Post Doctoral Fellow - Psychological Assessment and Empirically Supported Treatments
Post Doctoral Fellow - Psychological Assessment and Empirically Supported Treatments
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Discover Your Career at Emory University
Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts worldclass talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the excellence of our academic community.
Description
The Department of Psychology at Emory University is now offering a 12month postdoctoral fellowship in conducting cognitive assessments and delivering empiricallybased psychological treatments. The fellow will be housed in the Emory University Psychological Center which is slidingscale outpatient clinic open to the community. The clinic is located on Emorys main campus in Atlanta Georgia.
This fellowship is intended for psychologists who have successfully completed an American Psychological Associationapproved internship and wish to refine their skills in assessment and EBTs. The fellow will report to and work closely with Zainab Delawalla Ph.D. clinic director and Hanan Trotman Ph.D. director of assessment. Full salary and benefits are guaranteed for one year with an option of renewal for a second year based on the fellows interests.
Fellowship Training: Emphasis is placed on honing the fellows assessment skills through conducting comprehensive cognitive evaluations across the developmental spectrum. Typical referral questions include attention and executive function disorders learning disorders mood disorders etc. The fellow will also be able to accrue intervention experience through delivering timelimited empirically supported treatments including CBT DBT ACT etc.
In addition to these clinical responsibilities a portion of the fellows time will be dedicated to teaching and training juniorlevel psychology trainees. The fellow is also expected to contribute to research efforts within the clinic including applying for external funding study design and implementation and manuscript preparation or other related tasks.
How to Apply: Fellowship applications will be accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis. Interested candidates should submit a CV cover letter three letters of recommendation and 2 deidentified evaluation reports 1 child and 1 adult) with their applications. If you have any questions please reach out to
Necessary skills/qualifications: Completion of doctoral degree from an APA CPA or PCSAS accredited program as well as successful completion of APAaccredited internship. The ideal candidate is selfmotivated independent and reliable. Grant writing experience is a plus but not required.
JOB DESCRIPTION: Helps design and conduct research within a specified field while receiving advanced training from a designated Principal Investigator to enhance professional skills and research independence needed for pursuit of a career. The specific area of research in which the trainee is mentored is determined by the department and laboratory of the Postdoc. Designs and evaluates experiments. Develops new ideas that promote current research. Prepares and publishes scientific manuscripts under the direction of the Principal Investigator. May be responsible for operation of specific equipment. May teach techniques to others train and supervise research staff. Positions are temporary appointments as a research trainee. The initial appointment is for one year renewal expected if progress is satisfactory and funds are available. Appointments cannot exceed five years.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A doctoral degree or equivalent (Ph.D. M.D. ScD. D.V.M. DDS etc) in an appropriate field. Excellent scientific writing ability and strong oral communication skills. The ability to work effectively and collegially with colleagues. Additional qualifications as specified by the Principal Investigator.
Additional Details
Emory is an equal opportunity employer and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions educational programs or employment including recruitment hiring promotions transfers discipline terminations wage and salary administration benefits and training. Students faculty and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act and applicable executive orders federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination equal opportunity and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance 201 Dowman Drive Administration Building Atlanta GA 30322. Telephone:(V)(TDD).
Emory University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request a reasonable accommodation please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at(V)(TDD). Please note that one weeks advance notice is preferred.
Employment Type
Full-Time
