University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Swanson Biggs Foundation Rural Mental Health Postdoctoral Fellow
Job Description

Application Process:

Click "Apply Now" and create or login to your applicant profile. Attach the following documents:

 

  1. Letter of application with a brief narrative addressing the qualifications for the position.
  2. Curriculum vitae.
  3. Contact information for three (3) professional references.
  4. Sample documentation of either a de-identified assessment report, de-identified intake report, or de-identified progress note. If necessary, combine into a single document for upload.

 

All documents other than the curriculum vitae and letter of interest can be added in "Additional Attachments." For additional questions, please contact Search Committee Chair, Dr. Janet Schwartz-Micheaux by email jschwartz-micheaux2@unl.edu

Job Summary:

The Counseling and School Psychology Clinic (CSPC) invites applications for a postdoctoral fellowship position starting August 3, 2026. The CSPC is a training clinic within the Department of Educational Psychology at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL). The CSPC offers an array of psychological services to support the mental health, behavioral health, and emotional health of children, adolescents, and adults. We strive to provide culturally responsive and evidence-based services in a safe and affirming space. Our therapeutic, assessment, outreach, and educational programs are delivered in a caring and compassionate manner that values the unique characteristics and lived experiences of individuals and their families. We are seeking a postdoctoral fellow who will be committed to providing care that advances health equity and accessibility for clients in rural communities.


The postdoctoral fellow’s work will be housed in the CSPC in Lincoln, Nebraska, as they will be engaged in all aspects of clinical outpatient services within the clinic. They will be primarily specializing in providing care to rural populations, including in-person and telehealth therapy and assessment services. The position will also include travel to surrounding rural communities, as there will be opportunities to provide supportive outreach services (e.g., workshops, trainings, etc.) to rural coxmmunities and schools. The postdoctoral fellow would also be providing supervision to graduate students in training within the Counseling Psychology and School Psychology programs to support their clinical growth and development. The postdoctoral fellow will receive valuable supervised clinical and supervision experience and accrue substantial hours towards licensure in our training clinic. Opportunities for involvement in teaching and/or research may also be available, depending on the interests of the postdoctoral fellow.

A typical week will include 20-24 hours of direct clinic service (e.g., outpatient therapy and assessment services); 4-6 hours of supervision of doctoral students in Counseling Psychology and School Psychology programs; 1 hour of individual supervision with the Clinic Director; and approximately 10 hours of Flex Time to be used for case management, outreach, research, and professional development opportunities. The postdoctoral fellow will have a dedicated office space.

About Us:

The College of Education and Human Sciences strives to be a vibrant, welcoming, and caring community driven by our mission to enhance the lives of individuals, families, schools, and communities, and strengthening the relationships among them.

 

At the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, we’re proud to be consistently recognized by Forbes as a top employer, known for our welcoming and supportive work environment, commitment to professional growth, and outstanding benefits. UNL isn’t just a workplace, it's a place to build your career and make a real impact in Nebraska.

 

The University of Nebraska provides a generous fringe benefit package that includes major medical, disability, and life insurance. Note that Postdoctoral Associates are not eligible for retirement benefits.

 

For more information about our clinic, visit https://cehs.unl.edu/edpsych/clinic. For information about UNL and Lincoln, visit https://www.unl.edu/, https://aboutlincoln.unl.edu/, https://placetobelnk.com/, and https://www.lincoln.org/

Required Qualifications:

  • Completion of professional doctoral degree requirements from an APA-accredited program in Clinical, Counseling, or School Psychology (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) by the start date of the position.
  • Applicants must demonstrate the completion of an APA-approved pre-doctoral internship by the start date of the position.
  • All applicants must be eligible to obtain a provisionally licensed psychologist license in the state of Nebraska by the start date of the position.
  • Applicants must have a driver’s license and the ability to travel to community sites for any outreach and clinical activities that occur outside of the clinic.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience working with rural populations and/or growing up or having lived in a rural community.
Information at a Glance
Req Id:  1661
Campus Name:  University of Nebraska Lincoln (UNL)
Org Unit:  Educational Psychology UNL
Job Location:  Lincoln, NE 68588
Application Review Date:  1/12/26
Open Until Filled:  Yes
Advertised Salary:  Salary commensurate with education and experience.
Job Type:  Full-Time
Faculty Appointment:  Special Appointment – Postdoctoral Associate
Worksite Eligibility:  On-site
Benefits Eligible:  Yes
For questions or accommodations related to this position contact:  Dr. Janet Schwartz-Micheaux, jschwartz-micheaux2@unl.edu
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The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment.

Posting Start Date:  11/3/25