Haijing Wu Hallenbeck

Bio

Haijing Hallenbeck, PhD, is a research investigator at the National Center for PTSD Dissemination & Training Division at VA Palo Alto Health Care System. She is also an Instructor (Affiliated) in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Stanford University School of Medicine. She received her PhD in Clinical Psychology from Washington University in St. Louis and completed her predoctoral clinical internship and postdoctoral research fellowship at VA Palo Alto Health Care System. Funded by VA Career Development Awards, Dr. Hallenbeck's research focuses on PTSD and depression and their impact on psychosocial functioning. She studies how to leverage digital health technology (e.g., mobile apps) and analytic tools (e.g., network analysis) to provide timely and personalized assessments and interventions. Email: haijing.hallenbeck@stanford.edu


- Currently recruiting a full-time research assistant -

I am hiring a full-time research coordinator to assist with a VA-funded study based at the Menlo Park VA campus, ideally starting in October 2026. The study involves building and testing a mobile health intervention to improve symptoms and functioning in Veterans with PTSD and depression. Responsibilities include: recruiting, screening, and scheduling participants; conducting in-person study visits; and managing data and assisting with data analysis and manuscript preparation. On-site work is required. Experience conducting clinical interviews (e.g., SCID-5) is a plus but not required. High attention to detail and strong interpersonal and organizational skills are desired. The research assistant will also support other studies involving mobile health assessments or interventions in a Veteran population. Additionally, they will receive research mentoring and other opportunities for professional development (e.g., presenting at conferences). This position is an ideal fit for aspiring applicants to graduate or medical school looking to gain research experience at the intersection of mental health and technology.

Basic Requirements:
•Must be a U.S. Citizen and authorized to work in the U.S.
•Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Psychology, Neuroscience, Social Sciences, Public Health, or related field
•At least one year of previous research experience

Job Type: Full-time, W2

Position Duration: Minimum commitment of one year, preferred commitment of three years

Salary Range: $63,081-$77,161, depending on degree (Bachelor’s or Master’s) and experience

To be considered for the position, please email Dr. Hallenbeck with a cover letter and resume/CV, along with contact information for two references. Review of materials will be conducted on a rolling basis until the role is filled.