Postdoctoral Fellow

We are pleased to announce an opening for a Postdoctoral Fellow at one of our 19 Mindcolor locations!
 

At Mindcolor ABA, we believe in quality, transparency, and compassion in everything we do. This is more than a fellowship—it’s a chance to grow, lead, and make a meaningful impact in the lives of clients and the field at large.

Location: Flexible across 19 Mindcolor centers in 5 states- relocation assistance available | Full-Time | One-Year Appointment (with potential for extension)

Mindcolor ABA is seeking a passionate and driven Postdoctoral Fellow to join our mission-driven team. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage in meaningful, client-facing clinical work while also contributing to applied research, systems improvement, and professional writing initiatives. Candidates currently completing their dissertations are encouraged to apply—we offer dedicated space and infrastructure to support research completion.

Responsibilities:

This hybrid clinical-research position is designed for someone who is deeply committed to high-quality care and also enthusiastic about furthering the field of applied behavior analysis. Under the mentorship of Dr. Amber Valentino, Chief Clinical Officer, you will:

• Deliver direct clinical services to individuals with autism
   
• Participate in applied research projects and contribute to outcome data collection and analysis
   
• Collaborate on scholarly writing and editorial projects, including submissions to peer-reviewed journals
   
• Engage in systems-level initiatives that support the clinical, operational, and strategic goals of the organization
   
• Receive mentorship and collaborate with esteemed members of our Clinical Advisory Board
   

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Clinically Passionate: Dedicated to delivering compassionate, individualized ABA therapy
   
• Research-Driven: Eager to explore applied research within real-world clinical settings
   
• Collaborative & Articulate: Comfortable writing and discussing professional practice topics
   
• Data-Savvy: Skilled in analyzing outcomes and using data to inform clinical decisions
   
• Mentorship-Oriented: Values guidance and seeks opportunities to learn and lead
   
• Organizationally Curious: Interested in broader initiatives around operations, culture, and business strategy
   
• Self-Starter: Motivated to grow personally and professionally within the ABA field

• PhD in Applied Behavior Analysis or related field (or currently completing doctoral dissertation)  
• Active BCBA or BCBA-D certification in good standing  
• Active state licensure (if applicable based on placement)  
• Flexibility regarding location; final placement determined based on mutual preference and organizational needs