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As of Aug 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for contract postdoctoral psychology in the United States is $59,022.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $49,000.00 and $66,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Contract postdoctoral psychologists often navigate challenges such as adapting quickly to new research environments, balancing multiple projects, and managing time effectively amidst teaching or clinical responsibilities. Limited contract durations can also create uncertainty about long-term career prospects. To manage these challenges, it's essential to build strong professional relationships within your team, seek mentorship, and actively communicate your goals with supervisors. Participating in professional development workshops and maintaining a clear timeline for research deliverables can also help ensure a successful postdoctoral experience.

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Contract postdoctoral psychologists are individuals who have earned a doctoral degree in psychology and are working in temporary, project-based, or fixed-term positions, rather than permanent or tenure-track roles. These positions typically involve conducting research, clinical work, or teaching under the supervision of a senior psychologist or faculty member. The contract nature of the job means employment is limited to a specific period, often one to three years, and may be funded by grants or specific projects. This role provides valuable experience and training that can help prepare candidates for future academic, research, or clinical positions. Contract postdoctoral psychologists may work in universities, research institutions, hospitals, or private organizations.

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To thrive as a Contract Postdoctoral Psychologist, you generally need a doctoral degree in psychology, completion of a psychology internship, and eligibility for licensure or supervision. Familiarity with psychological assessment tools, research methodologies, and data analysis software such as SPSS or R is typically required. Strong skills in communication, ethical judgment, and adaptability help postdocs collaborate effectively with supervisors, clients, and research teams. These competencies ensure high-quality research, ethical clinical practice, and professional growth within academic or applied settings.
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Infographic showing various Contract Postdoctoral Psychology job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 25% Full Time, 50% Part Time, and 25% Temporary. Highlights an 82% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 16% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $59,022 per year, or $28.4 per hour.

Neuropsychologist - Contract (1099) - Colorado

Lyra Health

Denver, CO • On-site

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This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

Contract Neuropsychologist

Lyra is committed to addressing urgent and costly mental health needs with specialized support where it's needed most. Our Center of Excellence for Neurodiversity offers neuropsychological assessments, diagnosis, with tailored care for ADHD, and support for autism and learning differences. We are looking for a contract Neuropsychologist who is passionate about whole-person, whole-family mental health care.

This contract role is a great fit for providers who enjoy working in a collaborative team environment, including the patient's psychologist, therapist, and/or psychiatrist. Traits for success include: results driven, detailed, process oriented, and comfortable with data. Candidates with an independent work ethic who are flexible and adaptable, we encourage you to apply.

What You'll Do:

  • Provide comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations for clients of all ages, in collaboration with their families and/or other collateral sources
  • Interpret a wide variety of psychological and neuropsychological test batteries, with occasional direct test administration
  • Serve as a subject matter expert in the use and interpretation of neuropsychological assessments
  • Supervise and oversee the work of the patient's assigned psychometrist to ensure accurate and reliable data collection
  • Complete detailed neuropsychological evaluation reports and prepare separate brief summary documents tailored for clients, families, and referring providers
  • Conduct clear, supportive feedback sessions to explain findings, diagnoses, and personalized recommendations
  • Collaborate with the patient's care team (psychiatrist, care manager, and/or mental health wellness coach) to inform and coordinate treatment planning
  • Comfortable completing in-person and virtual sessions with patients and their families

Requirements:

  • Doctorate degree in Psychology from an American Psychological Association accredited program
  • One year predoctoral internship with specialization in neuropsychology preferred
  • Two year postdoctoral fellowship with specialization in neuropsychology preferred
  • An equivalent combination of experience, supervision, or training will be considered on a case-by-case basis
  • Licensed in California or New York preferred
  • PSYPACT authorized or PSYPACT eligible preferred
  • Experience conducting testing virtually and in person
  • Familiarity with online web-based applications
  • Effective therapeutic communication skills
  • Able to deliver care virtually or in person and within your own office space
  • Candidates must successfully pass a drug screen and background check for this opportunity

Here are some of the advantages of joining the Lyra + Bend network:

  • Connect with highly compatible clients who are a good fit for your clinical expertise
  • Set your own schedule, without a minimum hours requirement
  • Focus less on the administrative burden of billing with Lyra's paperless billing and quick payment turnaround
  • Have peace of mind with Lyra's 24/7 Care Navigation team for client crisis support
  • Access to a robust offering of live and recorded CE credited courses (approved by APA, ASWB, and NBCC)
  • Access to cutting edge technology and a team of support staff (e.g., psychometrists, psychometrist assistants) to help ease the administrative burden of the evaluation process

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information or any other category protected by law.

By applying for this contract position, your data will be processed as per Workforce Privacy Notice. If you are a California resident and would like to limit how we use this information, please use the Limit the Use of My Sensitive Personal Information form. This information will only be retained for as long as needed to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, as described above. Please note that Lyra does not "sell" or "share" personal information as defined by the CPRA. For more information about how we use and retain your information, please see our Workforce Privacy Notice.

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