- Utility Menu
Psychology Undergraduate Program
- Department of Psychology
- Post-Graduate Research Jobs
Job postings will be updated as they come in. Please check back regularly.
If you'd like to view other job boards and read some advice on how to apply for post-graduate research positions in psychology, see this helpful resource .
You should also check out PREDOC , or Pathways to Research and Doctoral Careers, a consortium site with job postings all over the country for recent graduates looking for pre-doctoral work!
Please note: These postings have not been approved or reviewed by the Department. They are unsolicited, and posted for your convenience.
- Finding a Research Lab
- Course Credit for Research
- Summer Opportunities
Transforming the understanding and treatment of mental illnesses.
Información en español
Celebrating 75 Years! Learn More >>
- About the Director
- Advisory Boards and Groups
- Strategic Plan
- Offices and Divisions
Careers at NIMH
- Staff Directories
- Getting to NIMH
NIMH is looking for a wide range of passionate and inspired administrative and scientific people to support our mission of transforming the understanding and treatment of mental illnesses through basic and clinical research, paving the way for prevention, recovery, and cure.
Email Updates
Sign up to receive email updates about NIMH job opportunities.
Type email address...
Shelli Avenevoli, Ph.D.
NIMH Deputy Director
As the NIMH Deputy Director, Shelli oversees various aspects of the institute, including research priorities, policies, and collaborations. Her passion lies in advancing the understanding of the causes of mental disorders, particularly in youth, and she takes pride in both her contributions to youth mental health projects and improvements to NIMH processes and policies. Shelli emphasizes the importance of collaboration and mentorship in pursuing a career in research.
Working at NIMH
Diversity and inclusion in the biomedical research workforce spurs collaboration and innovation, improves the quality of research, and increases the likelihood that research outcomes will benefit everyone. We are committed to prioritizing and promoting diversity and inclusion in our science and our scientific workforce to achieve this mission.
The People Behind NIMH
At NIMH, our employees are the driving force that brings our mission to life. From supporting and training the next generation of scientists to exploring the mysteries of the brain, meet some of the passionate individuals who are working to make people's lives better.
Opportunities at NIMH
There are a wide range of opportunities available at NIMH.
Extramural Research Program (ERP) careers are scientific research positions that support research grants and contracts across the country through the extramural research programs.
Intramural Research Program (IRP) careers are scientific research or clinical positions in the internal research division of NIMH that may involve lab work or patient care. Over 40 research groups at NIMH conduct basic neuroscience research and clinical investigations of mental illnesses, brain function, and behavior.
Extramural Research Program Opportunities
- Clinical Informatics Applications Specialist – Office of Clinical Research (OCR)
- Branch Chief - Clinical Neuroscience of HIV Prevention and Treatment Branch
- Health Scientist Administrator (Program Officer) – Center for Global Mental Health Research (CGMHR)
- Deputy Director – Office of Clinical Research (OCR)
- Social and Behavioral Sciences Administrator/Health Scientist Administrator (Program Officer) - Services Research and Clinical Epidemiology Branch (SRCEB)
- Technical Information Specialist - Electronic Communications Branch (ECB)
- Management Analyst - Executive Office (EO)
- Health Scientist Administrator (Program Officer) - Translational Genomics for Mental Health (TGMH)
- Health Scientist Administrator/Social and Behavioral Science Administrator (Program Officer) – Division of Services and Intervention Research (DSIR), Adult Psychosocial Interventions Research Program
- Clinical Trials Program Coordinator - Clinical Trials Operation Branch (CTOB)
- Health Scientist Administrator (Program Officer) - Genomics Research Branch
Intramural Research Program Opportunities
- Management Analyst (Emergency Management Contractor) - Intramural Administrative Oversight Branch (IAOB)
- Staff Scientist 1 - Unit on Neuromodulation and Synaptic Integration (UNSI)
- Program Coordinator - Neurodevelopmental and Behavioral Phenotyping Service (NBPS)
- Staff Scientist 1 - The Office of the Scientific Director (OSD)
- Staff Clinician 1 (Research Psychiatrist) - Molecular Imaging Branch (MIB)
- Psychiatry Consultant Liaison/Staff Clinician 1 - The Office of the Clinical Director (OCD)
- Staff Scientist 1 - Developmental Neuroscience and Neurodevelopmental Disorders
- Staff Scientist 1 - Section on Cellular and Cognitive Neurodevelopment (SCCN)
Administrative Opportunities
- Deputy Chief Grants Management Officer - Grants Management Branch
- Scientific Review Officer - Extramural Review Branch
- Grants Management Specialist - Grants Management Branch
- Ethics Specialist - Ethics Branch
- Budget Analyst - Budget and Analytics Branch
- Computer Systems Analyst - Office of Science Policy, Planning, and Communications (OSPPC)
NIMH Detail Opportunities for Current Federal Employees
The following internal detail opportunities are available to current federal employees within NIH, the Department of Health and Human Services, and other federal organizations. Detail opportunities offer several benefits for existing federal employees, including professional development, networking opportunities, and career advancement.
