geographic area (www.musckids.org/developmentalpeds/#about). The Pediatric Psychology team currently consists of seven licensed psychologists and one licensed psychoeducational specialist. The team works closely with other allied health professionals to provide comprehensive psychological and medical care to children. The Pediatric Psychology service also participates in the nationally recognized, APA-accredited Charleston Consortium Psychology Internship Training Program (academicdepartments.musc.edu/psychology_internship/index.htm).

Pediatric psychology postdoctoral fellows gain experience with a wide variety of populations, including children with developmental disabilities, complex medical and neurological conditions, learning disabilities, attention problems, behavior problems, anxiety disorders, autism spectrum disorder, and psychiatric disorders. Postdoctoral fellows may participate in the South Carolina Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities (SC LEND) fellowship program (academicdepartments.musc.edu/sclend/). Postdoctoral fellows also participate in a bimonthly didactic series and have opportunity to attend psychiatry, pediatric, and/or neuroscience grand rounds.

Candidates should have completed a doctoral degree in clinical or school psychology, an internship from an APA-approved program, and have experience working with pediatric populations. To obtain further information regarding the position, interested applicants may contact Catherine Bradley, Ph.D. (bradlecc@musc.edu). Those interested in the position should submit a cover letter, CV (including a compendium of psychometric instruments administered), and three letters of reference to:

Catherine Bradley, Ph.D. at bradlecc@musc.edu. Interviews will be conducted virtually in December.

Application deadline: Monday November 27, 2023.

Auburn University

Department of Psychological Sciences

Tenure-Track Assistant or Associate Professor in Applied Behavior Analysis (Interdisciplinary Emphasis)

Tenure Track Position: The Department of Psychological Sciences at Auburn University invites applications for a tenure-track position as an Assistant or Associate Professor beginning Fall semester, 2024.

Responsibilities: Candidates will contribute to the education and training of undergraduate

and graduate students in the Applied Behavior Analysis master’s program and the Clinical

Psychology doctoral program. The successful candidate will be expected to maintain a strong

research program and seek extramural funding, while contributing to an inclusive learning and working environment.

Auburn University’s Applied Behavior Analysis and Clinical Psychology programs adhere to a scientist-practitioner training model and offer state-of-the-art resources for research, including excellent graduate students, ample laboratory space and access to the Auburn University MRI Research Center, the Auburn University Psychological Services Center, and other facilities. The Applied Behavior Analysis Program offers students an on-campus, non-thesis Master of Science degree, an ABAI Verified Course Sequence, and all required hours of supervised experience for BACB certification eligibility. The Clinical Psychology program has been APA-accredited since 1981, and in 2019 we were awarded the maximum accreditation period of 10 years. Currently, the Applied Behavior Analysis and Clinical Psychology programs overlap on a variety of initiatives, including the Auburn University Psychological Services Center and in the local community.

Requirements/Qualifications: Candidates should have an independent research program with

interests that complement or bridge strengths with faculty in the ABA and/or Clinical

Psychology programs. Minimum qualifica,ons include a doctorate in Psychology, Behavior

Analysis, or a related area; the BCBA-D credential or eligibility for that credential; evidence of research productivity; and potential for securing extramural funding (assistant) or a record of extramural funding (associate).

Desired qualifications: A PhD in Clinical Psychology from an APA-accredited program is desired, but not required. Additionally, candidates who are prepared to teach and supervise psychoeducational assessments at the graduate level are highly desirable. Finally, candidates with a clear and sustained commitment to principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion in their scholarly work are highly desirable. ABD candidates will be considered but must have a PhD by the start date or the offer will be withdrawn.

Application: Include a cover letter; curriculum vitae; statements of research and teaching interests as well as statement addressing past and/or potential contributions to diversity through teaching, research, professional activities and/or service; three representative reprints; graduate transcripts; and contact information for 3 professional references. Applications should be submitted electronically through Auburn University’s online portal

at:htts://www.auemployment.com/pos3ngs/40714

Review of applications will begin October 2, 2023, and will continue until a candidate is

selected.

Please view our video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4MHBOMyCBBQ ) and

visit our webpage to learn more about the Department of Psychological Sciences

(https://cla.auburn.edu/psychology/) and our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

(https://cla.auburn.edu/psychology/diversity-and-inclusion/).

For questions regarding this position, please contact Dr. Tracy Witte at tracy.witte@auburn.edu.

The successful candidate must meet eligibility requirements for work in the United States at the time the appointment is scheduled to begin and continue working legally for the term of

employment. Auburn University is understanding of and sensitive to the family needs of faculty, including dual-career couples http://www.auburn.edu/academic/provost/facultyjobs/

Auburn University is one of the nation’s premier public land-grant institutions and is recognized as a “Very High Research Activity (R1) institution” under the Carnegie Classification system.

Auburn maintains high levels of research activity and high standards for teaching excellence,

offering Bachelor’s, Master’s, Educational Specialist, and Doctoral degrees in agriculture and

engineering, the professions, and the arts and sciences. Its 2021 enrollment of 31,526 students

includes 24,931 undergraduates and 6,595 graduate and professional students. Organized into

twelve academic colleges and schools, Auburn’s 1,443 faculty members offer more than 200

educational programs. The University is nationally recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, its positive work environment, its student engagement, and its beautiful campus.

Auburn residents enjoy a thriving and increasingly diverse community, recognized as one of the “best small towns in America,” with moderate climate and easy access to major cities or to beach and mountain recreational facilities. Situated along the rapidly developing I-85 corridor between Atlanta, Georgia, and Montgomery, Alabama, the combined Auburn-Opelika-Columbus area has a population of over 500,000, with excellent public schools and regional medical centers.

Auburn University is an EEO/Vet/Disability employer.

Assistant Professor, ABA - Auburn University, Department of Psychological Sciences

Auburn University

Department of Psychological Sciences

Assistant Clinical Professor in Applied Behavior Analysis

The Department of Psychological Sciences at Auburn University invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure track position as an Assistant Clinical Professor within the Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) master’s program beginning Fall semester, 2024.

The ABA Program offers students an on-campus, non-thesis Master of Science degree, an ABAI Verified Course Sequence, and all required hours of supervised experience for BACB certification eligibility. The ABA program has a 100% 7-year pass rate on the BACB certification exam and currently offers student training across a variety of diverse settings including an on-campus early intervention autism clinic, the public school system, the foster care system, and a juvenile detention facility.

