
Cognitive Behavioral Therapist
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UW-Madison seeks a part-time Researcher for the CBT+ Clinical Research Trial, a study examining Cognitive Behavioral Therapy combined with physical exercise or a comparison condition for depression. The role delivers standardized CBT to participants and supports research protocols, data collection, study coordination, and participant engagement. Training and consultation in CBT for depression are provided, and the schedule is flexible, with sessions gradually increasing to approximately 10–15 per week.
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JOB REQUIREMENTS: Current Employees: If you are currently employed at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process. Job Category:Academic Staff Employment Type:Terminal (Fixed Term) Job Profile:Researcher II Job Summary: We are seeking a part-time Researcher to join the CBT+ Clinical Research Trial, a National Institute of Mental Health-funded study examining the effectiveness of combining standardized Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with physical exercise or a comparison condition for the treatment of depression. This position will contribute to the implementation of research protocols and the collection of clinical research data by delivering standardized Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to study participants. Working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary research team, the Researcher will support study coordination, participant engagement, and protocol adherence. Key responsibilities include systematically assessing depressive symptoms and suicidality outcomes in accordance with established study protocols, maintaining accurate and confidential research documentation, and supporting data integrity and regulatory compliance. The successful candidate will receive training and consultation in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for depression and follow a manualized treatment plan for all sessions. This part-time position offers a flexible schedule, with participant sessions gradually increasing to approximately 10-15 per week, each lasting 50 minutes, in addition to research team meetings, training, consultation, documentation, and other study-related activities. Preference will be given to candidates with afternoon and evening availability. Compensation is provided for therapy sessions as well as other activities required for this position (e.g., training, consultation, documentation). Duties: Provides individual counseling to participants struggling with depressive symptoms. Evaluate depressive symptoms, including suicidality, in each session. Maintain confidentiality and professionalism. Creates and maintains research records related to therapy sessions. Participate in a... For full info follow application link. The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. If you need to request an accommodation because of a disability, you can find information about how to make a request at the following website: https://employeedisabilities.wisc.edu/disability-accommodation-information-for-applicants/ ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: ipc.us/t/8E889D75B69F4B27
How this job compares
Set against the 4,869 open Researcher jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 31, 2026.
- Pay
- This postingNot listed
- US median$100–150K/yr2,231 salary ranges
- US median$25–36/hr367 hourly ranges
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 96 open Researcher jobs in Wisconsin and 4,869 across the US. 2% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
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- Experience
- Researcher postings that state a minimum ask for 4 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 2 to 5 years (1,605 postings).
- Education
- 3,299 of the 4,869 open Researcher jobs (68%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
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