Instructor Postdoctoral Fellowship - Pediatric Psychology - Hematology/Oncology/Bone Marrow Transplantation - Children’s Wisconsin

About the role

The Department of Pediatrics, Division of Pediatric Psychology and Developmental Medicine at the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) and Children’s Wisconsin (CW), seeks a one or two-year Instructor (Postdoctoral Fellowship) position, with a focus on Hematology/Oncology/Bone Marrow Transplantation. We are comprised of nationally and internationally renowned, dedicated group of faculty and staff with a strong commitment to clinical care.

Primary Functions

• Assist in collection, scoring and compilation of research data, development of research reports and dissemination of results for psychosocial studies in hematology/oncology/transplant.
• Under supervision, provide consultation, assessment and intervention with children and families.
• Function as member of a multidisciplinary health team, attend meetings, collaborate with other members and staff.
• Complete a scholarly project in line with the fellow’s career goals.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum Required Education: PhD or PsyD
• Minimum Required Experience: Completion of an internship
• Preferred Education: Applicants should have a PhD or PsyD from an APA-approved program in clinical or counseling psychology.
• Preferred Experience: Internship should be APA-approved with emphasis on child clinical or pediatric psychology, and experience working with pediatric populations.

Department/Division Highlights

The Instructor will provide extensive supervised clinical experience with pediatric hematology, oncology and BMT patients and their families, including: psychological assessment and psychotherapy, AYA, pre-BMT readiness evaluations, neurocognitive assessment for late effects of cancer treatment and to screen for neurocognitive functioning in the sickle cell population, and consultation/liaison with staff, schools, and community agencies. The fellow also participates in several multidisciplinary clinics, including leukemia, sickle cell disease, transition off of therapy, and survivorship clinics. The fellow provides continuity of care to patients across inpatient and outpatient settings and collaborates closely within the broader multidisciplinary team. Opportunities for supervision of practicum students and teaching of medical residents are also available. In addition to clinical care, fellows selecting the 2-year track will assist in program development and coordination of research focused on the psychosocial functioning of children, adolescents, and young adults with cancer and other blood disorders. The fellow will also participate in Children’s Oncology Group protocols and other behavioral health research projects.

Why MCW?

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Protected Academic time.
• Access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Rcompetitive 403(b) retirement plan with an 8% employer contribution.
• Generous CME allowance to cover societal dues, travel, and conferences.
• As a qualifying non-profit, employment with the Medical College of Wisconsin may make you eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
• Robust benefits package, including health, dental, life insurance, disability coverage, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement program, generous paid time off, and more!

Procedure for Candidacy

To submit your application, please click on “Apply Now.” You will create a candidate profile, and you will be prompted to upload your CV and your cover letter, describing your interest and qualifications. References will be required at an appropriate time in the process. All interactions will remain confidential, and no inquiries will be made without the consent of the applicant. Application review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.