Dr. Matthew Aalsma, Vice Chair of Health Services Research and Director of the Adolescent Behavioral Health Research Program in the Department of Pediatrics at Indiana University School of Medicine (IUSM) is currently seeking applications from highly motivated, team-oriented candidates for a research postdoctoral fellowship. The full-time position will focus on honing expertise and research acumen in the areas of adolescent substance use, mental health, traumatic stress, and behavioral interventions for youth and families.

Candidates with interests in developing and implementing applied research projects aimed at improving reach and effectiveness of behavioral health services for young people are encouraged to apply. The fellow will actively participate in implementation, data analysis, and dissemination of findings(manuscripts, presentations) from multiple NIH-funded clinical trials and studies. Additional opportunities include contributing to studies on youth-participatory and community-engaged research as well as behavioral health informatics. The fellow will receive mentorship from faculty investigators toward the development of an independent program of research. Training will be provided in project design, grant writing, and research ethics. Fellows may have the opportunity to gain clinical hours toward licensure through the delivery of clinic- and telehealth-based assessment and treatment services. Salary and benefits are commensurate with NIH rates based on training and years of experience.

The Adolescent Behavioral Health Research Program ( https://medicine.iu.edu/departments/pediatrics/specialties/adolescent-medicine/research/behavioral-health/ ) is a joint effort of IUSM Departments of Pediatrics ( https://pediatrics.iu.edu ) and Psychiatry ( https://psychiatry.medicine.iu.edu ). Core faculty include Matthew Aalsma, PhD; Zachary Adams, PhD; Kathleen Crum, PhD; Ally Dir, PhD; Leslie Hulvershorn, MD; Brigid Marriott, PhD; Casey Pederson, PhD; and Tamika Zapolski, PhD.

Indiana University is a multi-campus public research institution, and a world leader in professional, medical, and technological education with an annual operating budget of $2.1 billion. IUSM is the largest medical school in the United States with a student body that includes over 43% women and 36% ethnic minorities. IUSM scientists and physicians were awarded over $217million in research funding from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) in 2021, setting a school record for research funding for the sixth straight year. Additionally, IUSM provides an interdisciplinary and interactive scientific environment with many multidisciplinary centers and state-of-the-art core facilities.

Indianapolis is a diverse, centrally-located city that lies within 3 driving hours of other major population centers such as Chicago, Cincinnati, and Louisville. It is 14th largest city in the United States and is growing and thriving economically thanks to a strong corporate base anchored by the life sciences. Indiana is home to one of the largest concentrations of health sciences companies in the nation, which contribute over $44 billion annually to the local economy. Our dynamic downtown is a bustling commercial center, entertainment destination and residential neighborhood. The growing residential base is supported by rich amenities and quality of life - the city possesses a variety of professional sports, arts venues and outdoor recreation areas. For additional information on life in Indy, visit http://medicine.iupui.edu/AboutIndy/ .

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

IUSM is committed to being a welcoming campus community and we seek candidates whose research, teaching, and community engagement efforts contribute to robust learning and working environments for all students, staff, and faculty. We invite individuals who will join us in our mission to improve health equity and well-being for all throughout the state of Indiana.

Doctorate or terminal degree required.

Preferred:
PhD in clinical, developmental, counseling, or school psychology; social work; public health; neuroscience, or a closely related field; or MD child and adolescent psychiatrist

- Successful completion of accredited internship, if applicable

- Strong background in quantitative analysis

- Prior experience conducting behavioral health or health services research, as demonstrated by published manuscripts and presentations at scientific meetings

- Team player with strong work ethic and excellent organizational skills

- Commitment to becoming an independent scientist

- Exceptional analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills