Positions Other Than Postdoctoral

Two junior faculty to serve as project directors for two 5-year NIH-funded Harvard Medical School randomized trials in Boston area and Worcester. Studies compare behavioral couples therapy (BCT) vs. individual treatment for substance abuse patients. One project studies BCT with female drug patients; the other examines group BCT with alcoholic patients.

Requires doctorate in psychology or related field, and excellent skills in managing project, staff, & data; & in data analysis & writing. Prefer scientist practitioner clinical psychologist (licensed or licensed-eligible) or outstanding non-clinician researcher with relevant experience. Prefer demonstrated success in clinical sample recruitment, experience in large complex project, publications, grant writing experience.

Seeking individuals with career interest in families and addiction research (e.g., couple and family therapy, IPV, child adjustment) to be a major collaborator on this and related research. Career development opportunities include publishing from extensive archival data-sets and taking part in future work on dissemination of BCT. Application reviews will begin Nov 15, 2009 and will continue until positions are filled.

To apply, submit a single PDF file (with your last name as file name) containing a cover letter, vita, names of 3 references to Timothy O’Farrell, Ph.D., Families and Addiction Program, Harvard Psychiatry Dept by email to: timothy_ofarrell@hms.harvard.edu with cc to leslie_reid@hms.harvard.edu. Informal inquiries are welcome.

Harvard University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

POSTED: 11/13/09

The Department of Psychology, College of Arts and Sciences, at the University of South Carolina invites applications for the position of Chair of the Department.  We seek a distinguished scholar with an active research program to lead the department in a time of significant opportunity.  A record of academic administrative accomplishment is desirable.  Candidates should be eligible for appointment at the rank of full professor.  The research area of the applicant should enhance the current strengths of the department (neuroscience, child/family research). Chair appointments are typically for 3 to 5-year terms and may be renewed once.

POSTED: 11/3/09

We are seeking applicants for a Research Faculty position (non-tenure track) at the University of Maryland (College Park) jointly funded by the Center for Substance Abuse Research (http://www.cesar.umd.edu/) and the Center for Addictions, Personality, and Emotion Research (http://www.addiction.umd.edu/) within the Psychology Department. The position is open to applicants across the range of disciplines in the social sciences and public health, but the successful applicant will have a strong publication record and previous grant writing experience in addictions. Responsibilities will include bridging addictions research programs across the two Centers including collaboration on existing research, grant writing, and manuscript preparation. Other opportunities include student supervision and development of independent research. The position may begin anytime between February 1, 2009 and September 1, 2010 based on the availability of the applicant. To apply, please send electronic copies of the following materials to both Eric Wish at ewish@cesar.umd.edu and Carl W. Lejuez at clejuez@psyc.umd.edu: 1) Updated CV; 2) Three Reprints; and 3) Two letters of recommendation (sent directly from the letter writers). Please include Research Faculty Position as the Subject heading of the email. Applications received by November 1, 2009 will receive best consideration but applications will be accepted until the position has been filled. Salary commensurate with experience. The University of Maryland is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer with a commitment to racial, cultural, and gender diversity. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

POSTED: 10/19/09

The Behavioral Neuroscience program within the Department of Psychology at Binghamton University invites applicants for a tenure-track position at the assistant professor level to begin no later than Fall, 2010. Applicants who have not previously held a tenure-track position and who have a background and interest in alcohol research are invited to apply. Of particular interest are candidates with expertise that would complement existing research interests of the Behavioral Neuroscience program at Binghamton as well as those of the Developmental Effects of Alcohol Research Center (DEARC), a NIAAA-funded center that unites researchers at SUNY Upstate Medical Center in Syracuse, Binghamton University and other institutions in upstate New York for the conduct of interdisciplinary investigations of fetal/adolescent alcohol exposure. Successful candidates will be expected to establish an independent research program capable of attracting external funding and demonstrate a commitment to undergraduate and graduate teaching.
More information about the Department is available at: http://www2.binghamton.edu/psychology.

