National Center for PTSD Dissemination and Training Division

VA ADVANCED FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM IN MENTAL ILLNESS RESEARCH AND TREATMENT – PTSD Emphasis

VA Palo Alto Health Care System, Palo Alto California 

The National Center for PTSD Dissemination & Training Division (NCPTSD D&T) is accepting applicationfor its two-year Postdoctoral Fellowship Program sponsored by the Office of Academic Affiliations and Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).

The overarching goals in the NCPTSD D&T program are for fellows to develop the full range of skills required for independent functioning as a psychologist; and the skills required to function effectively as a psychologist in a high priority area of health care for veterans (e.g. PTSD).

Primary activities include:

·        75% time in patient oriented research and educational activities

·        25% direct patient care

·        Mentorship based experience where fellows work with a primary and secondary mentor

·        Individualized training

·        Academically rich and vibrant training environment

Academic Affiliation: Stanford University School of Medicine

Applications Deadline: December 21, 2017

·        Send materials to Chetali.gupta@va.gov

Please contact Chetali Gupta, MPH (chetali.gupta@va.gov, 650-493-5000 x25588) for further information.

Detailed information on fellowship program, training, qualifications, and application procedures can be found at:

http://www.paloalto.va.gov/services/mental/ncptsdfellowship.asp

Fellowship Webpage:https://www.paloalto.va.gov/services/mental/ncptsdfellowship.asp

Application due December 21, 2017