Post Doc: Neuropsychological Assessment
Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Neuropsychological Assessment of Learning Disabilities and Related Disorders
Columbia University Medical Center is accepting applications for its Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Neuropsychological Assessment of Learning Disabilities and Related Disorders, beginning July 2014.
This is a two-year, full time position based at the Columbia University Medical Center and the Morgan Stanley Children’s Hospital of New York Presbyterian (CHONY). The service is part of the Promise Program at the outpatient Pediatric Psychiatry clinic. The Promise Program provides comprehensive neuropsychological assessments to underserved children with learning, attention, and behavior/psychiatric difficulties.
Training focuses on providing thorough and comprehensive neuropsychological assessment of learning and related disorders, with strong training in a developmental model. There will also be opportunities for assessing young children and children with Autism Spectrum Disorders, as well as children with medical/neurological complications. Many patients present with complex comorbid psychiatric histories and fellows collaborate regularly with CHONY mental health professionals. Fellows also obtain training in how to interface and collaborate with school systems, including conducting school observations and attending IEP meetings. Training in educational/legal advocacy is also provided and there is some exposure to treatment issues and research. A percentage of patients are bilingual or Spanish dominant and training in bilingual assessment is offered. Intensive supervision is provided, as well as regular case conferences and didactics. In the second year, fellows also have opportunities for community presentations and lectures, as well as experience in supervising psychology externs. Salary is competitive and benefits are provided. Prior psychological testing and clinical experience with children and families is required and candidates must possess excellent clinical and written communication skills. Candidates who are bilingual (Spanish) are especially encouraged to apply.
Interested applicants should send a CV, three letters of reference, a graduate transcript and two sample neuropsychological reports. Applications should be postmarked by January 15, 2014. Confirmation of completion (or progress toward the doctorate) should be forwarded by the candidate's Program Director. Please contact Dr. Meghan Tomb, 212-342-1600 for further information.
All material should be sent via mail or email to:
Meghan Tomb, Ph.D.
Promise Program
Columbia University Medical Center
635 W. 165th St., Room 636A
New York, NY 10034