Binghamton University is one of the four University Centers within the State University of New York (SUNY) system, and has an enrollment of over 14,000 students, of which 20% are graduate students. The campus is located on 887 acres (including a 350 acre nature preserve) above the Susquehanna River, and received the highest "green" rating in the Princeton Review's ranking of colleges by environmental sustainability. Greater Binghamton is a community of about 250,000 with low crime and low housing costs, an employment base dominated by electronics and health care, and surrounded by the forested hills, orchards and vineyards of upstate New York.

CONTACT: Send a statement of research and teaching interests, curriculum vitae, reprints, and three letters of recommendation either: (a) by e-mail to gdaniels@binghamton.edu; include "BNS faculty position" in header; or (b) by sending a hard-copy to: BNS Faculty Search Committee, Psychology Department, Binghamton University, Box 6000, Binghamton, NY 13902-6000. Applications will be reviewed as received. Binghamton University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

POSTED: 10/14/09

A Projects Director position is open for a postdoctoral/research faculty level individual to develop expertise in stress and substance abuse at the Department of Psychiatry, Yale University School of Medicine. Suitable candidates will oversee several projects to examine the sex-specific factors in stress and substance abuse, stress-induced alcohol and drug craving states and medication development studies to decrease stress dysregulation and improve addiction treatment outcomes. Excellent opportunities for research development, including participation in laboratory, neuroimaging and clinical outcomes studies to understand brain, behavior and treatment outcome interactions in the relationship between stress and addiction. /Required qualifications/: M.D. or Ph.D. in clinical/ research area, including experimental psychology/behavioral neuroscience field with a commitment to a research career in substance abuse, and U.S. citizenship or permanent resident status. Faculty appointment and salary determined on basis of experience and qualifications. Send CV or direct inquiries to Rajita Sinha, Ph.D., Yale Stress Center, 2 Church Street South, New Haven, CT 06519, 203-737-5015, e-mail Rajita.Sinha@yale.edu

POSTED: 9/10/09

The Pharmaceutical Sciences Division of the Mylan School of Pharmacy and the Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Sciences seek to fill a tenure-track assistant professorship. Candidates with expertise in pharmacology will be given priority; cross-training in pharmaceutics, medicinal chemistry or another closely related field is welcomed. The Division’s pharmacology expertise centers on the molecular and behavioral pharmacology of both cancer and CNS disorders. Postdoctoral experience is required; a pharmacy background is desirable. Applicants should possess a Ph.D. degree in a suitably related field. Successful candidates will be expected to teach in the Doctor of Pharmacy program and M.S./Ph.D. graduate programs and to develop extramurally funded research programs. Applicants must be willing to contribute actively to the mission and to respect the Spiritan Catholic identity of Duquesne University. The mission is implemented through a commitment to academic excellence, a spirit of service, moral and spiritual values, sensitivity to world concerns, and an ecumenical campus community. Applicants should submit a letter of intent accompanied by curriculum vitae, a summary of research interests, and three letters of reference to FacultyJobs@duq.edu, or to Dr. C. K. Surratt, Chair, Pharmaceutical Sciences Search Committee, Duquesne University, 410A Mellon Hall, 600 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15282. Phone: 412-396-6315. Fax: 412-396-4660. E-mail: surratt@duq.edu. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

For more information about the Mylan School of Pharmacy, the Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Duquesne University, visit our Web site at www.pharmacy.duq.edu.

Duquesne University was founded in 1878 by its sponsoring religious community, the Congregation of the Holy Spirit. Duquesne University is Catholic in mission and ecumenical in spirit. Motivated by its Catholic identity, Duquesne values equality of opportunity both as an educational institution and as an employer.

