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Palo Alto Veterans Institute for Research (PAVIR) supports the nation's second largest research program conducted among the VA Hospitals and is looking for a full-timeClinicalResearch Psychologist.The Clinical Research Psychologist will focus on advancing research in Polytrauma and support Principal Investigator, Dr. Odette Harris, with the goal of improving healthcare services and support for veterans. The position involves conducting primary qualitative research, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and integrating results with quantitative research findings. Responsibilities include leading data analysis, performing secondary research, drafting publications, and presenting findings at scientific meetings. The role also involves supporting project management, contributing to grant proposals, and helping shape new research directions to further the field of Polytrauma. BENEFITS PAVIR offersgenerous benefits, including comprehensive health insurance, vision, dental,14 paid holidays, paid vacation time, sick pay, a401(k) with a fully vested 6% company match and 3% profit share, a wellness program, commuter benefits, and professional development training. Plus, we pay for life, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Conduct primary (qualitative) research on Polytrauma, in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams; Lead data analysis and develop findings; Integrate and cross-reference results and protocols with colleagues conducting quantitative research; Conduct secondary research and literature reviews; Create drafts for publication; Present results at scientific meetings and conferences; Apply findings to the development of healthcare services and support for veterans; Providing support for project management, ensuring that research requirements, protocols, schedules, and deliverables are met; Advance research in Polytrauma by contributing to grant proposals and developing new research directions; Other tasks as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS Required:D degree (or equivalent experience); 4 years or more of related experience; Must be able to communicate well with patients with mild to severe TBI; Must already be qualified and trained to deliver therapy, including CBT, for anxiety, PTSD, and other mental health symptoms; Must have experience in delivering one-on-one and group therapy to patients; Must have experience with clinical research management, design, implementation, analysis and reporting. Preferred: Previous experience in a clinical and research environment; Experience with clinical trial and research data management; Experience working with both Veteran and Active Duty/SOF population; ABOUT PALO ALTO VETERANS INSTITUTE FOR RESEARCH (PAVIR) PAVIR facilitates research and education activities conducted at the VA Palo Alto Health Care System. At PAVIR we work with more than 160 uniquely talented medical scientists. We recruit and retain talented employees who believe in making a difference in the lives of others through innovative health research. READY TO JOIN OUR RESEARCH TEAM? If you feel that you would be right for this job, please fill out our initial3-minute, mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you! PAVIR is a nonprofit foundation affiliated with the Veterans Affairs Palo Alto Health Care System (VAPAHCS). As a condition of employment, all PAVIR employees are required to have an approved appointment with VAPAHCS andcomplete a background check before they can commence work. PAVIR is pleased to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities, Women, Veterans, and Individuals with a Disability are encouraged to apply. We welcome and encourage diversity in the workplace regardless of race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protectedveteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, please contact jobs@pavir.org - Human Resources department. For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website.

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