Clinical Psychology Research Position

The Department of Psychology at the University of Maryland, College Park is currently recruiting a full-time research assistant (Faculty Specialist) position to start May 2024 (start date is flexible). This position is part of a NIMH-funded program focused on understanding paranoid ideation in psychotic disorders (led by Dr. Jack Blanchard and Dr. Alex Shackman). This research incorporates clinical interviews, behavioral assessments, ecological momentary assessment, sleep actigraphy and structural and functional brain imaging (fMRI).

Information about the lab can be found at BlanchardLab.org.

This position is renewable annually based on performance and funding -- availability for two years is strongly preferred.

The ideal candidate will have a BA/BS or Master’s degree in Psychology, Clinical Psychology, or Counseling.

Prior Clinical Psychology or psychiatry-related research experience is required. Clinical assessment experience with seriously mentally ill adults including use of structured interview measures for assessing diagnoses and symptoms is preferred.

• Responsibilities will include recruitment of potential research participants, conducting clinical interviews, administering standardized assessments, assisting participants in the fMRI scanner, data management, managing IRB and NIH-related documentation and reporting requirements, and participating in other research related activities.
• Although this hire is through the University of Maryland, College Park, the position will include recruitment responsibilities at research sites in College Park, Bethesda/Silver Spring, and on occasion at the School of Medicine in Baltimore (reliable transportation is required).
• Because of the fMRI used in this study any applicant is required to pass an MRI-metal safety screen to ensure that they can safely work within an fMRI environment.
• Salary is competitive and the position includes full faculty/staff benefits.

Best consideration will be given to applications received by April 12.

Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. The University of Maryland is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer with a commitment to racial, cultural, and gender diversity. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,000.00 - $54,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Data Collection: 1 year (Preferred)
• Clinical research: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• College Park, MD: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Multiple locations