POSTED: 9/10/09

TWO OPENINGS -- West Virginia University’s Department of Psychology (www.psychology.wvu.edu) invites applications for tenure-track Assistant Professor or Associate Professor positions beginning August 2010 in Behavioral Neuroscience and Clinical Child Psychology. The Behavioral Neuroscience position will require an active research program in the biological bases of behavior (particular areas of interest include the psychobiology or developmental psychobiology of emotion, affective processes, states of consciousness, sleep and sleep disorders, circadian rhythmicity, and memory). Requirements for the Clinical Child position include a behavioral orientation, degree from an APA accredited program, completion of an APA accredited internship, and license eligibility in West Virginia; area of research specialization is open. Both positions require a Ph.D. by the starting date and evidence of strong potential in research and teaching. For applicants at the Associate level, a history of external grant support is expected. Regardless of rank, responsibilities include undergraduate and graduate teaching (including student research supervision and, for the Clinical Child position, practicum supervision) and research. Interests in, and qualifications for, teaching advanced methodology courses will be viewed favorably. Obtaining significant external research support will be expected. (More...)

POSTED: 9/10/09

The University of Michigan Department Of Psychiatry is seeking a full-time, board-certified or board-eligible addiction psychiatrist for a tenure stream, academic track appointment in its Substance Abuse Section.  Although the position is currently listed at the assistant professor level, applicants at all ranks will be considered.  Candidates with a strong background in either neurobiology of addiction or in clinical trials research are especially encouraged to apply.  Applicants should have a record of peer-reviewed publication and early programmatic research activity that indicates promise for research funding at the national level.  In addition to the research involvement, professional activity will include direct outpatient care with the University of Michigan Addiction Treatment Services (UMATS), the Section’s clinical treatment facility, as well as teaching psychiatry residents, medical students, and addiction psychiatry fellows.  This position provides an outstanding research environment for an academic track career with a highly productive and collaborative faculty.  The Section is home to more than a dozen faculty and research scientists.  Its Addiction Research Center is currently the base for over 20 projects focused on the etiology, course, treatment, and outcome of substance abuse disorders; moreover, substance abuse research accounts for more than 40 percent of the department’s total research activity.  The Section has two NIH post-doctoral/post-residency research training programs, an ACGME certified Addiction Psychiatry Training program, and exceptionally strong collaborative relationships both within the Medical School and with other segments the University community.   The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity employer.

 Please send letter of interest and C.V. to:

Robert A Zucker, PhD
Director, Substance Abuse Section and Addiction Research Center
Department of Psychiatry
University of Michigan
Rachel Upjohn Bldg, Campus Zip: 5740
4250 Plymouth Rd
Ann Arbor, MI  48109-2700
734-232-0280

Email: shauncie@med.umich.edu

POSTED: 7/28/09

The Department of Psychiatry and Human Behavior at the University of Mississippi Medical Center invites applications for a tenure-track, faculty position at the assistant or associate professor rank to work as part of the APA-approved Psychology Residency (internship) Training Consortium. The consortium has a long and prestigious history of training productive researchers and training is based on a scientist-practitioner model. The University of Mississippi Medical Center is the only academic health center in the State of Mississippi.

Applicants should have a doctoral degree in clinical psychology from an APA-accredited program and have completed an APA-approved internship. We are particularly interested in applicants who will collaborate with psychology faculty and faculty across other departments in established areas of research (e.g., behavioral medicine, smoking, substance abuse, PTSD, personality disorders, pediatric, child, and adolescent psychology, obesity, health disparities, depression, psychiatric neuroscience, etc.). Formal postdoctoral training and experience are desirable but not a requisite. Applicants are expected to have a record of scholarly productivity. Responsibilities will include maintaining scholarly productivity (i.e., peer-reviewed publications), attracting extramural research funding (e.g., NIH), provision of clinical service, supervision of trainees, and limited formal lecture/seminar teaching. A commitment to training is necessary to help ensure the continued success of the internship training program. Salary and the research incentive plan are competitive. Review of applicants will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Send a letter of interest, curriculum vita, and three letters of recommendation to Scott F. Coffey, Ph.D. (scoffey@psychiatry.umsmed.edu), Director, Division of Psychology, Department of Psychiatry and Human Behavior, Division of Psychology, University of Mississippi Medical Center, 2500 North State Street, Jackson, MS 39216. The Medical Center invites and strongly encourages applications from women and members of ethnic and racial minorities. Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V.

