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Clinical Psychology Postdoctoral Fellowship Opportunities in the Psychiatry Department

Clinical Psychology Postdoctoral Fellowship Opportunities in the Psychiatry Department

Postdoctoral Fellowship in Clinical Psychology (2026–2027 Academic Year)
Department of Psychiatry, Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania
The Department of Psychiatry at the University of Pennsylvania’s Perelman School of Medicine is seeking candidates for postdoctoral fellowship positions beginning Fall 2026. The Department is a leading academic medical center housing multiple general and specialty clinics that provide evidence-based mental health services to a diverse patient population.
Depending on placement, postdoctoral fellows will join multidisciplinary teams of psychologists, psychiatrists, licensed clinical social workers, and psychiatric nurse practitioners for a one- to two-year, full-time clinical training fellowship designed to prepare them for independent clinical practice in academic medical or specialty care settings.

Supervision
All postdoctoral fellows receive at least two hours of individual supervision per week, fulfilling licensure requirements for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

Eligibility
Applicants must have completed:

An APA-accredited doctoral program in Clinical Psychology
An APA-accredited predoctoral internship
Candidates should demonstrate strong qualifications in clinical training, academic performance, and professional conduct.

Benefits
The University of Pennsylvania offers a competitive stipend and comprehensive benefits package, including:

University-provided health insurance
Generous paid time off
Access to university resources and professional development programs

For additional information, visit the Penn Biomedical Postdoctoral Programs website.

Available Fellowship Tracks (2026–2027)

Application Process
To apply, please complete the application linked below.
If you wish to be considered for multiple tracks, please submit a separate application for each.
The University of Pennsylvania is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Candidates from diverse and underrepresented backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.