Postdoctoral Fellowship in Autism Spectrum Disorder

Updated: about 1 year ago
Location: Chapel Hill, NORTH CAROLINA
Job Type: FullTime
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Posting Information
Posting Details


Department TEACCH - 427401
Posting Open Date 10/06/2022
Application Deadline
Open Until Filled Yes
Position Type Postdoctoral Scholar
Position Title Postdoctoral Fellowship in Autism Spectrum Disorder
Vacancy ID PDS003611
Full-time/Part-time Full-Time Temporary
Hours per week 40
FTE 1
Work Location Chapel Hill, NC
Position Location North Carolina, US
Hiring Range Dependent on Qualifications
Proposed Start Date 07/01/2023
Estimated Duration of Appointment 12 Months

Position Information


Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
The TEACCH Autism Program at the University of North Carolina began in 1972 as a system of university-based regional centers to serve children, adolescents and adults on the autism spectrum and their families. As part of the School of Medicine at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, the program has an active clinical, teaching, and research program. TEACCH operates 7 community regional centers across the state and a vocational/residential facility for adults on the autism spectrum. TEACCH has a long tradition of training Psychology Interns and Postdoctoral Fellows in both clinical and research activities. More information about TEACCH is available via our website at www.teacch.com.
This position is located at the TEACCH Autism Program office in Carrboro, NC.
Position Summary
The selected candidates will engage in a combination of clinical and research activities. Clinical opportunities include diagnostic evaluations, individual therapy sessions, and group treatment activities for individuals on the autism spectrum across the lifespan working within TEACCH outpatient clinics. Intervention experiences include early intervention services, school-based social groups, parent coaching, adult dialectical behavior therapy groups, and adult residential care. Research opportunities include examining the efficacy of TEACCH clinical (e.g., early intervention, transition to adulthood, suicide prevention, aging) and training (e.g., professional development) programs working with Drs. Christina Corsello, Laura Klinger, Brenna Maddox, and/or Brianne Tomaszewski. Position includes health benefits, paid vacation and sick leave, and time to attend national conferences. A detailed description of university benefits is available at: http://postdocs.unc.edu/. The starting date for this one-year fellowship is flexible but no sooner than July 1st, 2023. This is a one-year appointment.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
PhD required.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
Requirements include previous training in clinical and/or research activities focused on autism. Qualified applicants will have a strong background in Clinical or School Psychology and will have completed their doctoral training and internship at APA-accredited programs by the start of the fellowship year.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
Prior experience working in a high-performing clinical and/or research team based setting.
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Special Instructions
In addition to a formal application to be submitted here: https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/241821, applications should include a current curriculum vitae and a letter describing research interests and postdoctoral fellowship goals. Additionally, three letters of reference must be sent to Dr. Laura Klinger at [email protected].
For information on UNC Postdoctoral Benefits and Services click here
Quick Link https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/241821

Posting Contact Information


Department Contact Name and Title Gina Austen, HR Consultant
Department Contact Telephone or Email [email protected]
Postdoctoral Affairs Contact Information
If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the University’s Equal Employment Opportunity office at (919) 966-3576 or send an email to [email protected].
Please note: The Equal Employment Opportunity office will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, race, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.


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