Postdoctoral Fellowship in Intellectual Disability and Autism Spectrum Disorders ID/ASD - Nisonger Center, The Ohio State University

Ohio State University Nisonger Center - UCEDD invites applications for a postdoctoral researcher in intellectual disability and autism spectrum disorders. The Nisonger Center offers interdisciplinary clinical and research training in the area of ID/ASD diagnostic clinics, psycho-pharmacotherapy, transition programs, health promotion, applied behavior analysis, dual diagnosis, adult social programs, and scale development. This postdoctoral research fellowship is 12 months in duration, beginning 1 September 2010, with an optional second year. Requirements include a completed doctoral degree in psychology or a related discipline and strong interests/experience in ID or ASD.

The Nisonger Center was founded in 1966 as an interdisciplinary program of The Ohio State University. The Nisonger Center is a federally-funded University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities. We have an interdisciplinary faculty that includes approximately 95 faculty and staff from more than 15 disciplines including: psychology, applied behavior analysis, psychiatry, pediatrics, dentistry, nursing, special education, early childhood education, social work, speech & language pathology, occupational therapy, physical therapy, public health, audiology, and parent advocacy. Our commitment is to excellence in teaching, services, and research. 

Our Mission:  The mission of The Ohio State University Nisonger Center is to work with communities to value and support the meaningful participation of people with disabilities of all ages through education, service and research. The Center provides assistance to people with disabilities, families, service providers and organizations to promote inclusion in education, health, employment and community settings.

Our Vision: Through interdisciplinary collaboration we will lead in research, education and service to improve the lives of persons with disabilities, their families and service providers worldwide. 

Our Values: The Nisonger Center incorporates the values of community inclusion, cultural diversity and self-determination across the lifespan.

For more information on how to apply please visit our website at: www.nisonger.osu.edu or email: [email protected]

If interested: send a letter detailing professional interests and goals, CV, and three letters of recommendation to Marc J. Tassé, PhD, Director - Nisonger Center, The Ohio State University, 1581 Dodd Dr. Columbus, OH 43210 or email: [email protected]

Application deadline is April 15, 2010. OSU is an Equal Opportunity/ADA employer.