Responsibilities: Key responsibilities include group and individual supervision of students’ training hours, graduate and undergraduate instruction, and oversite of master’s student capstone projects.

Requirements/Qualifications: Candidates must have a doctoral degree in Psychology or related field and be a Board Certified Behavior Analyst at the doctoral level (BCBA-D) or eligibility for that credential. Likewise, candidates must be immediately eligible for behavior analysis licensure in Alabama. The successful candidate will bring a commitment to high-quality supervision, evidence-based training, and program development. Outstanding candidates who are in the final stages of dissertation writing (ABD) will be considered. If the candidate fails to complete the PhD degree by the start date the salary will be reduced accordingly. The offer will be withdrawn if the PhD is not earned by December 31, 2024.

Application: Include a cover letter; curriculum vitae; statements of research and teaching interests as well as statement addressing past and/or potential contributions to diversity through teaching, research, professional activities and/or service; representative reprints; transcripts; and three professional references. Applications should be submitted electronically through online portal at: https://www.auemployment.com/postings/40718

Review of applications will begin October 1, 2023 and will continue until a candidate is selected.

Please visit our webpage to learn more about the Department of Psychological Sciences:

https://www.cla.auburn.edu/psychological-sciences/

The start date for this position is expected to be in August of 2024; however, the exact date is negotiable. Questions regarding this position should be addressed to the search chair, Dr. Sarah Richling at smr0043@auburn.edu.

The candidate selected for this position must be able to meet eligibility requirements to work in the United States at the time the appointment is scheduled to begin and continue working legally for the proposed term of employment; excellent communication skills required.

Auburn University is one of the nation’s premier public land-grant institutions and is recognized as a “Very High Research Activity (R1) institution” under the Carnegie Classification system. Auburn maintains high levels of research activity and high standards for teaching excellence, offering

Bachelor’s, Master’s, Educational Specialist, and Doctoral degrees in agriculture and engineering, the professions, and the arts and sciences. Its 2021 enrollment of 31,526 students includes 24,931 undergraduates and 6,595 graduate and professional students. Organized into twelve academic colleges and schools, Auburn’s 1,443 faculty members offer more than 200 educational programs. The University is nationally recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, its positive work environment, its student engagement, and its beautiful campus.

Auburn residents enjoy a thriving and increasingly diverse community, recognized as one of the “best small towns in America,” with moderate climate and easy access to major cities or to beach and mountain recreational facilities. Situated along the rapidly developing I-85 corridor between Atlanta, Georgia, and Montgomery, Alabama, the combined Auburn-Opelika- Columbus area has a population of over 500,000, with excellent public schools and regional medical centers.

Auburn University is an EEO/Vet/Disability employer

USA Jobs - Child Psychologist/Autism expertise - Working with Military Families, Japan

An exciting child psychologist position for folks looking for an international adventure recently opened on USAJobs, and I'd like to invite qualified licensed clinicians to apply. Here is the link: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/746033000

The job is in Iwakuni, a marine corps installation outside of the beautiful city of Hiroshima. 95% of the clinical work is assessment of children and adolescents of active duty service members, civilian employees, or contractors for the department of defense. Autism assessment expertise is a plus but we are willing to provide training if necessary. I hold an equivalent position in Yokosuka, Japan, and would be eager to describe my experience with the job and living here in detail to anyone interested. You can email me at matthew.r.milette-winfree.civ@health.mil.

I apologize for the short notice but the posting will only be up until 9/8. If you want to apply but have never navigated the federal system before, please feel free to contact me first so I can provide guidance with the application process.

Very respectfully,
Matt Milette-Winfree, PhD
Clinical Psychologist, EDIS, USNMRTC Yokosuka

Assistant Professor, Psychology - Division of Transitional Care Medicine, University of Rochester, NY

The Department of Pediatrics at the University of Rochester Medical Center seeks a full-time psychologist at the assistant professor level with an interest in evidence-based clinical service and research in the area of transitional care for adults with childhood-onset conditions. 

The psychologist is an integral member of the UR primary care site team at the Complex Care Center, an innovative interdisciplinary primary care setting targeting adults with a variety of diagnoses including intellectual/developmental disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, cystic fibrosis, sickle cell disease, spina bifida, metabolic disorders, congenital heart disease, childhood cancers, muscular dystrophy, and cerebral palsy.  Patients seen at the Complex Care Center have unique behavioral health challenges and needs including large caregiver circles, impact of medical illness on cognitive and emotional functioning, early engagement with the health care system, and confronting mortality at a young age.  The rates of mood disorder and substance abuse are higher in this population than in the general medical primary care clinic site.

The Complex Care Center is a community-based university affiliated practice which currently provides primary medical care, nutrition services, physical therapy, respiratory therapy, behavioral health services, care management and medical social work, applied behavioral analysis, and dental services to a wide variety of patients.

The successful candidate will have expertise in treatment of persons with IDD and chronic illness and experience working in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team. Candidates with experience in grant writing/grant work, research and neuropsychiatric testing (including ADOS) as well as capacity assessments would be preferred.  Interest in working in an evolving fully integrated program is required. 

The candidate is expected to provide direct clinical services approximately 50% of the time and protected time for research, grants and teaching based on interest is provided.  Applicants must possess a PhD or PsyD in psychology and be immediately eligible for licensure in New York.

The University of Rochester Medical Center is located in a culturally diverse and vibrant community in upstate New York.  There is a long history and strong partnership between Psychiatry, Pediatrics, and Medicine with rich opportunities for professional growth.  We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity University that values diversity.  Members of underrepresented groups, including people of color and those with disabilities, are encouraged to apply.   A letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and three letters of reference should be addressed to:

Steven Scofield, MD

Interim Director of Division of Transitional Care Medicine

905 Culver Rd

Rochester, NY 14609

steven_scofield@urmc.rochester.edu

heather_hanson@urmc.rochester.edu

URMC Job posting ID: 243892

Psychologist - Assessment Clinic - Genessee Health System, Flint, Michigan

GENESEE HEALTH SYSTEM

An Equal Opportunity Employer

 

CLASSIFICATION:  CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST

 

PROGRAM: CHILDREN’S INTEGRATED SERVICES ASSESSMENT CLINIC

 

SALARY RANGE:                 $108,159 – $140,219 ANNUALLY, $5000 SIGN ON BONUS

 

APPLICATION DEADLINE:    UNTIL FILLED

 

Come join our team and make a difference in the lives of those in our community! Genesee Health System (GHS) is looking for energetic and caring people to join our dynamic clinical team.  

