Posting Summary
Center of Alcohol & Substance Use Studies and the Graduate School of Applied and Professional Psychology Rutgers The State University of New Jersey New Brunswick New Jersey We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Postdoctoral Trainee in Clinical Psychology to join our team. The trainee will provide clinical services and contribute to a randomized clinical trial ( RCT ) for individuals with PTSD and substance use disorders evaluating prolonged exposure delivered in a massed format in a community-based treatment program. This is an excellent opportunity for recent Ph.D. or Psy.D. graduates to advance their clinical and research expertise within a dynamic multidisciplinary research environment. Postdoctoral trainees are expected to provide clinical services for an ongoing randomized clinical trial in areas that could range from: Clinical Responsibilities: Conduct clinical assessments including diagnostic interviews and symptom rating scales with fidelity to the study protocol. Develop and maintain rapport with study participants ensuring retention and engagement throughout the trial. Collaborate with study practitioners to provide psychoeducation and support as outlined in the trial design. Provide evidence-based clinical intervention supervision or serve as a backup therapist as specified in the trial protocol (e.g. Prolonged Exposure therapy). Research Responsibilities: Monitor and document treatment fidelity to ensure adherence to the protocol. Collect manage and analyze clinical and behavioral data in coordination with the study team. Contribute to the preparation of progress reports presentations and publications. Administrative and Training Responsibilities: Attend regular supervision sessions with the Principal Investigator or clinical supervisor. Participate in research team meetings to discuss progress troubleshoot challenges and optimize trial implementation. Stay current on literature relevant to the RCT and intervention methodologies. Complete training and certification for specific assessments or interventions used in the trial.
Overview
Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time-management skills. Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team setting. Commitment to ethical clinical practice and research integrity. Cultural competence and sensitivity to diverse populations. The Center of Alcohol & Substance Use Studies ( CAS ) located on the Busch Campus of Rutgers University is a multidisciplinary research and training institute which performs clinical and biomedical research on alcohol and substance use disorders. CAS serves as a home to clinical and biomedical researchers and clinical practitioners across Rutgers University schools and programs as well as an illustrious group of affiliated scientists outside of the university. The Graduate School of Applied and Professional Psychology ( GSAPP ) is home to CAS with strong ties to Department of Psychiatry University Behavioral Health Care the Brain Health Institute Institute for Health Health Care Policy and Aging and the School of Public Health. GSAPPs commitment to diversity social justice and helping the underserved contributes to a supportive and mission-focused training. We place a high degree of emphasis on fostering and encouraging a diverse community of faculty and students and on supporting research/practice that benefits diverse and under-served communities; applicants who can contribute in this valued direction are particularly encouraged to apply. More information on our school and centers can be found at: