Postdoctoral Scholar Research Associate

University of Southern California

Posted: 13 July 2026 - Los Angeles, United States of America

About this opening

The USC Department of Psychiatry is seeking a Postdoctoral Scholar Research Associate to join Dr. Rael Cahn’s Meditation and Psychedelic Therapy Lab. This position involves conducting clinical research on psychedelic-assisted therapy, serving as a therapist and co-facilitator, and contributing to study design and data analysis. Candidates should have a PhD or PsyD in clinical psychology and be licensed or license-eligible in California. The role requires excellent communication skills and a strong interest in psychedelic research and mindfulness-based interventions. The position is fully on-site at the USC Brain and Creativity Institute in Los Angeles, CA, with a salary of $79,000 and a temporary, fixed-term appointment.

Position details

  • Reference: REQ20177779
  • Role area: postdoctoral researcher
  • Employment type: full time
  • Research field: Psychology
  • Research topic: Psychedelic Therapy