We value our staff and think they deserve the best!  Medical, vision and dental benefits available at no premium for our staff and their dependents.  We also provide an annually loaded HSA of up to $2,000, a 5% match towards your retirement, generous paid time off (19 ½ days per year) AND 13 paid holidays. 

 

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:  Under the administrative direction of the Program Director or designee, the Clinical Psychologist provides comprehensive diagnostic evaluations for individuals from birth up to 21 years of age. The individual will have clinical supervisory responsibilities for Michigan Limited Licensed Psychologists, or other licensed professionals, performing assessment work. Work will include team interface with Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBA), Physicians, Speech and Language Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, Applied Behavior Analyst Technicians, Educators, as well as other clinical support staff. The majority of work will take place in a clinic based setting, working with children, adolescents, teens and families

 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:  Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) with the Michigan Fully Licensed Psychologist (LP) credential.  Will consider candidate with current Michigan Limited License Psychologist-Doctoral credential and eligibility for the Michigan Fully Licensed Psychologist credential AND two (2) or more years clinical experience working with children in the capacity of a psychologist.  Must obtain full licensure within one year of hire to retain employment.

 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:  If serving children, must retain Michigan Department of Community Health qualifications as a Child Mental Health Professional.

 

PREFERENCES:  Preference for individuals with prior experience working with children under the age of six with autism spectrum disorder, and in administering a wide range of cognitive, developmental, and ASD diagnostic instruments to children.

 

  

Interested applicants may apply online at www.genhs.org/employment or submit an application to the Human Resources Office, 5th floor, 420 W. Fifth Avenue, Flint, MI 48503

AND must clearly show they meet the minimum qualifications

 

Dated:  April 12, 2023

A UNITED WAY MEMBER AGENCY

UNION: NON-UNION

Research Specialist - Duke Center for Autism and Brain Development,

Duke SenseToKnow Clinical Research Specialist.

Do you love psychology and also speak Spanish? Are you interested in working with diverse populations?

The Duke SenseToKnow (S2K) study within the Duke Center for Autism and Brain Development is seeking Spanish-speaking Clinical Research Specialists (CRSs) to join our research team. Duke SenseToKnow is a longitudinal study focused on a novel digital health screening tool that uses computer vision analysis for early detection of autism symptoms. Study staff work with racially and ethnically diverse study participants to remotely administer surveys and the SenseToKnow mobile application to infants and toddlers. CRSs have a key role in recruiting, consenting, enrolling participants, and conducting study visits and data collection.

As a member of the SenseToKnow research team you will gain experience in: working with an interdisciplinary study team including pediatrics, primary care, engineering, and computer science experts, following study protocols, preparation and use of assessments, direct participant interaction, data acquisition, observing and assisting with setting up diagnostic assessments, and data quality control processes. As a CRS you will also receive training through our Spanish Interpreter Training Program to become a study interpreter for research participants!

This study enrolls English- and Spanish-speaking participants, therefore CRSs in this position will need at least a working proficiency in Spanish writing and speaking abilities. This is a full time, paid, entry level position.

Anticipated start date: late Spring/early Summer 2023.

Contact - Lauren Driggers-Jones - lauren.driggersjones@duke.edu

Postdoctoral Fellowship - Autism Spectrum, Geisinger Autism & Developmental Medicine Institute

Subject: Fellowship Position at Autism and Developmental Medicine Institute

Message: We are continuing to accept applications for our fellowship position. Applications will be accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Pediatric Psychology Post-Doctoral Fellowship
Geisinger’s Autism and Developmental Medicine Institute is seeking one pediatric psychology postdoctoral fellow for the 2023-2024 training year. Individuals with a doctoral degree in school or clinical psychology from an APA accredited university who will be license-eligible in Pennsylvania after fellowship are welcome to apply. Completion of an APA accredited internship is preferred but not required.

Opportunities for training include working within a multidisciplinary team to evaluate the developmental, social, and behavioral needs of children with suspected developmental disabilities and/or autism. The postdoctoral fellow will also gain experience in coordinating care for patients and consulting with other medical professionals to determine a recommended treatment plan for the patient. Opportunities to provide individual and group therapy are also available.

Geisinger’s Autism and Developmental Medicine Institute is a clinical and research institute known for advancing scientific understanding of developmental disorders. Our team consists of Licensed Psychologists, Neurodevelopmental Pediatricians, Advanced Practitioners, Genetic Counselors, Medical Geneticists, and Speech and Language Pathologists. Multiple research projects to help advance the understanding of causes and treatments of neurodevelopmental conditions are occurring alongside the clinical work conducted at the institute. Opportunities to be a part of ongoing research projects at the institute may be available as well.

Start date will occur between July-August 2023

Additional Information can be found on the UPPD Posting: https://www.appic.org/Postdocs/Universal-Psychology-Postdoctoral-Directory-UPPD/Detail/id/5720

Interested applicants can send their CV and Cover Letter to Dr. Rachel Hessert at rhessert@geisinger.edu.

Please also formally apply through https://jobs.geisinger.org. In the search section, type in R-39244. Select the position titled “fellow non standard.” You may also use this link to apply: https://geisinger.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/GeisingerExternal/job/Danville-PA/Fellow-Non-Standard_R-39244. This posting reflects a generic fellowship position and does not include details or qualifications related to this specific position. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Dr. Rachel Hessert.



Rachel Haupt Hessert, PhD
Licensed Psychologist
Geisinger Medical Center
Department of Psychiatry
Autism and Developmental Medicine Institute

Postdoctoral Fellowship - MGH Lurie Center for Autism, Lexington, MA

The MGH Lurie Center for Autism is excited to continue recruitment for advanced postdoctoral fellowship candidates in neuropsychological assessment and treatment of children, adolescents, and adults with autism spectrum disorder and other neurodevelopmental disabilities. Successful applicants may have completed initial postdoctoral training and are seeking a more advanced fellowship opportunity before transitioning into an early career position. The fellowship is a joint position through the MGH Lurie Center for Autism and Aspire programs in Lexington, Massachusetts. Postdoctoral fellows hold clinical fellow appointments at the Massachusetts General Hospital for Children – Lurie Center and Harvard Medical School. 