POSTED: 7/20/09

The Behavioral Health Epidemiology Program of RTI International has an immediate opening for a Genetics Research Scientist to support and expand an NIH funded program of research on the genetic determinants of complex diseases and their interaction with environmental factors. Our research team emphasizes cross-institute and university collaborations to advance understanding of the etiology of substance use disorders, mental disorders and related complex diseases. This position is available in the Research Triangle Park area of North Carolina.

Responsibilities

•   Manage genetic data from genome-wide association studies.
•   Lead and support statistical analysis for GWA and candidate gene research projects, including programming new routines using SAS, R, and special genetic packages.
•   Publish findings in peer reviewed journals in lead and support authorship roles.
•   Assist with managing ongoing data collection activities.
•   Assist with submission of grant proposals.
•   Develop independent extramural funding from new grants and contracts.

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POSTED: 6/25/09

The Center of Excellence on Addiction at New York University Langone Medical Center seeks an accomplished physician investigator to join our team focused on clinical translational research in addictive disorders.  The Center’s scope includes addiction to licit and illicit drugs, alcohol and tobacco as well as addictive behaviors.  The Center fosters translational research amongst a multidisciplinary team of investigators from across the Medical Center, NYU’s Schools and the Center for Neural Science at Washington Square, affiliates at Bellevue and the VA NYHHS and the Nathan S. Kline Institute for Psychiatric Research.  Current research ranges across the translational spectrum from basic and clinical neuroscience, to clinical trials, to treatment settings, health services and public health. 

 Primary responsibilities will include recruitment, assessment and management of volunteers participating in multi-disciplinary projects including medication- and vaccine- development, comorbidity, genetics and epigenetics, HIV/AIDS, neuroimaging and neuroeconomics.  The successful candidate will be expected to develop an independent and collaborative research program that adds to the overall thrust of the Center. 

 Core qualifications include exceptional clinical skills and interest in research directly involving patients; a strong early career track record of scholarship; commitment to build and transition to an independent platform of extramural research funding; career goals consistent with developing an independent but collaborative clinical research program; exceptional interpersonal skills and teamwork; teaching and mentoring skills; project management skills; and excellent written and verbal communication skills. 

Board certification or eligibility in psychiatry or internal medicine, and NY State licensure or eligibility required.  Send cover letter and CV to: john.rotrosen@nyumc.org and to anna.matiashvili@nyumc.org   Please try to schedule an interview with John Rotrosen at the annual meeting in Reno, June 21-24.

NYU School of Medicine is an Affirmative Action Equal Opportunity Employer

POSTED: 6/11/09

The Drug and Chemical Evaluation Section is in the process of hiring 3 Chemists! Vacancy announcement is open now until July 20, 2009.

The Section currently has a staff of 24 scientists of various expertise and disciplines. The Section is responsible for all scientific and technical information on drugs of abuse for the agency. These responsibilities include domestic and international drug and chemical control, quotas, and development and maintainence of forensic analysis databases.

Specifically, this position serves as a technical advisor in chemistry and related physical and biological sciences. Reviews and assesses information from world-wide scientific literature and from sources within DEA, as well as from other federal, state and local sources. Conducts reviews of drugs, chemicals and drug synthesis methods and recommends chemical control actions under the Controlled Substances Act (CSA). Advises the agency on scientific matters pertaining to organic chemistry, regulatory and operational aspects of drug and chemical control. Maintains liaison with scientists and experts in other government agencies, academia, research institutions and industry to promote exchange of information related to drugs and chemicals. Prepares a variety of memoranda, letters, opinions, reports, position papers, and other written documents to support findings and recommendations relating to chemistry for audiences in industry, Congress, Government officials and others. Responds to inquiries and prepares written reports and oral presentations. There is also opportunities for domestic and international travel. (more...)

