Postdoctoral Fellowship Position (Autism Focus-Clinical)

The Department of Health Psychology and the Thompson Center for Autism and Neurodevelopmental Disorders at the University of Missouri-Columbia are seeking candidates for a Postdoctoral Fellowship position. The Postdoctoral Fellowship is a one-year position (with the possibility of a 2nd year) with a start date on or around July 1, 2026. This position emphasizes evaluations of children and adolescents for Autism Spectrum Disorder diagnosis. Training may also include experience with youth with neurotrauma and other neurodevelopmental disorders and relevant intervention services. The postdoc will participate in interdisciplinary health care diagnostic teams, supervision within a tiered model, and a wide variety of clinical and didactic opportunities to develop advanced competencies in the specialty area of ASD. This position is funded through the Thompson Center.

About the Department/Program
Research and clinical training activities will occur primarily at the Thompson Center for Autism and Neurodevelopmental Disorders at the University of Missouri. The Thompson Center is a state-of-the-art facility dedicated to research, training, and service innovations to improve the lives of individuals with ASD and other neurodevelopmental disorders. The Thompson Center is a unique collaboration of colleges and schools that brings together experts from numerous departments across the University of Missouri campus to expand research and services for children affected by neurodevelopmental disorders. The Thompson Center integrates research, teaching, and service in one central location. Clinical services provided at the Thompson Center currently include medicine, neuropsychology, pediatric psychology, occupational therapy, speech/language therapy, applied behavioral analysis, psychiatry, and education. The Thompson Center is growing and currently planning for a new, state-of-the art facility along with expanded clinical programming. For additional information about the School of Health Professions and the Thompson Center, please visit the following websites: http://shp.missouri.edu and http://thompsoncenter.missouri.edu.

The University of Missouri (http://www.missouri.edu/) is the first public university west of the Mississippi River, is a major land-grant institution, and is Missouri's largest public research university. The University of Missouri is located in Columbia, a progressive community with a population of $100,000+ residents consistently rated as one of the most desirable places to live in the United States. Located halfway between St. Louis and Kansas City and 30 miles from the state capital in Jefferson City, the city boasts a range of cultural and recreational opportunities, affordable housing, a moderate cost of living, and excellent schools. For more information about Columbia, see http://www.visitcolumbiamo.com/.

Position Overview
This postdoctoral training experience will include clinical activities focused on children with a range of neurodevelopmental disorders. Clinical activities will include participation in psychological and interdisciplinary evaluations and some intervention with children presenting with a wide array of difficulties, with the majority of clinical work focused on autism spectrum disorders. The fellow may also have opportunities for leading multi-disciplinary evaluations and supervision of less experienced clinicians (e.g., practicum students). The fellow will also have the opportunity to obtain research reliability on the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule-Second Edition (ADOS-2) and be supported in taking the EPPP exam and meeting other licensure requirements.

The minimum qualifications for this position are a doctoral degree in clinical psychology or related degree from an APA-accredited doctoral program.

Candidates will be evaluated on experience with:

• Children with autism spectrum disorders
• Psychological testing
• Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule-Second Edition (ADOS-2) and/or the Autism Diagnostic Interview-Revised (ADI-R)

The anticipated salary for this position is $58,656.

Please submit your application online through the University of Missouri website at: https://hr.missouri.edu/job-openings (search for Job Opening 57801). Your application should include:

1. Curriculum vitae
2. Letter of Interest
3. Graduate Transcripts (unofficial)
4. Three letters of reference/recommendation
5. Clinical work sample
   

Deadline to Apply: April 1, 2026

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

For questions about the position, please contact the Chair of the Search Committee, Dr. Kerri Nowell, at mutcjobs@missouri.edu.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. The University will not sponsor applicants for this position for employment visas.

At the Mizzou College of Health Sciences https://healthsciences.missouri.edu/about/, we work every day to improve the health and well-being of individuals and communities.

As the home of the most popular major on campus, we teach Mizzou students who care about health and are dedicated to serving others. In addition to learning in the classroom, our students spend more than 80,150 hours helping patients every year.

Our faculty are driven to solve real-world problems. They lead the way by conducting research that has power and purpose. From expanding the use of technology in health care to improving mental health and learning in schools, we are discovering ways to make life better for everyone.

Through clinics and community outreach programs, we provide vital services to members of our community and training for our students. We are proud to serve Missourians today while preparing the workforce of tomorrow.

Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests. Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses and travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbia is right in the middle of the state and the nation. Just a couple hours' drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone County's largest population center offering big-city culture, activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia is home to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen festivals each year. If you want to grow your career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire, Columbia is a good place to be!

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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