Postdoctoral Scholar

University of Kentucky, United States

Updated: 12 days ago
Location: Lexington, KENTUCKY
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

Posting Details
Posting Details


Job Title Postdoctoral Scholar
Requisition Number DU11626
Department Name 7H676:Pediatrics – Psychology
Work Location Lexington, KY
Salary Range $56,484/year
Type of Position Staff
Position Time Status Full-Time
Required Education
PhD
Required Related Experience
Completion of APA-Accredited Internship
Required License/Registration/Certification
N/A
Physical Requirements
Standing or sitting up to 8 hours/day, lifting <30 lbs, may view computer up to 8 hours/day.
Shift
Some flexibility, generally within Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 7:00 pm (with expectations of a 40 hour work week).
Job Summary
This position is designed to have 70% clinical time, 15% protected time for scholarly activity, and 15% protected time professional development time (e.g., seminars, mentorship, training). The position is a one-year fellowship beginning July 1 or August 1. Clinical care will primarily focus on adolescents within an outpatient adolescent clinic. Scholarly activity will be conducted in partnership with UKY’s pediatric forensic team. Professional development will be housed within the Division of Psychology. Candidates with previous clinical experience in adolescent medicine are especially encouraged to apply.
Please upload 3 letters of recommendation to Specific Request 1.
Applications will be reviewed as received and position may be closed if a candidate is identified.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Evidence-based therapy and assessment with youth and families; foundation in psychological or behavioral health research
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience
Experience in child and adolescent psychology preferred
Deadline to Apply 04/30/2024
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