Fellow, Psychology

Job Summary:

A Psychology Fellow position is available at the Munroe-Meyer Institute (MMI) Psychology department at UNMC beginning August 1, 2026. Position will assist MMI Psychology faculty in clinical, educational and research activities using a â??learning through serviceâ? model. Psychology Fellows will provide assessment and treatment to children, adolescents, and families in the MMI behavioral health clinics located at UNMC or in outreach clinics as part of their clinical education and service experience. Outreach clinics are in primary care sites or school mental health clinics in the Omaha metro area or nearby rural communities. Minor rotations may include additional assessment and clinical roles in settings providing services to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, providing psychological evaluation services for youth entering the juvenile justice system, providing evaluations for special education services through the local public school system, and systems level grant work with the MHTTC program. Participation in research, student supervision, and training activities will also be available. 

 

Psychology Fellow must have the ability to travel to outreach clinical sites from 5 to 180 miles on a regular basis.

Required Qualifications:

• Doctoral degree in Clinical, School, or Counseling Psychology or have completed doctoral requirements (including internship) in a licensable field of psychology.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Clinical experience in behavioral psychology with children and adolescents preferable. Priority will be given to applicants:
  • Willing to practice in rural clinic locations like Kearney, Beatrice or Columbus, Nebraska
  • Current Nebraska License (LMHP or PLP) and/or who are Nebraska license eligible
  • Current BCBA credentials

About Us:

MMI is one of the oldest, largest, and most comprehensive intellectual and developmental disability centers in the world. MMIâ??s mission is â??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 careâ?. 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:

Omaha, Nebraska, is a dynamic and welcoming city that offers an exceptional quality of life. Known for its affordability, short commutes, and friendly Midwest atmosphere, Omaha also boasts a vibrant arts scene, nationally acclaimed restaurants, and abundant parks and trails. The city is home to the world-renowned Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium and hosts the annual NCAA Menâ??s College World Series, both of which draw visitors from across the country. With several Fortune 500 companies, a growing innovation economy, and a strong sense of community, Omaha provides the perfect balance of professional opportunity and small-town charmâ??making it an ideal place to live and work.

Additional Information:

• MMI provides convenient on-site parking and access to an employee fitness center. 
• To learn more about this opportunity, contact Brandy Clarke, PhD, LP, Director Psychology, at: [email protected].
• Review of applicants will occur on a rolling basis as recruitment is ongoing. Applicants should upload a letter of interest and curriculum vitae (CV) with their application materials. When applying, please inlcude a cover letter that addresses the following:
  • A statement of interest and fit for the position.
  • Anticpated date of degree conferral
  • Anticipated number of direct post-master's clinical hours (as of June 1 or two months prior to the anticipated state date). Direct hours include interviewing, therapy, case conferences, behavioral observations and management, evaluations, treatment planning, testing, consultations, and biofeedback. 
  • Names of recommenders who will be submitting letters of recommendation