Postdoctoral Fellow in Clinical Psychology, Suicide Research
Harvard University
USD 67,600-80k / year
Posted on Feb 3, 2026
Position
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| Title | Postdoctoral Fellow in Clinical Psychology, Suicide Research |
|---|---|
| School | Faculty of Arts and Sciences |
| Department/Area | Psychology |
| Position Description | Professor Matthew Nock and the Nock Lab in the Department of Psychology at Harvard University invites applications for a Postdoctoral Fellow position in Clinical Psychology. The Postdoctoral Fellow will be involved in research initiatives focused on improving the translation of the advances made in the understanding, prediction, and prevention of youth suicide – with the goal of dramatically raising the standard of care for the acute/inpatient treatment of youth determined to be at risk for suicide. These initiatives will include a focus on implementing a new monitoring and intervention system aimed at enhancing treatment during the inpatient pathway of care. Responsibilities: 1. Conduct research in clinical psychology. 2. Publish and present research findings in high-quality scientific journals and conferences. 3. Collaborate with faculty, researchers, and students on interdisciplinary research projects. 4. Contribute to the preparation of research proposals. 5. Participate in teaching and mentoring activities for undergraduate and graduate students. This is a one-year term position with possibility of renewal dependent upon job performance and continued availability of funding. The Department of Psychology sits within the Division of Social Science, which is strongly committed to creating and supporting a diverse workforce. Respect and fairness, kindness and collegiality, and trust and transparency are among the values we espouse and promote in our workplace culture. We work hard to ensure a healthy, inclusive, and positive environment where everyone does their best work in support of Harvard’s mission. Learn more about our commitment to diversity, inclusion, and belonging in our departmental diversity statement. |
| Basic Qualifications | 1. A Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology or a related field. 2. Demonstrated record of research achievement and experience in the collection and analysis of clinical data. 3. Strong written and oral communication skills. 4. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. |
| Additional Qualifications | Experience focused on youth suicide/mental health preferred. |
| Special Instructions | Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, CV, a brief research proposal, and two to three references’ names and contact information through the ARIeS Portal. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. For more information, please visit the Nock Lab and Department of Psychology websites, or contact the department directly. Please note: This position is contingent upon funding and satisfactory performance. |
| Contact Information | Dr. Amy Ahn (yahn@fas.harvard.edu), Associate Research Director, Nock Lab, Department of Psychology, Harvard University. |
| Contact Email | yahn@fas.harvard.edu |
| Salary Range | $67,600-$80,000 Pay offered to the selected candidate is dependent on factors such as years of experience, training or qualification, field of scholarship, and accomplishments in the field. |
| Minimum Number of References Required | 0 |
| Maximum Number of References Allowed | 3 |
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