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PrimeCare Medical, Inc.

Psychologist

Leesport, PA · On-site

$80K - $100K/yr

Licensed to practice Psychology in the State of Pennsylvania (Post Doc also) * Graduate of an accredited institution of higher education, with major in Psychology. * Maintain current Driver's License.

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To thrive as a Psychology Post Doc, you need a doctoral degree in psychology, strong research skills, and expertise in statistical analysis. Familiarity with software tools such as SPSS, R, or MATLAB and experience with IRB protocols and academic publishing are typically required. Excellent communication, critical thinking, and collaboration skills help you effectively share findings and work within multidisciplinary teams. These abilities are crucial for advancing research, contributing to scholarly knowledge, and preparing for independent academic or clinical careers.

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Psychology Post Docs are individuals who have completed their doctoral degree in psychology and are engaged in postdoctoral training or research. These positions allow recent PhD graduates to gain specialized experience, conduct independent research, and further develop their professional skills under the guidance of a mentor. Postdoctoral positions in psychology are often a stepping stone to academic, clinical, or research careers. They typically last from one to three years and may focus on areas such as clinical practice, neuropsychology, or experimental psychology.

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Psychology Post Docs often encounter challenges such as balancing multiple research projects, securing funding, and adjusting to increased expectations for independent work. While graduate programs provide structured guidance, postdoctoral roles require greater self-direction and initiative, particularly in publishing research and building professional networks. Collaborating effectively with principal investigators and other lab members is essential, as is developing time management skills to handle teaching, mentoring, and research responsibilities. These challenges are common stepping stones toward establishing a successful academic or clinical career.
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Visiting Assistant Professor, Psychology

University of Southern Mississippi

Hattiesburg, MS

Full-time

Re-posted 11 days ago

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Job description

Special Instructions to Applicants
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the positions are filled. Contact Dr. Alen Hajnal (alen.hajnal@usm.edu) with questions about opportunities for employment in the Southern Miss School of Psychology. A completed application will include 1) a cover letter, 2) a CV, and 3) names and contact information for three references. Letters of recommendation, teaching evaluations (if applicable), and official transcripts will be requested for applicants selected as finalists for the position.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in theUnited States on a full-time basis without the need for visa sponsorship. TheUniversity will not sponsor applicants for work visas (e.g., H-1B).

Job Summary
The School of Psychology at the University of Southern Mississippi invites applications for a full-time, 9 month, Visiting Assistant Professor position (multiple positions may be available) beginning August 2026. This is an exciting opportunity to join the School of Psychology which is home to 125 graduate students enrolled in APA-accredited doctoral programs in Clinical, School & Counseling Psychology, an MPCAC accredited Counseling Psychology MS program, the Experimental Psychology PhD program, and 600 undergraduate psychology majors. More information can be found at www.usm.edu/psychology.These are ideal positions for a post-doc interested in obtaining more extensive experience in teaching undergraduate and graduate courses for individuals preparing for a career in academia. Opportunities to obtain post-doctoral supervision towards licensure (which includes mentorship, professional development) and/or to conduct and collaborate on research are available.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities  

  1. Teaching undergraduate courses in applicant's areas of expertise. Examples of available courses include general and applied undergraduate courses, including introductory psychology, careers in psychology, developmental psychology, research methods, behavioral neuroscience, and general and applied undergraduate elective courses.
  2. Teaching graduate courses in applicant's areas of expertise. Courses include graduate level coursework across the areas represented in our School (particularly clinical, counseling, and school psychology) including practicum supervision in our in-house training clinic, and other opportunities in candidates' area of expertise may be available.
  3. Perform other duties as assigned. 

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