The Lurie Center is a multidisciplinary program designed to evaluate and treat children, adolescents, and adults—providing expertise in neurology, developmental pediatrics, gastroenterology, psychiatry, psychology, psychopharmacology, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and speech language pathology. MGH Aspire helps children, teens, and adults with high cognitive autism spectrum disorder or a related social profile make social connections and develop independence. Interventions include intensive camp programs, social groups, internship programs and consultation and training. Postdoctoral fellows will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to complete diagnostic and neuropsychological assessments, under the supervision of a licensed clinical psychologist. They will also have the opportunity to provide social skills programming, outpatient therapy, school consultation and consultation to patients and their families. 

All postdoctoral fellows will participate in a variety of training and supervision experiences including: weekly supervision, seminars, rounds, and other didactic experiences available at the Lurie Center and MGH. Opportunities for research may also be available for highly motivated applicants. 

Strong neuropsychological testing experience and prior training in the assessment of individuals with autism spectrum disorder (including the ADOS) are preferred. Fellowship start date is scheduled for September 1, 2023 (may be negotiable). Applicants must have a PhD/PsyD in Clinical Psychology. Application requires submission of a curriculum vitae, three recommendation letters, two sample assessment reports, and one therapeutic treatment plan. Please address correspondence to Dr. Lisa Nowinski at the Lurie Center, 1 Maguire Road, Lexington, MA 02421. 

To learn about our Postdoctoral Fellowship, please email us at LurieCenter@partners.org. We will continue to accept applications for our 2023-24 advanced fellowship until positions are full.  

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Lisa A. Nowinski, PhD (she/her)
Clinical Neuropsychologist
Licensed Clinical Psychologist MA #9310
dr.lisa.nowinski@gmail.com
617.637.5920

Developmental Psychologist - Univ of California, San Francisco

The Department of Psychiatry at the University of California, San Francisco invites applications for a Developmental Psychologist for a full-time faculty position, to perform neurodevelopmental evaluations in the outpatient setting. This position will be hired as Assistant, Associate or Full Professor in the Adjunct, HS Clinical, or Clinical X, faculty series for the growing program at UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital (BCH).

Candidates must have completed an APA-or CPA accredited doctoral program, pre-doctoral internship in Clinical Psychology, and a postdoctoral fellowship in child/pediatric psychology with a focus on young children with neurodevelopmental disorders (e.g., autism, ADHD, intellectual disability) and complex chronic medical conditions (e.g., genetic disorders, congenital heart disease, neonatal brain injury, prematurity). Preference will be given to those with experience working with young children and families within a medical setting. Additionally, experience and training with diagnostic measures for autism (ADOS-2) is strongly preferred. Interested applicants must be licensed or license-eligible in California. Salary and benefits are competitive.

This position will provide services within our active clinical programs, with an emphasis on children with congenital cardiac disease, prematurity, and a variety of other genetic and neurodevelopmental disorders. Responsibilities will include comprehensive evaluation and management as well as consultation with families/caregivers, referring providers, and schools. This individual will provide guidance and consultation to other personnel in the medical setting concerning neurodevelopment and other intervention services to enhance patient care. They will also provide consultation and training to psychology and medical trainees, and supervision when appropriate. Additionally, there will be a variety of opportunities for research.

UCSF offers a rich intellectual environment for education and training that provides expert care to critically and chronically ill infants, children, and adolescents from around the country and internationally. UCSF seeks candidates whose experience, teaching, research, or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and excellence.

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

Qualified applicants must apply online at https://aprecruit.ucsf.edu/JPF04253 where they will be asked to submit a cover letter and curriculum vitae. Competitive candidates will be asked to submit three letters of reference and two sample clinical reports.

Questions about the position can be directed to Shannon Lundy, Ph.D. at Shannon.Lundy@ucsf.edu.  

Shannon M. Lundy, PhD

Associate Clinical Professor, Department of Pediatrics

Director of Psychology Services, Division of Developmental Medicine

UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital

University of California, San Francisco

Stephany Cox, PhD

Assistant Clinical Professor, Department of Pediatrics

Co-Director, Healthy Hearts & Minds Program

Whitney Ence, PhD, BCBA-D

Associate Clinical Professor, Child and Adolescent Psychiatry

Clinical Director of Outpatient Services, UCSF Child, Teen, and Family Center

Clinical Director, UCSF Center for ASD and NDDs

UC Santa Barbara - Tenure-Track Assistant/Associate Professor - Autism expertise

UC Santa Barbara’s Department of Counseling, Clinical, and School Psychology (CCSP) at the Gevirtz School invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor or tenured Associate Professor to begin July 1, 2023.

We seek applicants with expertise in the field of Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASDs) and related developmental disabilities, with a specific focus in the areas of (a) autism assessment (screening, diagnosis, characterization, or outcome measurement) and/or (b) autism intervention (program development, evaluation, or community implementation).

The appointed person would also help to expand UCSB’s Koegel Autism Center research programs and further its reputation as a national and international leader in autism-related scholarship and clinical expertise.

Recent and prospective doctoral recipients, post-doctoral scholars, researchers, and faculty members at early to mid-career stages are encouraged to apply. The Department is especially interested in candidates who will contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research, teaching, and service. Responsibilities will include (a) research and grant-writing, (b) graduate and undergraduate teaching, (c) clinical supervision, (d) doctoral student advising, and (e) university and public service.

The Department of Counseling, Clinical, and School Psychology is home to a vibrant faculty of productive scholars and educators. We’re home to two doctoral degrees accredited by the American Psychological Association: School Psychology and Counseling/Clinical Psychology, a master’s degree program in School Psychology, and the largest undergraduate minor on campus. Our mission is to generate and disseminate knowledge, provide expertise, and prepare the next generation of diverse scholars in applied psychology. We strive to be recognized for excellence and innovation in research that fosters the psychological well-being and social equity of all people, especially vulnerable populations.

