Deadline
Dec 18, 2026
Closing in 60 days
Location
N/A
United States
Employment
Temporary
Full time
Reference
N/A
Posted
Sep 23, 2026
Offered salary$62,652/year
About the role
Post Doctoral Scholar
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Posting Details
Posting Details| Job Title | Post Doctoral Scholar |
|---|---|
| Requisition Number | DU15118 |
| Department Name | 7H676:Pediatrics – Psychology |
| Work Location | Lexington, KY |
| Salary Range | $62,652/year |
| Type of Position | Temporary |
| Position Time Status | Full-Time |
| Required Education | PhD or PsyD |
| Required Related Experience | Completion of APA-Accredited Internship |
| Required License/Registration/Certification | None |
| Physical Requirements | Standing or sitting up to 8 hours/day, lifting <30 lbs, may view computer up to 8 hours/day. |
| Shift | Generally Monday – Friday, 8a-5p with some flexibility |
| Job Summary | This position is designed to have 70% clinical time, 15% protected time for scholarly activity/research, and 15% protected time for professional development (e.g., seminars, mentorship, case consultation, etc). The position is one year, with the possibility of adding an additional year, with a start date of either July 1, 2027 or later. There are 3 pediatric psychology post-doctoral positions available for the 2027-2028 academic year, which include: 1. Developmental Pediatrics 2. NICU/NACU 3. Consultation/Liaison Professional development will be housed within the Division of Psychology while scholarly activity/research and clinical time will be focused in each specific position. Applications will be reviewed as received and position may be closed if a candidate is identified. A complete application will include:
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| Skills / Knowledge / Abilities | Evidence-based therapy and assessment with youth and families; foundation in psychological or behavioral health research |
| Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? | No |
| Preferred Education/Experience | Experience in child and adolescent psychology preferred |
| Deadline to Apply | 12/18/2026 |
| Our University Community | We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen. |
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