Postdoctoral Fellowship Position (Autism Focus-Clinical)

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Postdoctoral Fellowship Position (Autism Focus-Clinical)

Department of Health Psychology

Thompson Center

College of Health Sciences

University of Missouri – Columbia

Job Description

The Department of Health Psychology and the Thompson Center for
Autism and Neurodevelopmental Disorders at the University of
Missouri-Columbia are seeking candidates for a Postdoctoral
Fellowship position. The Postdoctoral Fellowship is a one-year
position with a start date on or around July 1, 2027. This position
emphasizes evaluations of children and adolescents for Autism
Spectrum Disorder (ASD) diagnosis. Training may also include
experience with youth with neurotrauma and other neurodevelopmental
disorders and relevant intervention services. The postdoc will
participate in interdisciplinary health care diagnostic teams,
supervision within a tiered model, and a wide variety of clinical
and didactic opportunities to develop advanced competencies in the
specialty area of ASD. This position is funded through the Thompson
Center.

About the Department/Program

Research and clinical training activities will occur primarily at
the Thompson Center for Autism and Neurodevelopmental Disorders at
the University of Missouri. The Thompson Center is a
state-of-the-art facility dedicated to advancing care, research,
and education for individuals with autism spectrum disorder and
related conditions. Designed to support interdisciplinary
collaboration and innovative service delivery, the Center provides
a modern, patient-centered environment equipped with cutting-edge
clinical spaces, technology, and resources. This setting empowers
our teams to deliver high-quality, evidence-based care while
fostering professional growth and collaboration. For additional
information about the College of Health Sciences and the Thompson
Center, please visit the following websites: https://healthsciences.missouri.edu/ and http://thompsoncenter.missouri.edu .

The University of Missouri ( http://www.missouri.edu/ ) is the first public
university west of the Mississippi River, is a major land-grant
institution, and is Missouri's largest public research university.
The University of Missouri is located in Columbia, a progressive
community with a population of $100,000+ residents consistently
rated as one of the most desirable places to live in the United
States. Located halfway between St. Louis and Kansas City and 30
miles from the state capital in Jefferson City, the city boasts a
range of cultural and recreational opportunities, affordable
housing, a moderate cost of living, and excellent schools. For more
information about Columbia, see http://www.visitcolumbiamo.com/ .

Position Overview

This postdoctoral training experience will include clinical
activities focused on children with a range of neurodevelopmental
disorders. Clinical activities will include participation in
psychological and interdisciplinary evaluations and some
intervention with children presenting with a wide array of
difficulties, with the majority of clinical work focused on autism
spectrum disorders. The fellow may also have opportunities for
leading multi-disciplinary evaluations and supervision of less
experienced clinicians (e.g., practicum students). The fellow will
also have the opportunity to obtain research reliability on the
Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule-Second Edition
(ADOS-2).

Qualifications

The minimum qualification for this position is a doctoral degree in
clinical psychology or related degree from an APA-accredited
doctoral program prior to position appointment.

Candidates will be evaluated on experience with:

• children with autism spectrum disorders
• psychological testing
• Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule-Second Edition (ADOS-2)

and/or the Autism Diagnostic Interview-Revised (ADI-R)

Anticipated Hiring Range

Salary will be commensurate with the qualifications and experience
of the applicant.

The anticipated salary range for this positions is $58,000 -
$62,000.

Application Materials

How to Apply

Please submit your application online through the University of
Missouri website at: https://hr.missouri.edu/job-openings (
search for Job Opening 61397 ). Your application should
include:

1. Curriculum vitae

2. Letter of Interest

3. Graduate Transcripts (unofficial)

4. Three letters of reference/recommendation

5. Clinical work sample

Application Deadline

Deadline to Apply: April 1, 2027

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until
the position is filled.

For questions about the position, please contact the Chair of the
Search Committee, Dr. Kerri Nowell: nowellk@health.missouri.edu .

Sponsorship Information

Employment visa sponsorship is not available for this
position.

Other Information

At the Mizzou College of Health Sciences https://healthsciences.missouri.edu/about/ , we work
every day to improve the health and well-being of individuals and
communities.

As the home of the most popular major on campus, we teach Mizzou
students who care about health and are dedicated to serving others.
In addition to learning in the classroom, our students spend more
than 80,150 hours helping patients every year.

Our faculty are driven to solve real-world problems. They lead the
way by conducting research that has power and purpose. From
expanding the use of technology in health care to improving mental
health and learning in schools, we are discovering ways to make
life better for everyone.

Through clinics and community outreach programs, we provide vital
services to members of our community and training for our students.
We are proud to serve Missourians today while preparing the
workforce of tomorrow.

Community Information

Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features and
a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests.
Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its
location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses and
travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbia
is right in the middle of the state and the nation. Just a couple
hours’ drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone
County’s largest population center offering big-city culture,
activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia is
home to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts
more than a dozen festivals each year. If you want to grow your
career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire,
Columbia is a good place to be!

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your
total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits
package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement,
and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For
additional information on University benefits, please visit the
Faculty & Staff Benefits website at
https://www.umsystem.edu/departments-staff/human-resources/benefits-retirement

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an
Equal Opportunity Employer.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of
Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.

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