The Gevirtz School is a diverse institution in a diverse community in a richly diverse state. The School is part of UC Santa Barbara, one of only 62 members of the Association of American Universities (AAU) and the first AAU member to attain the status of Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). As a public, flagship institution, the Gevirtz School at UCSB is deeply committed to centering diversity in our work. In addition to finding faculty who bring scholarly expertise in the areas that are described above, we seek to ensure that successful candidates engage in scholarship, teaching, and service that will help us work with the diverse populations in our region, state, and nation to achieve the goal of educational and mental health equity.

The Gevirtz School offers masters and doctoral degrees from the Department of Counseling, Clinical and School Psychology and the Department of Education, as well as teaching credentials and masters of education degrees from the Teacher Education Program. The School also offers three undergraduate minors (Educational Studies, Applied Psychology, and Science & Mathematics Education) and is currently seeking approval for an undergraduate major.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Learn more at https://recruit.ap.ucsb.edu/JPF02319. Questions can be directed to search chair Ty Vernon at tyvernon@ucsb.edu.

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Ty Vernon, Ph.D.
Director, UCSB Koegel Autism Center
Associate Professor, Clinical Psychology
Department of Counseling, Clinical, & School Psychology

Licensed Psychologist, Board-Certified Behavior Analyst

Web Links:
Koegel Autism Center Homepage
Faculty Biography & Research Interests
Department of CCSP Webpage

Tenure Track Position - Cognitive Neuroscience - U of Massachusetts, Lowell

Tenure-Track Assistant/Associate/Full Professor - Cognitive Neuroscience – Psychology

https://explorejobs.uml.edu/en-us/job/516811/tenuretrack-assistantassociatefull-professor-cognitive-neuroscience-psychology

The Department of Psychology at the University of Massachusetts Lowell invites applications for an open rank position in Cognitive Neuroscience to begin September 2023. Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in Psychology or another relevant field (e.g., human neuroscience) and have a strong record of published research, external funding commensurate with their rank upon hiring, and interest or experience in teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels. 

We welcome applicants with expertise in, but not limited to, the following areas: neurodiverse populations, neurodegenerative disease, mental health, social-emotional, cognitive and behavioral functioning, chronic conditions, trauma, and/or prevention science. Additionally, candidates with expertise in psychophysiological research methodologies such as electrophysiological measurement (EEG/ERP), eye-tracking, neuroimaging (fMRI, fNIRS), and neuropsychological methods are encouraged to apply. We strongly encourage applications from candidates from backgrounds underrepresented in higher education. Consistent with our department values, we are especially interested in applicants whose work addresses the needs of underrepresented and underserved populations; reduces health, mental health, or educational disparities and promotes equity.

Responsibilities involve maintaining an active research program, including pursuing external funding, teaching graduate and undergraduate level courses, supervising theses/dissertations, and engaging in departmental and university service.

The Department of Psychology is one of the largest academic units on campus, with on-campus and online bachelor’s programs, master's programs, and a doctoral program in Applied Psychology and Prevention Science. UMass Lowell is close to major medical research facilities such as Massachusetts General Hospital, Tufts Medical Center, Boston Children's Hospital, Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital, UMass Medical School, and VA Bedford Hospital.  Additional information about the Department is available at www.uml.edu/psychology.

The College of Fine Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences (FAHSS) is the largest academic unit of the University, with 12 academic departments and over 230 full-time faculty. FAHSS has experienced significant growth in recent years, including hiring over 70 new faculty members, achieving a 70% growth in funded research expenditures, and adding several new interdisciplinary graduate programs.

This hire will be part of the University of Massachusetts Lowell hire of six tenure-track faculty members (various ranks) as part of our 2022-2023 Social & Health Policy cluster hiring initiative. As outlined in our values statement, the University of Massachusetts Lowell, as a public higher education institution, recognizes its responsibility to serve the public good and immediate surrounding communities. Faculty in the College of Fine Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences are nationally and internationally recognized for research and work engaging some of the pressing social issues facing the world today, such as race equity, health, and education (for more information about UML FAHSS Research Centers, please visit the college website.) The FAHSS cluster hiring initiative marks an essential step towards our goal of increasing inclusive excellence by recruiting outstanding faculty across disciplines who share our commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration, impactful socially- and community-engaged research, student engagement and experiential learning, and institutional transformation.

Greater Lowell, Merrimack Valley, and the Boston region are home to diverse communities. The historic city of Lowell, MA, is a gateway city that is a majority-minority city (20.9% Asian American, 17.9% Hispanic, 8% Black/African American). UMass Lowell has robust partnerships with the City of Lowell, Lowell Public Schools, health organizations, and many other local nonprofits and businesses. The Boston region is also home to a large number of potential research partners.

About University of Massachusetts Lowell:

UMass Lowell is a national research university committed to preparing our students for work in the real world--solving real problems and helping real people--by providing an affordable high-quality education. US News and World Report ranks UMass Lowell among the top 200 research universities in the country, and our rankings have been consistently rising.  The university offers an excellent salary and benefits package.

UMass Lowell is an equal education/employment opportunity institution dedicated to building a diverse community. We strongly encourage applications from women, underrepresented minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans.

Minimum Qualifications (Required):

·       Must hold a Ph.D. in Psychology or another relevant field (e.g., human neuroscience) and have a strong record of published research, external funding commensurate with their rank upon hiring, and interest or experience in teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Review of applications will begin December 1st and continue until the position is filled. However, the position may close when an adequate number of qualified applications is received. 

The appointment is scheduled to begin on September 1, 2023.

Please submit the following required documents with your application:

·       Curriculum Vita

·       Cover Letter that describes the candidate’s qualifications and record of accomplishments

·       Research Statement describing research interests, accomplishments, future plans, and fundability of research (up to three pages)

·       Teaching Statement describing teaching philosophy, interest, and experience (up to three pages)

·       Diversity Statement that describes your commitment to equity, inclusion, and diversity across scholarship, teaching, and service activities

·       Publications (three to five representative publications)

·       Names and contact information for three references will be required at the time of application. References will be contacted for a letter of reference immediately after application submission. References will be required to upload recommendation letters to our online portal; neither emailed nor hard-copy letters will be accepted. *Three letters of reference are required.

