Research Psychologist I (Part-Time)

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HJF is seeking a part-time (10 hours/week) Research Psychologist I to support The Suicide Care, Prevention, and Research Initiative (Suicide CPR Initiative) within the Medical and Clinical Psychology (MPS) department of the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences in Bethesda, Maryland. HJF provides scientific, technical, and programmatic support services to MPS. The Research Psychologist will serve as a member of a multidisciplinary team and support multiple research projects related to suicide prevention, intervention and postvention. One primary function of the Research Psychologist will be to contribute to the review of records belonging to military suicide decedents. The ideal candidate will have an expertise in psychology, as well as prior experience conducting research within the field of military suicide prevention. The incumbent should be well-suited to provide subject matter expertise on military programs, policies, and practices related to these research topics.

This position will be in support of the Suicide CPR Initiative, previously known as the Laboratory for the Treatment of Suicide-Related Ideation and Behavior, which was established in 2006. Dr. Holloway, the Director of the Suicide CPR Initiative, is a clinical psychologist and an intervention scientist who is primarily interested in developing and empirically evaluating novel interventions for suicide risk reduction. The Suicide CPR Initiative is strategically in a unique position to focus on the problem of military suicide, given its origins at USU and its established partnerships with the Department of Defense and Veterans Affairs, as well as national and international collaborators and stakeholders. Overall, the mission of the Suicide CPR Initiative is threefold: CARE: To develop effective interventions targeted at reducing suicidal thoughts and/or behaviors; PREVENTION: To save lives through education, intervention, science, and advocacy; RESEARCH: To advance suicide intervention science and practice.

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine. We serve military, medical, academic and government clients by administering, managing and supporting preeminent scientific programs that benefit members of the armed forces and civilians alike. Since its founding in 1983, HJF has served as a vital link between the military medical community and its federal and private partners. HJF's support and administrative capabilities allow military medical researchers and clinicians to maintain their scientific focus and accomplish their research goals.

Note: This site requires that the incumbent has lived in the US for three out of the past five years.

• Provide expert psychological and research support for multiple projects focused on military mental health and suicide prevention. Serve as member of a multidisciplinary research team.
• Conduct comprehensive reviews of military suicide decedents' medical, administrative, and investigatory records. Provide psychological subject matter expertise in analyzing records documenting diagnoses and treatment for decedents with diverse psychological conditions.
• Assist in the preparation of written executive summaries and timelines for each suicide decedents' record. Actively participate in group discussions and consensus meetings associated with death review projects.
• Offer in-depth knowledge of military culture and context for coding and analyzing military records. Share expertise on military programs, policies, and practices related to suicide prevention, intervention and postvention.
• Assist in the preparation of project-related reports and deliverables. Contribute to the development of grant applications and/or manuscripts.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor, including participation in required training for the role.

Education and Experience

• Doctoral degree required in Clinical Psychology.
• Minimum of 0-2 years' experience required.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Applicants must have evidence of a strong research background as demonstrated through scholarly publications and/or presentations, a postdoctoral fellowship, or other work experience.
  
• Prior research experience required; preferably within the field of military suicide prevention.
  
• Prior military service and/or experience working with military populations required.
  
• Ability to work independently as well as a part of a team.
  
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
  
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
  
• Ability to obtain and maintain a T1 Public Trust and Common Access Card (CAC).
  

Physical Capabilities

• Ability to stand or sit at a computer for prolonged periods.

Work Environment

• This position will take place primarily in an office setting.

Compensation

• The hourly pay range for this position is $35.48-$40.00. Actual hourly pay will be determined based on experience, education, etc.

Benefits

• HJF offers a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on your health and well-being, from medical, dental, and vision coverage to health savings and retirement plans, and more.

Employment with HJF is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, contacting your professional references, verification of previous employment, education and credentials, a criminal background check, and a department of motor vehicle (DMV) check if applicable. Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.