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Postdoctoral Research/Clinical Fellowship in Trauma Psychology - Northwell Health/Center for Traumatic Stress, Resilience and Recovery

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We are currently offering a Postdoctoral Research/Clinical fellowship focused on Trauma Psychology in Manhattan and Manhasset, NY. The fellowship is supported by the faculty of Northwell’s Center for Traumatic Stress, Resilience and Recovery (CTSRR), Directed by Dr. Mayer Bellehsen and Dr. Rebecca Schwartz. The fellowship will allow for robust training experiences focused on the intersection between trauma and mental health in both clinical and research capacities. Research activities will be under the supervision of Dr. Rebecca Schwartz and clinical placement will be under the supervision of Dr. Vien Cheung.


The Fellow will receive the following opportunities:

  • Mentoring around developing a program of research that facilitates productivity in the publication of manuscripts, presentation of abstracts, and submission of grant applications.
  • Training in the conduct of trauma-related mental health research as it pertains to various populations with a primary focus on occupational stress and healthcare work. There will be opportunity to work with large databases containing well-being and mental health data. Additional potential research cohorts include Veterans and 9/11 World Trade Center responders.
  • Supervision and didactics in evidenced based trauma treatments, such as Prolonged Exposure and Cognitive Processing Therapy, and a didactic series focused on assessing, treating, and researching trauma.
  • Clinical training in the diagnostic assessment and treatment of trauma and PTSD among both health care workers and community members who have experienced traumatic stressors. This fellow will also be trained in resilience building interventions. Clinical placement will be at Lenox Hill Hospital in Manhattan.

Qualifications:

  • Candidates must have completed their doctorate in clinical or counseling psychology and should be license eligible for the New York State Limited Permit in Psychology.
  • Ideal candidates will have attended an American Psychological Association (APA) approved graduate program and internship.
  • Demonstrated academic success as evidenced by publications, experience with designing and executing research studies and grant writing; and a foundation in evidence-based assessment and treatments for trauma.
    Responsibilities and supervision of this fellowship will fulfill criteria for the experience necessary for New York State Psychology licensure. Groups historically underrepresented in psychology are encouraged to apply. Positions may begin July or September, 2026 (pending limited permit). Salary for a one-year placement is approximately $68,000.


Northwell Health is New York State’s largest health care provider and private employer with 105,000 employees, 28 hospitals and nearly 1,100 outpatient facilities. Northwell Health is ranked number one among hospital systems by Diversity Inc, recognized for its increasing commitment to effective diversity management and culturally competent care. We aim to foster an attractive and nurturing atmosphere of learning where diverse trainees, faculty, staff, and patients can understand, accept, and appreciate one another.

  • Experience
    Not required
  • Employment
    Full-time
  • Schedule
    Monday - Friday 9 AM - 5 PM
  • Salary
    up to $68,000 yearly

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