Assistant or Associate Professor Psychologist or Neuropsychologist

University of Minnesota; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 116,000 - 171,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Tuition benefit program

Paid holidays and generous time off

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

The University of Minnesota seeks a psychologist or neuropsychologist to join the Autism and Neurodevelopment Clinic. This Assistant/Associate Professor- track appointment focuses on diagnostic evaluations with clinical service emphasis and potential for research within MIDB.

Collaboration with the Department of Pediatrics and other colleges supports early risk research, medical/behavioral co‑morbidity work, and education planning.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or Psy.D. in clinical psychology, school psychology, or counseling psychology from APA/CPA program with internship and ≥1 year post-doctoral pediatric psychology/neuropsychology training.
• Licensed or ability to obtain Minnesota license; meet credentialing thresholds.
• Willingness to train in ADOS/ADI-R reliability; strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychological and neuropsychological evaluations for children and adults with suspected or diagnosed autism.
• Communicate findings to families, schools, and providers; offer treatment / educational planning recommendations.
• Supervise trainees; participate in team conferences and consultative services on and off site.
• Contribute to outreach activities and didactic experiences; collaborate within MIDB.

Skills

Diagnostic skills

Oral and written communication

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Independence

Education

Ph.D. or Psy.D. in clinical psychology, school psychology, or counseling psychology

Job description

Job Details

• Job ID: 375567
• Location: Twin Cities
• Job Family: Academic
• Full/Part Time: Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Regular
• Job Code: 9403
• Employee Class: Instr Fac/TC and Coord Cmp

About the Job

The University of Minnesota is seeking a psychologist or neuropsychologist to join our expanding interdisciplinary team specializing in autism and other neurodevelopmental disorders.

The Department of Pediatrics at the University of Minnesota is seeking a psychologist or neuropsychologist at the Assistant or Associate Professor rank on a clinician or academic track. The University of Minnesota has an established autism clinic and research program and is committed to delivering high-quality services that inform and are informed by research. We partner with other departments and colleges within the University on research related to early risk, medical and behavioral co-morbidities, transition services, and understanding autism prevalence.

This position involves an appointment in the Autism and Neurodevelopment Clinic. The majority of effort will be dedicated to clinical services, with the opportunity to contribute to or develop research. Clinical services within the Autism and Neurodevelopment Clinic primarily focus on diagnostic evaluations. The position is part of the University of Minnesota's center for clinical research on brain development, the Masonic Institute on the Developing Brain (MIDB). MIDB brings together researchers, clinicians and educators, as well as policy and public health experts with the goal of addressing early and adolescent brain health to improve their collective impact and increase the speed of discovery.

Position Highlights

• Provide psychological and neuropsychological evaluation of children and adults with suspected or previously diagnosed autism.
• Provide supportive communication with family members, school and other providers involved in the child's care. Position entails performing in-depth evaluations, written and oral feedback to families, related providers, and schools regarding test results and recommendations for treatment and educational planning.
• Potential opportunities for treatment groups
• Provide supervision of trainees
• Participate in team conferences and provide consultative services on and off site.
• Collaboratively work as a positive, constructive team member.
• Additional job activities include conducting various outreach activities for the medical professional community and participating in seminars and various other didactic experiences.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Ph.D. or a Psy.D. in clinical psychology, school psychology, or counseling psychology from an APA and/or CPA accredited program, internship training, and minimum 1-year post-doctoral training in pediatric psychology or neuropsychology is required.
• Licensed or ability to acquire clinical license and in the State of Minnesota and meet threshold criteria/qualifications for credentialing and privileges.
• Strong diagnostic skills required. Must be willing to train to reliability on the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS) and Autism Diagnostic Interview-Revised (ADI-R).
• Excellent organizational skills, good oral and written communication skills and computer proficiency are required.
• Work independently and as a member of a team.
• Ability to work in the United States.

Preferred Qualifications

• Research-level training and reliability on diagnostic measures for autism, including ADOS and Autism Diagnostic Interview-Revised (ADI-R).
• Experience working with complex patients with autism (profound autism, autism with co-occurring medical or mental health conditions) and very young patients (under age 3)

About the Department

The Department of Pediatrics at the University of Minnesota is comprised of seventeen subspecialty divisions and over 400 faculty. The Department of Pediatrics mission is to be responsible to the children and adolescents of Minnesota, our region and globally, to advance pediatric healthcare access, outcomes and discovery through:

• State-of-the-art, family-centered healthcare;
• Cutting-edge research that advances knowledge and care;
• Education of the next generation of pediatric physicians, health professionals and researchers; and
• Evidence-informed advocacy for systems change

The Division of Clinical Behavioral Neuroscience is housed in the Department of Pediatrics in the University of Minnesota Medical School. The division is comprised of psychologists, physicians, and faculty researchers who focus their work on neurodevelopmental needs of children and families. All division faculty contribute to the missions of research, education and service, which often includes collaboration across the Department of Pediatrics, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, and other areas of the University. With a broad commitment to Clinical Behavioral Neuroscience, we work to advance understanding neurobehavioral function in developing children, adolescents and young adults.

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: $115,600 - $170,800 depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 100% Appointment

Position Type: Faculty and P&A Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

While our salary ranges provide a framework, it is important to note that most of the time, the initial pay may not reach the maximum of the range. This approach ensures that compensation reflects the value and unique contributions of each candidate while maintaining equity within our organization. As part of our commitment to fair and equitable compensation, please be aware that the salary offered to incoming candidates will be based on their individual credentials and experience.

Diversity

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Employment Requirements

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

About University of Minnesota

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by Forbes as a Best Employer for Company Culture (2026), Best Employer for Women (2023, 2025, 2026), and Best Employer by State (2022-2026). In 2026, we also received Culture Excellence & Industry Awards recognition for employee appreciation and work-life flexibility.