The University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC) Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation is seeking three pediatric neuropsychology candidates for full-time faculty positions to join our neuropsychology division within our growing department.
The Pediatric Neuropsychology Program, within Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine, is a growing service that provides outpatient neuropsychological services to children and adolescents with a variety of complex medical, neurological, and neurodevelopmental concerns. Referral populations include but are not limited to children and adolescents with traumatic brain injury, stroke, cerebral palsy, seizures/epilepsy surgery candidates, genetic disorders, spina bifida, and brain tumors. Neuropsychologists work closely with other departments, including strong collaborations and engagement with behavioral health, to provide clinical care including comprehensive neuropsychological assessment and feedback to children, families, and referral sources. Experience with WADA testing is appreciated. Candidates are encouraged to develop specialty referral streams based on areas of interest. Additionally, we are seeking pediatric neuropsychologists with specific training and interest in inpatient rehabilitation services.
Opportunities also exist for working with pre- and post-doctoral level trainees from local area programs. Candidates interested in helping to develop and expand training programs are strongly encouraged to apply. We are seeking applicants with vision and drive to help us grow by providing excellent clinical service and developing rigorous training opportunities. Applicants interested in research are also strongly encouraged to apply.
The successful candidates must have a doctoral degree in clinical psychology from an APA/CPA accredited program with an APA/CPA accredited pre-doctoral internship, and have completed a formal two-year post-doctoral fellowship or equivalent in neuropsychology. Applicants should be licensed or license eligible in the state of Pennsylvania. Qualified candidates will also be board certified or eligible for board certification. The positions are well supported by superb staff and facilities at our top-ten Children