Research Psychologist
The Parsons Research Center for Psychedelic Healing conducts clinical trials of
psychedelic-assisted therapies for a range of indications with civilians and veterans. Our
research takes place at our Center on the upper west side of Manhattan and the James J
Peters VA Medical Center in the Bronx. We are seeking a Research Psychologist to join our
team and contribute to the implementation and development of research studies on
psychedelic assisted therapy. The Psychologist will conduct diagnostic evaluations,
provide psychedelic assisted therapy, and support study trial operations. There will be
opportunities to contribute to manuscript preparation. This position will provide the
opportunity for training and clinical experience in the provision of psychedelic therapy (e.g.,
MDMA, psilocybin).
Responsibilities:
• Function as individual or co-therapist for patients engaging in psychedelic-assisted
therapies, including preparation, treatment and integration sessions
• Conduct structured psychiatric clinical assessments (e.g., SCID, MINI)
• Support study operations and other research tasks as needed
• Work collaboratively with Center team, including clinical and research staff
Skills and Experience:
• 2+ years of experience
• NYS licensure
• Experience conducting structured psychiatric clinical assessments (e.g., SCID,
MINI)
• Excellent therapeutic, interpersonal, and communication skills
• Attention to detail and documentation with accountability and compliance with
required procedures
• Flexibility, collaborative stance, able to adapt to changing procedures and context
• Able to work in a team and independently
Additional Desired Experience (not required):
• Completion of a psychedelic assisted therapy training program
• Experience conducting psychedelic-assisted therapy or working with patients in
non-ordinary states of consciousness
• Expertise in PTSD and trauma-related conditions
• Experience working in human subject research
• Knowledge of GCP (Good Clinical Practice) and GDP (Good Documentation
Practice)
Work location: the Research Psychologist will work onsite at both Center locations in Manhattan
and the Bronx. Some remote work may be allowed on an ad hoc basis.