Neuropsychologist Academic Rank DOQ

University of Nebraska Medical Center; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Neurological Sciences (DONS) at University of Nebraska Medical Center is recruiting a full-time adult/geriatric-focused clinical neuropsychologist with a faculty appointment commensurate with qualifications. The role emphasizes clinical evaluations for memory and movement disorders, stroke, epilepsy, and complex histories.

Responsibilities include teaching, supervision of trainees, and potential interdisciplinary research, with opportunities for sub-specialization and program

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree from APA/CPA-accredited program.
• APA/CPA-accredited internship.
• Two-year Neuropsychology post-doctoral fellowship.
• Nebraska license or license-eligible.
• Board certification or eligibility in Clinical Neuropsychology (ABPP) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct neuropsychological evaluations of adult and geriatric patients with memory and movement disorders, stroke, epilepsy, and complex medical/psychiatric histories.
• Contribute to teaching and supervision of neuropsychology trainees and medical residents/fellows.
• Develop clinical programs and sub-specializations as aligned with interests and expertise.
• Collaborate within the DONS Neuropsychology Division and participate in interdisciplinary research opportunities as desired.

Skills

Nebraska license or eligible

ABPP board-certified/board-eligible

Education

Doctoral degree in Neuropsychology (APA/CPA accredited)

APA/CPA-accredited internship

Two-year Neuropsychology post-doctoral fellowship

Job description

UNMC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, including an equal opportunity employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Location

Omaha, NE

Requisition Number

2026 - 207

Department

Neurological Sciences 50001975

Business Unit(College/Institute)

College of Medicine

FTE

100

Reg-Temp

Full-Time Regular

Work Schedule

As directed by Division Chief

Requisition Category

Faculty

Requisition Title

Neuropsychologist Academic Rank DOQ

Job Title/Academic Rank

Neuropsychologist Academic Rank DOQ

Appointment Type

DOQ - DEPENDS ON QUALS

Salary Range

Salary Commensurate with Experience

Job/EEO Category

Faculty

Job Requisition Begin Date

11/06/2026

Position Qualification

Position Summary

The Department of Neurological Sciences ( DONS ) at the University of Nebraska Medical Center ( UNMC ) is recruiting a full-time adult/geriatric-focused clinical neuropsychologist. The position includes a faculty appointment within the Department with rank commensurate with qualifications and experience. This primarily clinical position will involve neuropsychological evaluations of adult and geriatric patients with memory and movement disorders, multiple sclerosis, stroke, epilepsy, head injury, and complex medical / psychiatric histories.

Opportunities for clinical program development and sub-specialization exist, depending on the neuropsychologist’s interests and areas of expertise. The neuropsychologist will additionally contribute to the UNMC academic mission through teaching and supervision of neuropsychology trainees and medical residents/fellows, and if desired, through involvement in interdisciplinary research opportunities offered within the Department.

The neuropsychologist will join a collaborative team in the DONS Neuropsychology Division comprised of five adult/geriatric neuropsychologists, two neuropsychology fellows, and five psychometrists.

Qualifications for the position

Qualifications for the position include a doctoral degree from an APA / CPA -accredited program, completion of an APA / CPA -accredited internship program, and completion of a two-year Neuropsychology post-doctoral fellowship. Applicants must be licensed in Nebraska or license-eligible. Preference will be given to candidates who are board-certified or board-eligible in Clinical Neuropsychology through ABPP .

UNMC is the most comprehensive academic medical institution in the area. As Nebraska’s only public academic health sciences center, UNMC is committed to the education of a 21st century health care work force, to finding cures and treatments for devastating diseases, to providing the best care for patients, and to serving our state and its communities through award-winning outreach. Omaha is currently the 40th largest city in the United States, and the broader metropolitan area is home to over 1 million residents who welcome visitors and new residents with authentic Midwestern hospitality. It is a great place to raise a family, and the cost of housing and utilities is lower than the national average. The city is home to the NCAA Men’s College World Series, the world-renowned Henry Doorly Zoo, and the newly developed RiverFront park centralized gathering place along the Missouri River shore.

Working Environment & Physical Requirements

WORKING ENVIRONMENT The information provided below best describes the Environment in which the primary function of the position is performed. Check the appropriate box(es) that best describes the Environment in which the primary function of the position is performed. Office environment Other working environment NA

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT

Bending, stooping, twisting Occasionally

Crawling Not Applicable

Driving

Driving Not Applicable

Kneeling

Kneeling Not Applicable

Reaching

Reaching Occasionally

Sitting Over 5 hours

Standing

Standing 2-5 hours

Squatting Occasionally

Walking

Walking Up to 2 hours

EXPOSURES

Atmospheric

Atmospheric No

Blood/body fluids

Blood/body fluids No

Chemical hazards

Chemical hazards No

Working on or around moving machinery

Working on or around moving machinery No

Electrical current

Electrical current No

Noise No

Changes of temperature/humidity

Changes of temperature/humidity No

Wear PPE

Wear PPE Yes

Work with laboratory animals

Work with laboratory animals No

Radiation

Operating hand/power tools

Operating hand/power tools No

If you answered yes to any area above, please explain

Exposure to patients/patient contact

Hand/Wrists

Fine Manipulation

Fine Manipulation Both

Repetitive Motion

Repetitive Motion Both

Grasping

Grasping Both

If you selected any area above, please explain

Computer Usage

Addtional

Describe any other aspects and demands of the job not listed in this description.

Required Documents

• C.V.
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

• Other Doc

Requisition Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have an earned doctoral degree in the field(s) identified in this post?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you board certified or board eligible?
  • Yes
  • No
• * How did you hear about this position?
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  • HERC
  • Indeed
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  • Lincoln Journal Star
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  • Omaha World Herald
  • UNMC Job Site
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• * If Other, please specify the source. Otherwise, indicate NA.

  (Open Ended Question)

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