Post-Doctoral Psychology Fellow

Job Summary

CU Boulder CAPS is looking to fill two Psychology postdoctoral
fellowship positions, each focusing on clinical services with the
opportunity to select a particular area of concentration. The
fellows deliver direct clinical services, including group and
individual psychotherapy, case management, initial screening
assessments, and crisis intervention. Fellows attend
multidisciplinary seminars and meetings, and conduct community
engagement and outreach activities as needed. Postdoctoral fellows
receive a minimum of 1 hour of primary supervision weekly, and 30
minutes of track-specific supervision.

Psychology Postdoctoral Fellows have the ability to choose a
specific track of clinical focus throughout the training year. All
tracks maintain a caseload of generalist clients. Applicants are
invited to identify the track(s) which interest them:

• In the Crisis Care and Triage track, the postdoc provides

triage sessions to CU Boulder students in crisis and post-hospital
case management disposition sessions. The postdoc also joins
Crisis/Triage Team meetings, co-facilitates an intensive DBT group,
has the opportunity to be involved in continuously updating
crisis/triage workflow processes in a large University clinic, and
receives further training and didactic experiences within crisis
intervention, professional issues, and diversity, equity, and
inclusion.

• In the Multicultural Focus track, the postdoc provides outreach

and clinical services to multi-culturally diverse and historically
under-represented student populations. The postdoc develops
relationships with campus partners to develop strategies for best
serving underrepresented students. The postdoc is encouraged to
complete a project of their choice related to increasing access,
reducing barriers, and offering culturally appropriate services to
underrepresented students. Additionally, they receive further
training and didactic experiences within professional issues and
diversity, equity, and inclusion

• In the CAPS Counselor-in-Residence (CIR) track, the postdoc

supports Residence Life staff in addressing the mental health
concerns of student residents. The postdoc develops responsive,
preventative mental health programming, provides psycho-education
to Residence Life staff on mental health topics, develops
relationships with staff and residents, and receives further
training and didactic experiences within professional issues and
diversity, equity, and inclusion. The postdoc collaborates with the
Embedded Team at CAPS to provide outreach and community engagement
initiatives related to student residents.

• In the Behavioral Health track, the fellow works alongside

CAPS' Behavioral Health Team to offer integrated care to CU
students. This position has opportunities to offer behavioral
health interventions to students, collaborate with medical
professionals within CU's Medical Services, and receive further
training and didactic experiences within behavioral health,
professional issues, and diversity, equity, and inclusion. The
fellow facilitates at least one therapy group each semester and
other behavioral health related training opportunities within CAPS
and/or CU's Medical Services.

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all
applicable federal, state, and local laws governing
nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a
workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and
dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to
apply, including protected veterans and individuals with
disabilities.

Who We Are

The Division
of Student Life consists of 36 departments that provide student
support and services dedicated to helping students become
successful, curious, competent individuals during their time at CU
Boulder.

Counseling and Psychiatric Services (CAPS) supports the well-being,
mental health, and academic success of students by providing
comprehensive clinical care, consultation, and outreach to the
campus community. CAPS also offers outstanding training, preparing
the next generation of mental health providers. Our team is
multicultural and multidisciplinary, drawing from diverse
professional backgrounds and theoretical approaches. As a
department within the Division of Student Life, we work to create
an affirming and inclusive environment where all identities and
lived experiences are valued and where every student can
thrive.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

Direct clinical services : Conduct individual and group
psychotherapy; brief screening/triage assessments; initial therapy
assessment, case management, and crisis intervention.
Track-specific clinical duties (e.g., co-facilitating
track-specific groups, outreaches, or community engagement).

Training and administration : Receive weekly supervision,
attend assigned program meetings, write electronic clinical notes.
Participate in CAPS training program activities and attend
multidisciplinary didactic seminars.

What You Should Know

Postdocs are expected to work 40 hours a week and are offered
certain flexibility in choosing those hours within our hours of
operation: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm. This is a 12-month
limited-term position (anticipated August 2, 2027 - August 1,
2028).

This role offers the possibility of working in a hybrid modality,
with up to 2 days of remote work available, subject to
change.

What We Can Offer

The salary for this 12-month position is $58,411.30. Onboarding
assistance is available within Student Life division
guidelines.

Benefits

At the University of Colorado Boulder , we are
committed to supporting the holistic health and well-being of our
employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical,
dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuition
assistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for local
transit. As one of Boulder County’s largest employers, CU Boulder
offers an inspiring academic community and access to world-class
outdoor recreation. In fact, CU Boulder has been named one of
Forbes' America's Best
Large Employers , ranking #4 among large employers in Colorado
and #28 among universities nationwide. Explore additional perks and
programs through the CU Advantage program.

Be Statements

Be engaged. Be impactful. Be Boulder.

What We Require

• Completed doctorate in clinical or counseling psychology by

start date.

• Completion of an APA-accredited internship by start date.
• One year, full-time (or two-year half-time) supervised

internship experience delivering group and individual psychotherapy
including initial evaluation, crisis intervention and clinical case
management.

• Registered as a Psychologist Candidate with the Colorado

Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA) by or within the first
week of the start date if selected for the position. Not required
to apply.

What You Will Need

• Ability to work in clinical and outreach settings with the

college student population, multi-culturally diverse, and
historically under-represented populations.

• Phenomenal oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent social skills.
• Able to work well with other CAPS providers and campus

partners.

What We Would Like You to Have

• Strong desire to work within a university counseling

center.

• Experience providing clinical services virtually using a

telehealth platform.

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:

• A current resume.
• A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background

and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and
responsibilities of the position.

We may request references at a later time.

Please apply by December 2, 2026 for consideration.

Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For
consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs .

In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in
any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying
information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school
attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting
or removing this information.

Posting Contact Information

Posting Contact Name: Boulder Campus Human Resources

Posting Contact Email: Recruiting@colorado.edu