Postdoctoral Fellowship Position (Autism Focus-Clinical)

About the Department/Program

The Department of Health Psychology and the Thompson Center for Autism and Neurodevelopmental Disorders at the University of Missouri-Columbia are dedicated to research and clinical training activities. These activities occur primarily at the Thompson Center, a state-of-the-art facility focusing on research, training, and service innovations to improve the lives of individuals with ASD and other neurodevelopmental disorders. The Thompson Center is a unique collaboration of colleges and schools that brings together experts from various departments across the University of Missouri campus to expand research and services for children affected by neurodevelopmental disorders.

Position Overview

This postdoctoral training experience will include clinical activities focused on children with a range of neurodevelopmental disorders. Clinical activities will include participation in psychological and interdisciplinary evaluations and some intervention with children presenting with a wide array of difficulties, with the majority of clinical work focused on autism spectrum disorders. The fellow may also have opportunities for leading multi-disciplinary evaluations and supervision of less experienced clinicians (e.g., practicum students).

Qualifications

• A doctoral degree in clinical psychology or related degree from an APA-accredited doctoral program
• Experience with:
• Children with autism spectrum disorders
• Psychological testing
• Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule-Second Edition (ADOS-2) and/or the Autism Diagnostic Interview-Revised (ADI-R)

Anticipated Hiring Range

The anticipated salary for this position is $58,656.

Application Materials

• Curriculum Vitae
• Letter of Interest
• Graduate Transcripts (unofficial)
• Three letters of reference/recommendation
• Clinical work sample

Application Deadline

Deadline to Apply: April 1, 2026

Sponsorship Information

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. The University will not sponsor applicants for this position for employment visas.

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.