Psychology Post-Doctoral Research Associate Woodcock Institute

Richard W. Woodcock Pediatric Psychology Fellowship Post-Doc Program with emphasis in Neurodevelopmental Disabilities

The Woodcock Institute for the Advancement of Neurocognitive Research and Applied Practice is committed to the interdisciplinary advancement of contemporary cognitive assessment and applying evidence-based research to clinical practice. The Woodcock Institute supports interdisciplinary research into the cognitive profiles of individuals with diagnosed exceptionalities (e.g. learning disabilities neuropsychological conditions behavioral and psychiatric disorders and giftedness). In addition the Woodcock Institute supports the advancement of effective clinical assessment practices and the dissemination of research findings through direct professional development opportunities publications and applied evidence-based support of this mission the Woodcock Institute is excited to announce the launching of theRichard W. Woodcock Pediatric Psychology Fellowship Post-Doc Program with emphasis in Neurodevelopmental Disabilities.

The Woodcock Institute is seeking one full-time psychology postdoctoral fellow for a 2 year appointment. Primary clinical activities include neurodevelopmental assessment for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Learning Disabilities Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder emotional and behavioral disorders as well as other low incident developmental disabilities through interdisciplinary work at the Woodcock Autism Assessment Clinic TWU multidisciplinary clinic and in collaboration with a community based hospital addition fellows will engage in ongoing neurocognitive research presentation and publication opportunities and are provided teaching opportunities and mentorship possibilities with psychology practicum students. The schedule will include 2 days a week at the TWU interdisciplinary/ autism clinic 2 days a week at the community based hospital partnership and 1 day a week to conduct research submit publications/presentations outreach or participate in training consultation with supervisors at each setting fellows will develop a tailored plan to address their specific training goals within these settings.

The ideal candidate for this position will have a strong background in pediatric neuropsychological cognitive academic and social/emotional assessment as well as in the application of multidisciplinary diagnostic evaluations and evidence-based intervention approaches for individuals with a variety of neurodevelopmental disorders. The postdoctoral fellow will be expected to work well with families and effectively collaborate with members of an interdisciplinary addition to applied practice this fellowship will provide opportunities for research. Fellows can participate in on-going research on site and in collaboration with Texas Womans University and the Woodcock Institute. Fellows may develop individual research goals with the Training Director during orientation for data collection presentations and publications throughout the fellowship program.

Application Due Date:November 1 2025

Start Date:September 1 2026 earlier start dates can be accommodated if the fellow already has their doctoral degree conferred.

Minimum Stipend:$67000 plus fringe benefits

Maximum Stipend:$67000 plus fringe benefits

Fringe Benefits: Funding also available for continuing education for conference participation. Health insurance and benefits package included.

Minimum Requirements: Applicants must have a doctoral degree in Psychology from an APA-accredited program and possess or be eligible for a Texas provisional licensure pending completion of 2 years of supervised practice. Spanish-speaking applicants are strongly encouraged to apply. Experience working with underserved families is preferred. This fellowship is designed to meet requirements for LP licensure in Texas.

To Apply:Qualified candidates are invited to submit a statement of professional interest specifying career goals and clinical goals for the fellowship curriculum vitae a de-identified neuro / psychological assessment report transcript documenting degree completion and at least two letters of recommendation directly from the reviewers. Candidates should indicate in their statement of interest how their previous or future work supports the mission of the Woodcock Institute.

Applicants should email all application materials to the Woodcock Institutes Assistant Executive Director Wendi L. Johnson Ph.D. at.

Additional Information

Agency Type : University Clinic and Community based Practice

APPIC/APA Accreditation: No

Emphasis or Focus Area: Child/Adolescent

Other Emphasis: Neurodevelopmental

Research Time: Less than 25%

Training Director: Wendi L. Johnson PhD LP LSSP NCSP

Contact email:

Duration: 24 months

Hours per week: 35-40

Number of Licensed Psychologists: 1

Number of Positions: 1

Stipend: $67000

Will follow APPIC Standards: Yes

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