- Management Analyst - Emergency Preparedness Specialist
- Management Analyst – Records Management – NIMH Executive Office
NIMH may be advertising other jobs on www.USAJOBS.gov , which lists job opportunities within the federal government. Users can create profiles, save resumes, and set up notifications for new job postings. Visit the USAJobs Help Center to get started.
Training and Career Development at NIMH
- Research Training and Career Development - Extramural
- Research Training and Career Development - Intramural
Jobs at the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)
- Employment Information from the Department of Health and Human Services
- Commissioned Corps of the U.S. Public Health Service - The uniformed service of the HHS
Jobs at the National Institutes of Health (NIH)
- Employment and Internship Opportunities at NIH
- NIH Office of Human Resources Management
Working for the Federal Government
- U.S. Office of Personnel Management - Everything you need to know about working for the Federal Government
- OPM Federal Pay Schedules
IMAGES
VIDEO
COMMENTS
Child Psychologist. Indiana Center for Recovery - South Bend 3.8. Mishawaka, IN 46544. Pay information not provided. Full-time + 1. Monday to Friday + 2. Easily apply. A valid state license to practice psychology. Participate in research and other professional development activities as needed.
Date Posted. Post Graduate Positions. Mar 26, 2024. Research Assistant at the Boston University School of Medicine and VA Boston Healthcare System. Mar 25, 2024. Research Assistant in the Psychiatry Neuroimaging Lab at Brigham and Women's Hospital. Mar 25, 2024. Research Assistant at Brigham and Women's Hospital. Mar 25, 2024.
Topics in Psychology. Explore how scientific research by psychologists can inform our professional lives, family and community relationships, emotional wellness, and more. ... Clinical Psychologist. Locations. e.g., Washington DC or 20002. Find. Search Jobs ... saved searches and a history of jobs to which you have applied.
Clinical Director - Psychologist (Ph.D., Psy.D., or Ed.D.) Tarzana, CA. USD 215K - 270K (Employer est.) Easy Apply. Current license as a Psychologist from the California Board of Psychology. Maintain compliance with federal and state laws and Joint Commission standards.…. 11d.
Psychology Intern jobs. Assistant Psychologist jobs. Consulting Psychologist jobs. Today's top 138,000+ Psychology Research jobs in United States. Leverage your professional network, and get hired.
3,058 Psychology research jobs in United States. Most relevant. North Star Behavioral Health. 2.4. Therapist (In-Person) - Adolescent RTC (PALMER) - $10,000 Sign On Bonus. Anchorage, AK. $76K (Employer est.) Easy Apply. *Clinical Expertise:* A master's degree in counseling, psychology, or a related field.
A large part of a clinical psychologist's job, and therefore clinical psychology research, involves assessment - or developing valid and reliable tests. Assessments take the form of written tests, such as intelligence and achievement tests, vocational tests, and other tests designed to measure aptitude and skill levels for specific jobs ...
250 Clinical research coordinator psychology jobs in United States. Most relevant. Intervention Center for Autism Needs (ICAN) Clinical Supervisor (BCBA)-Full Benefits, Research Opportunity with SJSU. Cupertino, CA. $50.00 - $60.00 Per Hour (Employer est.) Easy Apply.
Intramural Research Program (IRP) careers are scientific research or clinical positions in the internal research division of NIMH that may involve lab work or patient care. Over 40 research groups at NIMH conduct basic neuroscience research and clinical investigations of mental illnesses, brain function, and behavior.
Undergraduate Research Opportunities & Internships. Boston University Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowships (SURFs) Carnegie Mellon University Summer Program for Undergraduate Researchers (SPUR) Duke University, The Department of Psychology and Neuroscience NSF Summer Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) Harvard Business School ...
1,056 Clinical psychology research assistant jobs in United States. Most relevant. Institute for Health and Recovery. 4.1. Youth Recovery Clinician. Worcester, MA. USD 60K - 64K (Employer est.) Easy Apply. Valid driver's license, good driving record, and regular access to a reliable vehicle.
The Moscow Institute of Psychoanalysis is an institution where the educational process moves along with research activities. Students majoring in any field have a real opportunity to get hands-on ...
Clinical Psychologist. Moscow Research and Clinical Center for Neuropsychiatry. Mar 2013 - Mar 2022 9 years 1 month. Moscow, Moscow City, Russia. -Co-developed a treatment program for patients ...
In 2010, we - the only among medical educational centers - received the status of a National Research University. The University's clinical centers offer modern treatment for children and adults of all ages. We also conduct active preclinical and clinical studies (including on a contract basis) of new drugs and medical equipment.
In Oxford I am studying MSc (Research) in Psychiatry. <br>I am a Clinical Psychologist graduated with honours from Lomonosov Moscow State University with a Specialist Degree (equivalent to strong 2:1 BA+MA).<br><br>As a student I am eligible to work for 20 hours per week during terms. I have experience with special needs children as a volunteer, I have worked as a first-response psychologist ...
Clinical Research Assistant. The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. Hybrid remote in Columbus, OH 43210. $20 an hour. Full-time. Previous experience in coordinating clinical trials and participant recruitment. Coordinating daily activities and research efforts related to nutrition and….