Post-Doctoral Scholar - Sports Medicine

Ohio State University; North Carolina; On-site; USD 57,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University’s SPAWS program, housed with the Wexner Medical Center, invites applications for a Post-Doctoral Scholar in Sports Medicine. This 12-month fellowship is designed for a clinical or counseling psychology graduate to specialize in sport psychology within college athletics and work under supervision.

The role integrates into SPAWS operations, delivering therapy and consultation to student-athletes, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, and supporting education,

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or other terminal degree in clinical or counseling psychology.
• Training and experience working with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Proficiency in individual therapy and ability to work with interdisciplinary professionals.

Responsibilities

• Integrate into SPAWS operations, providing services under supervision.
• Contribute to education, screening, and performance initiatives within college athletics.

Skills

Individual therapy

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Doctoral degree in clinical/counseling psychology (APA-accredited)

Job description

Job Title:

Post-Doctoral Scholar - Sports Medicine

Department:

Medicine | Sports Medicine Research Institute

SPAWS supports OSU student-athletes through comprehensive mental health and performance services delivered by a collaborative team of professionals specializing in athletic culture and student-athlete wellbeing. We provide timely, effective education , intervention , and evaluation services integrated within the athletic department to decrease mental health stigma, expand access to care, and foster positive systemic change. Through innovative excellence in clinical care, research and screening, programing, training, and performance, we strengthen both the wellbeing and competitive success of Ohio State student-athletes.

Housed through the Wexner Medical Center Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health and the Ohio State Jameson Crane Sports Medicine Institute, SPAWS works exclusively with Ohio State Athletics and collaborates with sports medicine. The Ohio State University Athletic Department is home to nearly 1,000 diverse student-athletes and 36 Varsity sports.

The postdoctoral fellowship position is intended for a clinical or counseling psychology graduate to pursue training in the specialty area of sport psychology within college athletics. This position will be expected to fully integrate into the general operations of SPAWS, providing a variety of services under appropriate supervision. This a 12 month position with a flexible start date based on internship completion. The stipend is $63,480 (paid monthly), including generous benefits ( https://hr.osu.edu/benefits/ ).

Required Qualifications:

A completed Ph.D. or other appropriate terminal degree (such as an Ed.D. or PsyD ) in a relevant discipline.. The applicant must have verifiable training and experience working with individuals from diverse backgrounds, proficiency in individual therapy, and an ability to work collaboratively with interdisciplinary professionals.

All requirements for a doctoral degree in clinical or counseling psychology from an APA accredited program must be met and verified by the start date of the fellowship, including the successful completion of internship and dissertation.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience working with student-athletes and completed academic work in the specialty area of sport psychology.

Location:

St John Arena (0076)

Position Type:

Term (Fixed Term)

Scheduled Hours:

40

Shift:

First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.