University of Nebraska Medical Center

Job Summary:

The Munroe-Meyer Institute (MMI) for Genetics and Rehabilitation at the University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC) in Omaha is currently accepting applications for a Fellow position(s) in the integrated Center of Autism Spectrum Disorders (iCASD) Diagnostic Clinic.

The fellow position is designed to provide interdisciplinary training in research and the provision of clinical services for individuals with genetic and behavior disorders and their families. Training occurs within the fertile clinical, research, and teaching environment of the University of Nebraska Medical Center. The individuals are encouraged to develop an area of clinical expertise, to begin a corresponding programmatic line of research, and to acquire the grant-writing skills necessary for securing extramural funding for the study and the assessment/treatment of autism spectrum disorders emphasized in the position but may also pursue the study and treatment of other genetic and behavior disorders. Track options include: 1) autism diagnostic services, 2) autism treatment tracks, 3) and autism diagnostic/treatment hybrid track. See UNMC – MMI iCASD website for more information regarding fellowship tracks.

About Us:

MMI is one of the oldest, largest, and most comprehensive intellectual and developmental disability centers in the world. MMI’s mission is “to be world leaders in transforming the lives of all individuals with disabilities and complex health care needs, their families and the community through outreach, engagement, premier educational programs, innovative research and extraordinary patient care”. MMI utilizes an interdisciplinary team approach that assures a comprehensive integration of our four pillars: research, clinical services, education, and community engagement. MMI is one of eight academic units of UNMC. MMI has an annual budget of more than $40M, approximately 500 employees, and our 17 disciplines provide over 90,000 clinical services each year serving individuals with disabilities and complex medical needs across the lifespan. MMI is a federally designated University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDD) and has a Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities (LEND) program. MMI provides limitless opportunities for clinical programming, innovative research, and community engagement.

About Omaha:

With a metro area population of more than 1 million, Omaha is a vibrant, family centric, affordable city, with committed community partners, fiercely loyal and extremely generous community. Omaha is known for its progressive dining scene, myriad of cultural events, and friendly people.

Required Qualifications:

• PhD or PsyD in Psychology or ABA

Additional Information:

MMI provides convenient on-site parking and access to an employee fitness center. 

To learn more about this opportunity, contact Alice Shillingsburg, PhD, BCBA-D, LP, Director, integrated Center for Autism Spectrum Disorders (iCASD), at: ashillingsburg@unmc.edu.

Review of applicants will occur on a rolling basis as recruitment is ongoing. Applicants should upload with their application a letter of interest and curriculum vitae.

University of Nebraska Faculty and Staff Benefits: https://nebraska.edu/faculty-and-staff