Pediatric Neuropsychologist

Northwestern University; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 127,000 - 171,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern University is seeking a full-time Clinician-Educator in pediatric neuropsychology. The role involves conducting evaluations, teaching, and engaging in research within a multidisciplinary department at a leading children's hospital. The position offers competitive salary and is open until filled.

Qualifications

• PhD in Clinical Psychology with APA-approved internship.
• Fellowship in pediatric neuropsychology required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct neuropsychological evaluations for children and adolescents.
• Teach in multidisciplinary child health training programs.
• Engage in research activities.

Skills

Fluency in Spanish

Education

PhD in Clinical Psychology

Completion of APA-approved internship

Fellowship in Pediatric Neuropsychology

Job description

Job ID

49595

Location

Chicago, Illinois

Position Overview

The Department of Psychiatry at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine and the Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago are seeking a full-time non-tenure-eligible Clinician-Educator at the rank of Instructor, Assistant Professor, or Associate Professor.

This position is intended for a pediatric neuropsychologist to join a multidisciplinary child and adolescent psychiatry department within a nationally ranked, freestanding children's hospital located on the medical school campus.

Responsibilities

1. Conduct screenings, consultations, and evidence-based neuropsychological evaluations for children and adolescents with medical, psychiatric, and neurodevelopmental disorders.
2. Teach in multidisciplinary child health and mental health training programs.
3. Engage in research or scholarly activities, with an expected distribution of 80% clinical work and 20% research, negotiable based on grant activity and funding.

Qualifications

• PhD in a clinical psychology program with completion of an APA-approved internship in clinical child or pediatric psychology.
• Fellowship in pediatric neuropsychology and board certification or eligibility.
• Experience with other medical populations is desirable.
• Fluency in Spanish is required.

Additional Details

Rank and salary are commensurate with qualifications and experience. This is a full-time position with an immediate start after licensure in Illinois. The start date is negotiable; the position remains open until filled. The base pay range is $127,500 - $170,422.

Application Process

Applications are submitted online through Northwestern University. Please send questions to Stephanie Powell, PhD, at the contact details provided. Applicants should upload a completed list of references and prepare all documents as PDFs before submission. Incomplete applications cannot be saved.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For accommodations during the application process, contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Compliance.