Postdoctoral Fellow- MPS

About the role

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow to support studies of pediatric eating disorders and military child weight-based stigma at the Medical & Clinical Psychology (MPS) Department of the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USU) in Bethesda, MD.

Responsibilities

• Assist in designing, developing, executing, and implementing scientific research, to include overseeing participant recruitment, retention, and data collection.
• Contribute to the development of study protocols, regulatory submissions, and research documentation as needed.
• Oversee and manage study staff (research coordinators, graduate students, volunteers), including providing day-to-day supervision, training, workflow oversight, and guidance to ensure successful study implementation and compliance with research protocols.
• Career development for an independent research program.
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisors.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree. Preferably a PhD or PsyD in clinical psychology.
• Minimum of 0-5 years' experience required.
• Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities:
• A doctoral-level degree in a field relevant to psychology; preferably a PhD or PsyD in clinical psychology from APA-accredited graduate and internship programs obtained by the start date for the position.
• Demonstrated success in publishing research in peer-reviewed journals aligned with the position description.
• Demonstrated excellence in oral and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate scientific concepts, provide constructive feedback, and mentor research staff.
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal, leadership, and team-building skills, with the ability to supervise, support, and foster the professional development of research coordinators while working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Attention to detail as well as strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a T1 Public Trust background check.

Physical Capabilities

• Ability to stand or sit at a computer for prolonged periods.

Compensation

The annual salary range for this position is $52,800-$78,000. Actual salary will be determined based on experience, education, etc.

Benefits

HJF offers a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on your health and well-being, from medical, dental, and vision coverage to health savings and retirement plans, and more.

About Us

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine. We serve military, medical, academic and government clients by administering, managing and supporting preeminent scientific programs that benefit members of the armed forces and civilians alike. Since its founding in 1983, HJF has served as a vital link between the military medical community and its federal and private partners. HJF's support and administrative capabilities allow military medical researchers and clinicians to maintain their scientific focus and accomplish their research goals.