Description

2 Positions: These postdoctoral residency positions are within the Division of Psychology in the Institute on Development and Disability (IDD), Department of Pediatrics, Oregon Health & Science University, Portland, OR. They are 1-year positions, with the option of extending for a second year (pending funding and satisfactory performance). These positions emphasize consultation and treatment activities in outpatient pediatric settings. Some limited opportunities for inpatient consultation-liaison activities also exist.   

Clinical Training: These positions are primarily clinical in nature and emphasize training in integrated primary care and behavioral pediatrics. Clinical care will be delivered via a blend of in-person/face-to-face care and telehealth.

Integrated Primary Care: Approximately 40-60% of the resident’s clinical time will involve integrated behavioral health care in general pediatrics primary care clinics. Specifically, residents will provide direct consultation to patients during well-child and standard medical visits, as well as primary intervention for specific presenting concerns or stabilization support while patients seek specialty mental health care. Limited comprehensive psychological assessments may also occur. Residents may also contribute to program development and the training of medical residents, psychology interns, and practicum students.

Behavioral Pediatrics: Approximately 40-60% of the clinical time will be devoted to providing services to children with issues falling under the purview of behavioral pediatrics. Behavioral pediatrics blends behavioral and pediatric sciences to promote health and well-being of children, addressing what is often called the “well-child gap”. The IDD Behavioral Pediatrics Treatment Program emphasizes care to children with toileting issues (e.g., soiling, bedwetting, delayed toilet training), tic and habit disorders (e.g., Tourette's, trichotillomania, body focused repetitive behaviors), common child rearing challenges in young children (e.g., tantrums, bedtime resistance and sleep problems) and adherence challenges in young children (e.g., CPAP non-adherence, difficulty completing required medical examinations).

Research Opportunities: While these are primarily clinical positions, multiple opportunities exist to engage in scholarly activity. Examples include contributing to existing or new research as part of our Integrated Behavioral Health & Behavioral Pediatrics teams (evaluation of integrated behavioral health care services, dissemination of behavioral health care via technology, study of strategies for common child rearing challenges), co-authoring chapters, systematic reviews, or meta-analyses on topics of interest related to the focus of this residency, and completing mentored reviews of manuscripts submitted for possible publication. Previous residents with academic interests typically co-author one or more manuscripts submitted for publication per year.

Additional Training Activities: A multitude of professional development and learning opportunities are available to residents, including psychology-specific training activities (e.g., didactic seminar, journal club, research in progress meeting), pediatric grand rounds, and rich individual and group supervision, to highlight just a few. 

Setting: Oregon Health & Science University is Oregon’s only academic medical university, consisting of multiple academic and health care units and institutes. The Institute on Development and Disability, which houses the Division of Psychology, is dedicated to advancing knowledge of human development across the life span and includes clinical services, public health and outreach, educational programs, and research; psychologists within the Institute provide care across the full spectrum of pediatric services from primary care through inpatient (medical) consultation as well as patient populations (well patients through those with chronic medical and developmental conditions). Pediatric clinical care occurs at Doernbecher Children’s Hospital, which provides excellence in inpatient and ambulatory care. The Division of Pediatric Psychology consists of 27 faculty involved in clinical care, research, and training across a variety of domains related to youth with special health care needs. The division typically hosts 5 doctoral interns, 6-8 postdoctoral residents, and 15-20+ practicum students annually.

Requirements

Qualifications: Applicants must have: (a) completed their training from an APA-accredited doctoral program prior to the start date; (b) completed an APA-accredited doctoral internship; and (c) demonstrated strong potential for a career in psychology with an emphasis on integrated behavioral health care, behavioral pediatrics, and/or pediatric psychology. Those with extensive background in behavioral and family-based interventions, child development, and medical/hospital setting-based experiences are likely to be most appropriate for consideration. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are a must.

Additional Requirements: Note, per Oregon regulation, OHSU requires that all employees, including postdoctoral residents, demonstrate adherence to vaccination requirements. More details, particularly regarding exception processes and criteria, are available upon request.

Salary & Benefits: The anticipated salary for this position is at least $66,932.  Health benefits, paid time off, and paid holidays are included.

All are Welcome: Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally humble workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation, contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu. For additional information about OHSU’s values related to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, please see https://www.ohsu.edu/diversity-equity-inclusion-belonging.

How to Apply: All applications must be submitted via www.ohsujobs.com, and select the “Apply to Jobs” option. Please select “Post Doctoral Jobs” under “Search for Jobs in iCIMS”. Then, find the position description and opportunity to apply by typing in “2025-37179” in the search field. Alternatively, one should be able to access the position posting and application portal here: https://postdoctoral-ohsu.icims.com/jobs/37179/post-doctoral-scholar/job?mode=view&mobile=false&width=1252&height=500&bga=true&needsRedirect=false&jan1offset=-480&jun1offset=-420

Applicants should follow the instructions provided and upload the following documentation: 

1. Letter of interest and goals for the post-doctoral year(s)
2.  Curriculum Vita (include awarded or expected date of doctoral degree)

We will continue to accept applications as long as the positions remain open. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis upon their receipt. Decisions regarding invitations to interview will be ongoing. All interviews will be conducted virtually. Applicants will be notified of offers as soon as decisions are made.