Postdoctoral Fellowship – Baylor College of Medicine

24 Oct 2023    

The Baylor College of Medicine (BCM) Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences invites applications for a postdoctoral clinical research fellowship with emphasis on obsessive-compulsive disorder, and related conditions. Under the mentorship of Drs. Eric Storch, Amanda Palo, Andy Wiese, Caitlin Pinciotti, and Allie Townsend, the fellowship will provide training in evidence-based treatment for OCD and related disorders in a specialized context. Multiple positions are available with a wide range of training opportunities, including specialized training in exposure and response prevention for OCD and related disorders across the lifespan. Available positions include 100% clinical, and 50% clinical with 50% research positions. Research will include participation in funded studies in the lab focused on innovative assessment and treatment methods for pediatric OCD, autism, anxiety, and misophonia, among other populations. The fellow will also have opportunities to provide tiered supervision to more junior trainees. The fellow will be encouraged to contribute to the lab’s strong research and publication record. Grant writing opportunities are also available and encouraged.

Applicants should have completed their doctoral degree (inclusive of successful dissertation defense, and APA/CPA accredited internship) by the start of employment. This fellowship track meets the licensure requirements for Clinical Psychologists in the State of Texas. The fellow is encouraged to pursue licensure in Texas during the year. Applicants must come from an APA- or CPA-Accredited clinical, counseling, or school doctoral psychology training programs. U.S. citizenship is not a requirement of this fellowship. Search remains open until positions are filled. Located in Houston Texas, a community offering a relaxed, low-cost but high-quality lifestyle. Competitive salary and fringe benefits. Anticipated start: Summer 2024 (ideally July). The appointment is for one year with opportunities to stay on for two pending funding.

To apply, send via email a curriculum vitae and letter of interest, and arrange to have three letters of recommendation to: Eric. A. Storch, Ph.D. and Andy Wiese, Ph.D., OCD and Related Disorders Program, Baylor College of Medicine Department of Psychiatry, 1 Baylor Plaza, MS350, Houston TX 77030 or eric.storch@bcm.edu and andrew.wiese@bcm.edu. Applications will be reviewed upon receipt – offers will be announced pending the identification of an appropriate candidate.