Research Psychologist - The Program in Advanced Imaging Research (PAIR)

Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia•Philadelphia, PA

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About The Position

The Research Psychologist is a doctoral level psychologist who serves primarily in a research capacity. This position is open to licensed psychologists, as some of the duties involve clinical activities that occur in the context of research. Duties may include: works under the mentorship of an established principal investigator to conduct research; develops own research with the guidance of the principal investigator; assists in the preparation of scientific publications and research grant proposals; collaborates and interacts with other researchers within the institution and at other institutions; serves as resource person for colleagues and as a mentor for less experienced personnel; may manage/supervise other research staff. Once licensed psychologists are credentialed by Medical Staff Affairs and have privileges to practice, additional duties may include: delivery of psychological interventions or administration of psychological assessments within research protocols; clinical supervision of personnel involved in clinical research activities; consultation to community providers who are engaged in clinical research activities. Additionally, research psychologists may provide psychological services to patients and families within the Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences (if applicable to role). Credentialed psychologists will be required to complete ongoing professional practice evaluations (OPPE). About the Program The Program in Advanced Imaging Research (PAIR) seeks a licensed psychologist or Pennsylvania license eligible psychologist to join our team. PAIR conducts neuroimaging studies for young children through adults, with the aim of characterizing brain development across the lifespan. We use magnetoencephalography (MEG) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) technologies to understand neural processes in neurotypical development and in those with neurodevelopmental disorders (e.g., autism spectrum disorder) or elevated likelihood of developmental delays (e.g., in-utero exposure to substances). Studies include individuals with a wide range of cognitive ability, language abilities, and level of supports needed in everyday life. We seek a psychologist with expertise in neurodevelopmental disorders, particularly autism-spectrum disorder (ASD). The primary focus of this position is conducting developmental, cognitive, and diagnostic evaluations for phenotypic characterization of children participating in research studies. Families participating in our studies receive evaluation results and recommendations to support their child’sfunctioning at home and in the community through verbal feedback and/or written reports. · Proficiency with autism diagnostic evaluation tools, such as the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS-2), is required; ADOS-2 research reliability is a plus. · Experience with developmental evaluation of infants and preschoolers is preferred · Experience evaluating school-age children with intellectual disabilities and high supports needs is also preferred. · Individuals with experience in providing behavioral intervention/supports to children on the autism-spectrum are also encouraged to apply, as this role could optionally include provision of neuroimaging scan supports to children and families using our inclusive neuroimaging (‘INSPIRE’) protocol, as well as opportunities to contribute to implementation and dissemination research in this domain. The psychologist will work as part of a highly multidisciplinary team that includes psychologists, psychometrists, neuroscientists, imaging scientists, radiology technologists, and research assistants/research coordinators. Opportunities for training and clinical supervision of research staff and psychology trainees engaged in clinical research activities are also available. This position is in the Department of Radiology but includes linkages to the Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, including requirement for Medical Staff Affairs credentialing and privileges to practice, as well as ongoing professional practice evaluations (OPPE).

Requirements

Doctorate Psychology Required
Excellent interpersonal skills (Required proficiency)
Skill in exercising initiative, judgment, problem solving, decision-making. (Required proficiency)
Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally. (Required proficiency)
Ability to communicate clearly. (Required proficiency)
Ability to accept feedback and incorporate into professional growth and own performance improvement. (Required proficiency)
Maintains strictest confidentiality. (Required proficiency)
Licensed Psychologist (Pennsylvania) - PA State Licensing Board - within 6 months - Required
Proficiency with autism diagnostic evaluation tools, such as the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS-2), is required

Nice To Haves

ADOS-2 research reliability is a plus.
Experience with developmental evaluation of infants and preschoolers is preferred
Experience evaluating school-age children with intellectual disabilities and high supports needs is also preferred.
Individuals with experience in providing behavioral intervention/supports to children on the autism-spectrum are also encouraged to apply, as this role could optionally include provision of neuroimaging scan supports to children and families using our inclusive neuroimaging (‘INSPIRE’) protocol, as well as opportunities to contribute to implementation and dissemination research in this domain.

Responsibilities

Conducts research of significant scientific value relevant to their practice specialty.
Participates in the design, planning and conduct of psychological research.
Collaborates on data analysis and dissemination of findings.
Composes/assists in developing publications for peer reviewed, scientific journals.
Assists with the submission of applications for grants/contracts for funding of research projects.
Responsible for appropriate use of research funds.
May participate in educational programs and teaching assignments.
Delivers interventions or conducts psychological assessments as part of research.
Assists in training and supervising internal staff and community-based clinicians who are delivering assessments or interventions as part of research.
Represents self in the Hospital (e.g., title on ID badge) as a psychologist .
Collaborate with DCAPBS and other Department/Division colleagues to on clinical research
Participates in DCAPBS and CHOP committees in membership and/or leadership capacity
Attends and participates in department/division/institution meetings appropriate for or required by role.
Participates in education and training within the department’s training programs. This may include providing clinical supervision, lectures, and facilitated learning experiences
Establishes themselves as providing high-quality educational experiences for department trainees
Contributes to interprofessional training activities and experiences
Participates in activities of the training faculty
Engages in Professional Activities
Membership in national professional organizations, for example, American Psychological Association (APA)
Active in multiple DCAPBS, CHOP, regional, and national activities
Participates in the dissemination of psychological science and/or clinical care at a local, regional or national level