"LGBTQ Mental Health Postdoctoral Associate in NYC"

Location

New York, NY

Open Date

Dec 17, 2025

Deadline

Dec 16, 2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

Description

The Yale LGBTQ Mental Health Initiative, part of the Yale School of Public Health, is seeking a postdoctoral associate to become involved in research pertaining to LGBTQ individuals’ mental health, involving epidemiological studies, clinical trials, and implementation science. The postdoctoral associate will apply advanced statistical analytic, manuscript writing, and project coordination skills across these tasks, while also playing a key role in the day-to-day operations of a dynamic team of faculty, research scientists, and students committed to advancing LGBTQ mental health through research (https://medicine.yale.edu/lgbtqmentalhealth/). Approximately one day of clinical intervention delivery and supervision in the context of clinical trials is also expected.

This position is supported by a combination of federal, foundation, and internal funds. The position can provide postdoctoral clinical hours and supervision necessary for licensure as a psychologist in New York and other states.

This position takes place in-person from our community-based research lab, located in Midtown Manhattan, easily accessible by public transportation.

Qualifications

Successful candidates will possess a doctoral degree in clinical or counseling psychology or a related clinical science field. Candidates must possess highly advanced quantitative training, theoretical and practical knowledge of cognitive-behavioral therapy, experience working with the LGBTQ community, experience treating diverse mental health and substance use problems, excellent scientific writing skills, excellent verbal communication and presentation skills, careful attention to detail, a commitment to ongoing development of scientific skills, including through statistical and methodological coursework as necessary, and demonstrated ability to mentor research assistants and junior colleagues.

Application Instructions

Please apply online.

Interested applicants should submit a copy of their CV; a cover letter outlining evidence of the above requirements; and the contact information of three professional references. 

For additional information, please contact Dr. John Pachankis (john.pachankis@yale.edu). Anticipated start is August 1, 2026, but potentially flexible.

Competitive salary and fringe benefits.

Application Process

This institution is using Interfolio's Faculty Search to conduct this search. Applicants to this position receive a free Dossier account and can send all application materials, including confidential letters of recommendation, free of charge.

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