Postdoctoral Fellowships - IDD - Nationwide Children's Hosptial, Columbus, OH

Nationwide Children’s Hospital Child Development Center will be recruiting for three (3) position types for their Postdoctoral Fellowship in Intellectual and Neurodevelopmental Disabilities (IND) for the 2023-2024 Training year:

• Clinical Position (2 available positions) - The positions will be open until filled and applications will be reviewed starting December 15, 2022

• Clinical Research Position (2 available positions) - The positions will be open until filled and applications will be reviewed starting immediately

• Consult/Liaison Specialization (1 available position) - The position will be open until filled and applications will be reviewed starting December 15, 2022

These three positons are described further below. Interested candidates should send/email:

• a cover letter stating career goals and which position (or positions) they would like to be considered for

• a curriculum vitae

• two letters of recommendation either via direct email from letter writers or use of standard mail.

Virtual interviews are strongly encouraged for all positions. Anticipated start date is 6/26/2023, with options for a later start date if needed. All positions will have a salary of $61,742 for the first year, which will increase to $62,146 if fellows stay for a second year; fellows are supported by a full benefits package. For additional information, please view http://NationwideChildrens.org/Intellectual-Neurodevelopmental-Fellowship. Nationwide Children’s Hospital is the nation’s second largest children’s hospital. With the generous support of a transformational $50 million gift from Big Lots and their Foundation, Nationwide Children’s Hospital opened America’s largest behavioral health treatment and research center in the spring of 2020. Nationwide Children's Hospital is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For more information about Nationwide Children’s Hospital and Columbus, Ohio, visit us on the Web at http://www.nationwidechildrens.org    

Please email Dr. Kryszak with any questions and will all application materials.

Elizabeth Kryszak, PhD

Director of the Intellectual and Neurodevelopmental Disabilities Fellowship, Child Development Center

Clinical Assistant Professor, Departments of Pediatrics and Psychology, the Ohio State University

Phone (614) 355-7500 / E-mail: elizabeth.kryszak@nationwidechildrens.org  

NCH Child Development Center, 187 W. Schrock Rd, Westerville, OH 43081

Clinical Postdoctoral Fellowship in Intellectual and Neurodevelopmental Disabilities (IND)

Specializing in the assessment and treatment of Developmental Disabilities including Autism

Nationwide Children’s Hospital’s Child Development Center is recruiting 2 Clinical post-doctoral psychology fellows. Established for nearly 30 years, the Child Development Center takes great pride in training leaders in our field. Boasting a psychology faculty of 21, supported by a team of psychometricians, we work with colleagues that include Developmental Behavioral Pediatricians, Neurologists, Nurse Practitioners, Speech and Language Pathologists, Psychiatrists, Social Workers, Marriage and Family Therapist, Genetic Counselors, and predoctoral trainees in our APPIC-approved internship track. Our fellowship provides advanced training to individuals who are interested in working in an interprofessional, academic medical setting offering excellence in assessment and treatment for children with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This is a one year position, with the option of renewing for a second year.

Experiences are individualized based upon the fellow’s interests and training goals and can include:

• Interdisciplinary diagnostic assessment teams with primary concern of autism spectrum disorder for children ranging from 18 months to young adulthood.

• Pediatric interdisciplinary medical clinics including the Neurodevelopmental Clinic, Non-Accidental Traumatic Brain Injury Clinic, Developmental-Behavioral Pediatric Fellows Clinic, and International Adoption Clinic

• Evaluation of complex, medically fragile patients with severe and profound intellectual disabilities at an ICF/IID.

• Ongoing outpatient behavioral treatment including the RUBI parent training program

• Inpatient consultation and liaison service on our psychiatric inpatient unit specializing in children with a comorbid developmental disability.

Additionally, the CDC Intellectual and Neurodevelopmental Disabilities Fellowships offers:

• specific training in advocacy, quality improvement science, administration, and program development

• didactic and umbrella supervision opportunities to focus on building supervision skills

• opportunities to contribute to medical education of other professions and to lead didactic seminars

• research activities directed by the fellow’s interest or in collaboration with ongoing faculty projects

• The Child Development Center is nationally recognized as an Autism Speaks/Autism Treatment Network/Autism Learning Health Network site.

• faculty academic appointments in the Department of Pediatrics of The Ohio State University

Elizabeth Kryszak, PhD

Director of the Intellectual and Neurodevelopmental Disabilities Fellowship, Child Development Center

Clinical Assistant Professor, Departments of Pediatrics and Psychology, the Ohio State University

Phone (614) 355-7500 / E-mail: elizabeth.kryszak@nationwidechildrens.org

Clinical Research Postdoctoral Fellowship in Intellectual and Neurodevelopmental Disabilities (IND)

Specializing in Developmental Disabilities including Autism

Nationwide Children’s Hospital’s Child Development Center is recruiting for 2 Clinical Research post-doctoral psychology fellows. Established for nearly 30 years, the Child Development Center takes great pride in training leaders in our field. Boasting a psychology faculty of 30, supported by a team of psychometricians, we work with colleagues that include Developmental Behavioral Pediatricians, Neurologists, Nurse Practitioners, Speech and Language Pathologists, Psychiatrists, Social Workers, Marriage and Family Therapist, Genetic Counselors, and pre-doctoral trainees in our APPIC-approved internship track. Our research fellowship provides advanced training to individuals who are interested in working in an interprofessional, academic medical setting as a clinical scientist with both research and clinical focus.  This is designed as a two year position, though a one year position with the option of renewing for a second year is also available.

Research experiences (50-80% FTE) include development of one’s own research agenda with faculty mentorship as well as involvement in multiple ongoing projects. Efforts will be made to match each fellow with a faculty mentorship relevant to their research interests.  Amongst other ongoing projects, fellows may participate in:

• Projects focused on assessment and evaluation of autism spectrum disorders and related conditions, including evaluating psychometrics of measurement tools and examining health service practice patterns.

• A PCORI multi-site hybrid comparative effectiveness and implementation study evaluating two suicide prevention intervention strategies for autistic youth.

• Autism Care Network (ACNet) activities including quality improvement projects, FDA Validation of a Salivary miRNA Diagnostic Test for ASD, and inclusion in multi-site sub-projects on various topics developed by the ACNet Steering Committee or Behavioral Science Committee.

