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Postdoctoral Fellowships in Eating Disorders
NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medicine
http://psychiatry.weill.cornell.edu/postdoctoral-psychology-fellowship-westchester
The Department of Psychiatry at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital (NYPH) Westchester Behavioral Health in White Plains, New York is accepting applications for a 1-2-year postdoctoral psychology fellowship position available in our Eating Disorder Program.
The fellowship position in eating disorders aims to prepare the next generation of scientist-practitioners for careers in academic research and clinical applications within the specialty area of eating disorders. The population being treated includes adolescents and adults diagnosed with Anorexia Nervosa (AN), Bulimia Nervosa (BN), Binge-Eating Disorder (BED), Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID), and related disorders of weight and eating. Because of the high comorbidity of eating disorders with mood and personality disorders, the fellow will have opportunities to gain a diversity of experiences.
In consultation with a member of the eating disorders faculty, the fellow will develop a training plan selecting specialized clinical training in treating individuals with eating disorders. The training plan will include involvement in inpatient and outpatient settings, as well as experience doing individual, family, and group work. The fellow will receive specific training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Family Based Treatment (FBT) for eating disorders.
The Department of Psychiatry of Weill Cornell Medicine and NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital offer a variety of didactics for fellows in adult clinical psychology to enhance their training experience and engage in professional development (e.g., CBT, DBT, women's mental health, providing culturally responsive clinical care to diverse patient populations). Opportunities to participate in clinical studies are available and independent investigation will be encouraged. Additionally, fellows will have opportunities to supervise psychology externs.
Diversity is one of Weill Cornell Medicine and NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital's core values and is essential to achieving excellence in patient care, research, and education. We welcome applications from candidates who share our commitment to fostering a culture of fairness, equity, and belonging. NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, color, age, religion, protected veteran or disability status, or genetic information. Trainees have an opportunity to participate in the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives that are an ongoing effort to address systemic barriers to equitable care for diverse populations.
Requirements: Applicants must have a doctorate in Clinical Psychology from an APA-accredited program, evidence potential to participate in collaborative research (if considering the research elective) and be able to submit materials required to obtain the limited permit issued by the New York State Department of Education before the start date.
Application deadline: December 16, 2024
Start Date: September 8, 2024 (pending limited permit)
Fellowship Duration: 1-2 years
Benefits: Salary is $52,000.00 for the first year and $55,000.00 for the second year. As an employee of NYP, benefits include Aetna Health Insurance, and Cigna Dental insurance.
Application: Applicants should submit a current curriculum vitae, three letters of recommendation, and a letter of intent compiled into a single PDF document labeled with your last name, first initial, and application track (e.g., "Smith M Adult Track"). In the letter of intent, applicants should specify they are applying to the Eating Disorder Psychology Track, their career goals, a potential research mentor (if applicable), and their clinical training goals for the fellowship. Please address the letter of intent to Evelyn Attia, M.D., Professor of Clinical Psychiatry at Weill Cornell Medicine, Director of Eating Disorder Program at New York-Presbyterian Westchester Behavioral Health Center, and email the entire PDF file to Nina Huza, Staff Assistant at nih9002@nyp.org. All interviews will be held virtually over Zoom.
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Melissa Klein, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor of Psychology
Weill Cornell Medical College
New York Presbyterian Hospital -Westchester Behavioral Health Center
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