Neuropsychology Clinical Fellow

About the role

The St. Jude Children's Research Hospital (SJCRH), Department of Psychology and Biobehavioral Sciences, is seeking a 2-year, full-time combined clinical and research pediatric neuropsychology fellowship. The fellowship aligns with INS-Division 40, Houston Conference, and ABPP preparation guidelines.

Clinical Activities

• Neuropsychological assessment (in- and outpatient)
• Consultation and intervention in pediatric oncology, sickle cell, and other hematologic diseases
• Rotation in pediatric neurodevelopmental problems, genetic disorders, acquired/traumatic brain injuries, and epilepsy
• Opportunities for rounds in psychology, hematology, oncology, and neuroradiology
• Multidisciplinary seminars and observation of biomedical, neuroimaging, and neurosurgical procedures
• Training in adult and geriatric neuropsychology

Research Activities

• Research focuses on neurocognitive effects and cognitive remediation of childhood cancer and sickle cell disease
• Examination of neurocognition, neuroimaging, and genetics
• Discovering mechanisms of brain damage and cognitive rehabilitation
• Evaluating the efficacy of pharmacological and behavioral interventions

Department

The Department of Psychology and Biobehavioral Sciences includes 20 faculty psychologists (7 neuropsychologists), 2-6 pediatric psychology fellows, 3 neuropsychology fellows, 13 clinical research associates, and 6 psychological examiners. Additional research initiatives include psychosocial and complementary interventions for distress reduction, coping, and adaptive style, and health promotion in children with cancer, sickle cell disease, and HIV. Details of research are available online at: www.stjude.org/sci-rpt.

Stipend/Benefits

• Highest competitive stipend
• 3 weeks of paid vacation, 8 holidays
• A generous professional development account
• Relocation assistance
• Paid leave to attend conferences
• A free on-campus gym
• An on-campus medical clinic and pharmacy for employees
• Medical/dental/vision coverage

Application Process

To apply, please email a statement of interest, curriculum vitae, 2 sample neuropsychological reports, 3 letters of recommendation, and graduate transcripts to brian.potter@stjude.org. SJCRH participates in the APPCN Resident Matching Program. Details can be found at http://www.appcn.org. SJCRH is an equal-opportunity employer. No search firms.