• Project ECHOs, in collaboration with broader Pediatric Psychology, Behavioral Health, and medical subspecialties, on a range of topics including Autism, Family Support, RUBI Parent Training, ADHD, Obesity, Tics, and many others.

• Collaboration with the NCH Institute for Genomic Medicine to examine the genetic relationship between autism spectrum disorder and other medical and mental health concerns.

• A multi-site research study of the treatment of ADHD among children with autism, development of an anxiety and autism treatment manual, and other projects focused on mental health concerns observed among children with autism.

• Dissemination and extension of RUBI Parent Training, a manualized, evidence-based treatment model for decreasing disruptive behaviors.

• Training and mentorship in advanced data analysis.

• Dissemination of research findings including conference presentations and peer-reviewed articles.

• Grant writing.

Clinical experiences (20-50% of FTE) are individualized based upon the fellow’s interests and training goals and can include:

• Team-based interdisciplinary diagnostic assessment with primary concern of possible autism spectrum disorder for children ranging from 18 months to young adulthood.

• Pediatric interdisciplinary medical clinics including the Neurodevelopmental Clinic, Non-Accidental Traumatic Brain Injury Clinic, Developmental-Behavioral Pediatric Fellows Clinic, and International Adoption Clinic.

• Evaluation of complex, medically fragile patients with severe and profound intellectual disabilities at an ICF/IID.

• Ongoing outpatient behavioral treatment including PCIT and the RUBI parent training program.

Additionally, the fellowships offers:

• specific training in advocacy, quality improvement science, administration, and program development

• didactic and umbrella supervision opportunities to focus on building supervision skills

• opportunities to contribute to medical education of other professions and to lead didactic seminars

• faculty academic appointments in the Department of Pediatrics of The Ohio State University

Megan Norris, PhD

Director of Research, Child Development Center

Associate Professor-Clinical, Department of Pediatrics, The Ohio State University

Phone (614) 355-7500 / E-mail: megan.norris@nationwidechildrens.org

Elizabeth Kryszak, PhD,

Director of the Intellectual and Neurodevelopmental Disabilities Fellowship, Child Development Center

Clinical Assistant Professor, Departments of Pediatrics and Psychology, the Ohio State University

Phone (614) 355-7500 / E-mail: elizabeth.kryszak@nationwidechildrens.org

Postdoctoral Fellowship in Intellectual and Neurodevelopmental Disabilities (IND)

Specialization in consultation/liaison services for inpatient psychiatric ASD/DD population

Nationwide Children’s Hospital’s Child Development Center is recruiting for an additional post-doctoral psychology fellow to provide consultation/liaison services for inpatient psychiatric ASD/DD population. The Behavioral Health Pavilion was opened in March of 2020 and includes several inpatient units including: Adolescent, Child, and Neurobehavioral, in addition to a dedicated Psychiatric Crisis Department and Youth Crisis Stabilization Unit. Trainees have the opportunity to work with a number of different specialties such as Psychiatry, Occupational Therapy, Recreational Therapy, Speech and Language Pathologists, Nursing and Behavioral Health Clinicians. This fellowship track provides advanced training to individuals who are interested in working in an interprofessional, academic medical setting offering excellence in assessment and treatment for children with intellectual and developmental disabilities currently hospitalized in an inpatient psychiatric unit. This is a one year position.

Experiences are individualized based upon the fellow’s interests and training goals and can include:

• Diagnostic assessment with primary concern of potential neurodevelopmental disorder current hospitalized secondary to psychiatric crisis

• Participation in interdisciplinary rounds for patients currently hospitalized in inpatient psychiatric setting

• Provision of individual and/or family therapy for children/adolescents with ASD/DD focused on crisis management and harm reduction

• Provision of crisis management training for caregivers of children/adolescents currently hospitalized

• Development and implementation of behavior management strategies for children/adolescents currently hospitalized at Behavioral Health Pavilion

Additionally, all CDC Intellectual and Neurodevelopmental Disabilities Fellowships offer:

• specific training in advocacy, quality improvement science, administration, and program development

• didactic and umbrella supervision opportunities to focus on building supervision skills

• opportunities to contribute to medical education of other professions and to lead didactic seminars

• research activities directed by the fellow’s interest or in collaboration with ongoing faculty projects

• The Child Development Center is nationally recognized as an Autism Speaks/Autism Treatment Network/Autism Learning Health Network site.

Elizabeth Kryszak, PhD

Director of the Intellectual and Neurodevelopmental Disabilities Fellowship, Child Development Center

Clinical Assistant Professor, Departments of Pediatrics and Psychology, the Ohio State University

Phone (614) 355-7500 / E-mail: elizabeth.kryszak@nationwidechildrens.org

Psychologist - Glickman Center for Autism, Portland, Maine

Are you a psychologist with experience in autism and developmental disorders who would like to work in multi-disciplinary center?

The Glickman Lauder Center of Excellence in Autism and Developmental Disorders, a division of Maine Behavioral Healthcare, is seeking a Psychologist to work with children, adolescents and young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities with co-occurring emotional and behavioral challenges. This position joins a large multidisciplinary outpatient clinic team, and provides evaluation and treatment for this population. This is an exciting opportunity for an academically-inclined psychologist to join a growing, nationally-recognized program that includes treatment, research and professional training with this population. 

This position is full time and will join an expert multi-disciplinary team in the care of children, adolescent and young adults with developmental disorders and co-occurring behavioral health challenges. Multiple clinical research studies are being performed in our service, producing a rich learning environment, in addition to a bi-weekly case conference and access to a multi-level system of care for the population. This position joins a group of 4 psychologists and 9 BCBAs specializing in the population, together serving an exciting and growing specialty program that extends from acute inpatient to partial hospital to day treatment and outpatient clinic.

This position is located in the new Glickman Lauder Center of Excellence facility, a 28,000 square foot free standing center dedicated to the population. Competitive salary and a strong benefits package is available, including paid CEU days and $1,500 CEU allowance. PhD or PsyD and licensed/license eligible in Maine required. Further information on the Center of Excellence can be found here.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):

• Licensure or license eligible as a PhD or PsyD in the State of Maine required.

