la rabida children's hospital

Postdoctoral Fellowship

The Behavioral Sciences Department of La Rabida hosts postdoctoral training fellowships for individuals who have or will soon complete a predoctoral internship program accredited by the American Psychological Association (APA).

Childhood Abuse and Trauma Fellowship
The postdoctoral training fellowship in childhood trauma is awarded to one individual each year.  The fellowship commences on September 1st and is a full-time, benefits eligible position. Clinical responsibilities include:


In addition, the fellow conducts research, teaches, and supervises predoctoral interns.  Qualified applicants must have completed or are currently completing an APA-approved predoctoral internship with child training.  Positions begin September 1st.

For more information regarding this program, contact:


To apply, interested applicants should send a statement of interest, curriculum vitae, and three letters of reference to:

Cathy Mavrolas, Ph.D.
La Rabida Children's Hospital
Behavioral Sciences Department
East 65th Street at Lake Michigan
Chicago, IL 60649