Job Summary:

The Munroe-Meyer Institute (MMI) for Genetics and Rehabilitation at the University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC) in Omaha is currently accepting applications for a faculty position in the Department of Psychology (Rank DOQ). Minimum requirements are a doctoral degree in Clinical or School Psychology. Applicant must have Nebraska licensure (or license eligible) while board certification (particularly BCBA) is also valued. Candidates with a clinical internship from APA/CPA-accredited programs in psychology are preferred.

Clinical activities center on delivery of behavioral health assessment, diagnostic and treatment services for neurotypical individuals (especially children, adolescents and families) as well as individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities across the lifespan. Referrals come from schools, physicians, and community agencies throughout the region. Faculty may choose to focus their clinical services, training and research in 1) outpatient BH clinics at MMI, 2) integrated primary care sites across the Omaha metro area, or 3) school-based mental health clinics in the surrounding community.

See UNMCâ??MMI Psychology website for more information about the program.

Required Qualifications:

PhD in Clinical or School Psychology.
Nebraska licensure (or license eligible).

Preferred Qualifications:

Candidates with a clinical internship from APA/CPA-accredited programs in psychology are preferred.
Board certification particularly BCBA is preferred.

About MMI:

MMI is one of the oldest, largest, and most comprehensive intellectual and developmental disability centers in the world. MMIâ??s mission is â??to be world leaders in transforming the lives of all individuals with disabilities and complex health care needs, their families and the community through outreach, engagement, premier educational programs, innovative research and extraordinary patient careâ?. MMI utilizes an interdisciplinary team approach that assures a comprehensive integration of our four pillars: research, clinical services, education, and community engagement. MMI is one of eight academic units of UNMC. MMI has an annual budget of more than $40M, approximately 500 employees, and our 17 disciplines provide over 90,000 clinical services each year serving individuals with disabilities and complex medical needs across the lifespan. MMI is a federally designated University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDD) and has a Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities (LEND) program. MMI provides limitless opportunities for clinical programming, innovative research, and community engagement.

About MMI Psychology

The department of Psychology at the MMI is a collegial group of clinical educators and researchers dedicated to integrating training and research within clinical service delivery in a highly collaborative, interdisciplinary setting. Department faculty play a vital role in education and training, providing clinical supervision through a large, well-funded internship program within the APA-accredited Nebraska Internship Consortium, as well as a growing postdoctoral fellowship program. While the department is grounded in a behavioral orientation, it welcomes applicants with diverse but complementary theoretical perspectives. Several faculty also teach in the Applied Behavior Analysis masterâ??s degree program, which prepares graduates for licensure as mental health practitioners and certification as Board Certified Behavior Analysts. Faculty are encouraged to pursue clinical research that aligns with the departmentâ??s mission, with flexibility in specific areas of focus.

About Omaha:

Omaha, Nebraska, is a dynamic and welcoming city that offers an exceptional quality of life. Known for its affordability, short commutes, and friendly Midwest atmosphere, Omaha also boasts a vibrant arts scene, nationally acclaimed restaurants, and abundant parks and trails. The city is home to the world-renowned Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium and hosts the annual NCAA Menâ??s College World Series, both of which draw visitors from across the country. With several Fortune 500 companies, a growing innovation economy, and a strong sense of community, Omaha provides the perfect balance of professional opportunity and small-town charmâ??making it an ideal place to live and work.

Additional Information:

MMI provides convenient on-site parking and access to an employee fitness center.Â
To learn more about this opportunity, contact Brandy Clarke, Ph.D., LP,Â Director, MMI Psychology, at: [email protected].
Review of applicants will occur on a rolling basis as recruitment is ongoing.
Rank will depend on qualifications.Â
Applicants should upload with their application a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and three letters of recommendation with contact information.