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Join our Team of Pioneering Educators

If you're passionate about psychedelic science & education, we'd love to hear from you! OPI educators work remotely, teaching online lectures and designing high-quality teaching materials, as well as in-person at our campus in Joseph, Oregon.

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OPI

We believe that the future of psychedelic therapy hinges on top-tier education.

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If you are passionate about the science of psilocybin therapy, and have a knack for education, we'd be interested in hearing from you. 

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Our instructors typically hold advanced degrees, such as MDs or PhDs in neuroscience, psychotherapy, or related fields; and most importantly have strong backgrounds in education. Jobs typically include a combination of:

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  • Curriculum development

  • Creation of asynchronous education content, including video, audio, and graphic educational materials

  • Synchronous (Zoom) Instruction

  • In-person practicum training

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Due to the nature of our program, this work is part-time and contracted, with salaries starting at $75/hr. 

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Positions

Position 1: Instructor (Remote)​

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Type: Contracted

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Salary: $75/hr

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About: Our program entails 60 hours of live lectures per cohort, as well as 60 hours of asynchronous learning. The material covers a range of topics, including but not limited to:

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  • Psilocybin Pharmacology & Neuroscience

  • Clinical Psilocybin Research

  • Indigenous Psychedelic  Practices

  • Cultural Equity in Relation to Psilocybin Services

  • Safety, Ethics and Facilitator Responsibilities

  • Core Facilitation Skills

  • Preparation and Orientation

  • Administration of Psilocybin

  • Integration

  • Group Psilocybin Sessions

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As a remote instructor, you'll be responsible for a combination of:

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  • Updating our curriculum as new research and data develop

  • Creating asynchronous education content, including video, audio and graphic educational materials

  • Synchronous (Zoom) Instruction

  • Tracking student progress

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Qualifications:
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  • Advanced degree (MD or PhD preferred) with focus on psychiatry, psychology, neuroscience, or related field

  • Professional experience working with psilocybin

  • Professional teaching experience 

Position 2: Practicum Instructor​

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Type: Contracted

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Salary: $75/hr

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About: Our program culminates with 40 hours of hands-on learning, which takes place over five intensive days. As a Practicum Instructor, you'll be responsible for helping our students apply their knowledge and practice the skills necessary to facilitate psilocybin sessions safely and effectively. This education includes:

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  • Proper client screening

  • Conducting a client interview

  • Conducting preparation sessions (individual and group)

  • Conducting administration sessions (individual and group)

  • Conducting integration sessions (individual and group)

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Qualifications:
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  • Advanced degree (MD or PhD preferred) with focus on psychiatry, psychology, neuroscience, or related field

  • Professional experience leading psilocybin sessions in individual and group settings

  • Professional teaching experience 

Apply

To apply, please send us an email at:​ zach@oregonpsych.com

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In addition to telling us which position you're applying for, please include the following:

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  • Cover Letter, including the following:

    • Description of why you're passionate about psychedelic science

    • Relevant work with psilocybin and/or other psychedelics

  • Curriculum Vitae

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Please note: All applications will remain confidential.

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If you have any questions regarding the application process, please don't hesitate to reach out any time!

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