Neuropsychologist at DLH Holdings Corp in Silver Spring, MD

Responsibilities

Other responsibilities will include: Provide expertise in cognitive neuroscience and neuropsychological assessment of disorders such as traumatic brain injury (TBI), post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), etc. Provide similar clinical and scientific expertise relevant to research on traumatic brain injury (TBI) Plan, implement and report results of studies on behavioral and cognitive correlates of in Service Members with traumatic brain injury. Attend research meetings, propose/guide research initiatives, and support joint research efforts with allied professions. Coordinate with principal and co-investigators regarding technical and/or clinical problems affecting research efforts. Prepare research protocols and interact with Clinical Investigation Facilities (CIF) and Institutional Review Boards (IRB). Coordinate with the Defense and Veterans Brain Injury Center (DVBIC) Regulatory Affairs department for second-level reviews. May encounter patients who are confused, agitated, or abusive

Qualifications

PhD. degree in Psychology or a related field Must have completed a postdoctoral fellowship including clinical experience in neuropsychological assessment/consultation. Current and unrestricted license to practice psychology Minimum of 4-6 years experience with administration and interpretation of various neuropsychologist tests Knowledge of the principles and theoretical concepts of brain injury pathophysiology, clinical effects and treatment required. General research knowledge with the ability to develop and implement scientifically sound research protocols required. Ability to effectively author professional, peer reviewed journal articles, manuscripts, research grant applications, posters, and research reports required. Ability to select and apply statistical techniques appropriate to the brain injury research protocols) under development and/or application is required. Knowledge of the administrative processes appropriate to the position required. Ability to administer and score neuropsychological (cognitive performance) testing is required. Prior experience within the DoD/VA systems of care strongly preferred. Must adhere to legal, professional and ethical codes with respect to confidentiality and privacy. Must be a US Citizen Must be available to travel locally, regionally and nationally. DLH Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.