• Must display strong interpersonal, planning, analytical skills, professionalism, and maturity.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

For more information or to apply, please visit https://www.careersatmainehealth.org/jobs/757613-psychologist-center-of-excellence-in-autism-and-developmental-disorders or contact Maggie McGauley, Provider Recruiter, at maggie.mcgauley@mainehealth.org or 207-661-2582.

Postdoctoral Fellowship - University of Kansas, Kansas City, KS

Psychology Postdoctoral Fellowship in Pediatrics/Developmental Disability at University of Kansas Medical Center, Kansas City, KS

Position: The Division of Developmental Pediatrics at the University of Kansas Medical Center is recruiting psychology postdoctoral fellows for the 2023-2024 year.  This APPIC member postdoctoral fellowship program is located at the Center for Child Health and Development (CCHD) within the Department of Pediatrics.  This is an interdisciplinary university center with a focus on clinical care, training, community outreach, and research related to autism and other neurodevelopmental disabilities.  This fellowship is funded by the federal Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and related Disabilities (LEND) grant.  Therefore, fellows will be considered LEND trainees and will participate in all interdisciplinary LEND training activities.

Fellows participate in clinical, research, outreach, and advocacy activities, with the primary focus on clinical experience needed to gain licensure. Time spent in each of these areas is also based on level of interest.  Qualified applicants may have the opportunity to provide teaching and supervision to graduate student trainees.

Clinical opportunities include interdisciplinary diagnostic teams, developmental behavioral therapy clinic, Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), telemedicine evaluation and treatment, social skills program for girls, cranio-facial clinic, cleft-lip/palate clinic, cystic fibrosis clinic, and screening for developmental disabilities.  Research areas of emphasis include but are not limited to: sensorimotor processes and cognitive abilities in ASD, behavioral therapy in ASD, gender differences in ASD, Fragile X, telehealth, Project ECHO, EBP dissemination, online parent training in ABA strategies (OASIS), and infant/young child social development, self-determination, trauma/ disaster preparation  and support, and Child Adult Relationship Enhancement (CARE).  Additional information available at: http://www.kumc.edu/school-of-medicine/cchd/graduate-education/lend/psychology-postdoctoral-fellowship.html

This full-time fellowship provides opportunities to obtain supervised hours needed for clinical licensure. We welcome applicants from the fields of clinical child psychology, pediatric psychology, school psychology, or other related disciplines. Applicants must be completing a doctoral degree in clinical, school or counseling psychology from an APA accredited program and eligible for temporary licensure in the state of Kansas (see https://ksbsrb.ks.gov/)

Applying: We will be using APPA CAS- program name “University of Kansas Medical Center, Center for Child Health and Development”.  https://appacas.webadmit.org/session/new.   More information at https://appic.org

Deadline: December 16th, 2022.  Offers will be made following interviews and can be held until February 27th, 2023.

Interviews: Onsite interviews will be on January 20th, 2023. Virtual interviews offered as well. 

Stipend: $54,840 Benefits:  Health insurance, employee fringe benefits, conference travel, vacation, and sick days.  EPPP release days.Questions? Email sbellinger@kumc.edu

COVID-19 Impact- The University of Kansas Health System requires COVID-19 vaccines for all providers and continues to require PPE (e.g. face masks) be worn for patient care activities.

LEND Fellowship - JFK Partners, Aurora, Coloardo

Developmental Disabilities; JFK Partners/University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, Aurora, Colorado

JFK Partners—Colorado’s University Center of Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDD) and Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental Disabilities (LEND) is seeking applicants for a full-time Psychology Post-Doctoral Fellow in Autism and Developmental Disabilities. Training emphasizes an interdisciplinary approach to research, assessment, and intervention, family support, service coordination, and community integration to meet the needs of persons with developmental disabilities across the lifespan.

Interested candidates should review the application requirements. 

The deadline for receipt of materials is January 1, 2023. Please send all materials to Christine.Cook@cuanschutz.edu.

Postdoctoral Fellowship - Stanford University

Message: POSTDOCTORAL FELLOWSHIP IN AUTISM

Stanford University Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences is offering an autism postdoctoral fellowship for the 2023-2024 training year. The fellow will conduct initial evaluations, psychological assessments, individual and family centered therapy and group therapy with patients in the Autism and Developmental Disabilities Clinic. The fellowship will include training conducting diagnostic assessments using gold-standard instruments as well as providing evidence-based therapies and parent training including Pivotal Response Treatment (PRT). Minor rotations in the general, anxiety and eating disorder clinics are available. Fellows may elect to participate in active clinical research projects and to complete a scholarly project during the year.

Stipends are $68,238 plus benefits. Start date is 9/1/23. All applicants must have completed: 1) APA- or CPA-accredited graduate programs in clinical or counseling psychology; 2) APA- or CPA-accredited internships; and 3) all requirements for their PhD or PsyD prior to beginning their appointment.

Appointments are for one year. For detailed information about the fellowship, please go to https://med.stanford.edu/childpsychiatry/training/post-doc_fellowship/autism.html .

Applications should be sent through the Please apply using the APPIC Psychology Postdoctoral Application system. Applications are due 12/1/22. This fellowship is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of the American Psychological Association, 750 1st Street, NE, Washington DC, 20002. Phone: (202) 336-5979, Email: apaaccred@apa.org

Postdoctoral Fellowship - Riley Children's Hospital, Indianapolis, IN

The Indiana LEND Program (formerly the Riley Child Development Center) is excited to begin recruitment for our 2023-2024 Clinical Psychology Postdoctoral Fellowship Program.

The Indiana LEND program, a part of Developmental Medicine at the Indiana University School of Medicine at Indiana University Health offers 2 postdoctoral fellowship positions.  Our clinical fellows spend a significant amount of time in our specialty outpatient clinic focused on the evaluation and assessment of neurodevelopmental disabilities. This position is a one year, 40 hour a week position which includes clinical experience and didactics/learning experiences in an interdisciplinary setting. We are now accepting applications and will interview as applications are received.

We will continue to accept applications until both positions are filled, though we anticipate filling our positions in early 2023.

To learn more about the Indiana LEND Program and the Clinical Fellowship, please visit https://medicine.iu.edu/pediatrics/specialties/child-development/lend-training 

Interested applicants may submit their materials via the website and can reach out to the Training Director (Dr. Christine Raches at craches@iu.edu) with any questions.