POSTED: 6/08/09

The Division on Addictions at the Baylor College of Medicine (BCM) Menninger Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences seeks a Director of Outpatient Clinical Trials who will join the faculty at the level of Assistant Professor. Primary responsibilities will involve recruiting and enrolling cocaine-dependent participants for several research protocols for which Dr. Tom Kosten serves as Principle Investigator. The long-term goal is for the candidate to establish an independently-funded research program complementary to those ongoing in the Division.

Within the Division on Addictions, the research, treatment, and educational services include inpatient and outpatient programs with an emphasis in testing novel pharmacotherapies for cocaine and methamphetamine addiction. The candidate will have opportunities for rapid career growth and collaboration with outstanding addiction scientists at BCM and neighboring universities and hospitals (e.g., UT Houston and UTMB Galveston).

The BCM campus is located in Houston, TX – the 4th largest city in the nation, which is highly regarded for its beautiful neighborhoods, many restaurants and coffee shops, bookstores, and cultural and outdoor activities.

Qualified candidates include those with a Ph.D. or M.D. (or both) and should have completed 2+ years of postdoctoral training. A record of scholarship (peer-reviewed publications) and prior funding are highly desirable.

Interested candidates should submit a brief letter of interest and a recent copy of their CV to Richard De La Garza, II, Ph.D. at rg12@bcm.edu. Please also make plans to interview in person with Rich at the annual meeting in Reno during the week of June 20-25.

POSTED: 6/05/09

The Center for Addiction Research at the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, TX, is seeking a Ph.D.-level scientist to serve as the Assistant Director for Research to aid the Director, Dr. Kathryn Cunningham, and faculty of the Center for Addiction Research with oversight and support of research activities. This dynamic position offers a wealth of opportunity for growth, development and advancement of skills in an emergent and productive translational research environment.  

Major responsibilities include:

·    Provide leadership for the center and promote teamwork in translational addiction research

·    Plan, direct, and coordinate an NIH-funded center and other designated research projects in the center

·    Coordinate grant proposal preparation and development

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POSTED: 5/19/09

Our Behavioral and Cellular Neuroscience program at Texas A&M University is expanding. We just hired a senior researcher and hope to hire a second this coming year (to start after 1/1/10). The process is on-going and we are currently reviewing CVs. We are seeking an individual who is internationally recognized as a leader in their field, with a strong record of grant support, an outstanding publication history, and a desire to build a top-level program in neuroscience. Funding and space for this hire have been allocated with the aim of attracting the best in the field, and the position carries the possibility of an endowment. More information about neuroscience at Texas A&M can be found at http://neuroscience.tamu.edu. If you or someone you know would like to learn more about this opportunity, please contact Dr. Mark Packard (mgp@psyc.tamu.edu). To be considered, please send only a copy of your CV.

POSTED: 5/04/09

Interested in joining a dynamic group of biomedical scientists who are researching how HIV/AIDS and cocaine abuse interact on the brain?  We are looking for an energetic and skilled electrophysiologist.  

If you are such a person, and have a Ph.D. in the biomedical sciences, or an M.D. or M.S. degree with research experience, please consider the joint laboratories of Dr. Xiu-Ti Hu and Dr. T. Celeste Napier in the Center for Compulsive Behavior and Addiction, Rush University Medical Center. These highly interactive, NIH-funded labs provide a multidisciplinary research environment located in the modern, state-of-the-art Cohn Research building on the Rush University campus within the Illinois Medical District of downtown Chicago.

This project will involve using a rat model of human cocaine abuse to determine if the neurotoxic effects of HIV viral proteins are exaggerated in cortical neurons (the study does not involve working with viruses).  Cocaine abuse is frequent among those afflicted with AIDS, and these individuals show more deficits in cortical brain function than drug-free AIDS patients or HIV-negative cocaine abusers.  We are studying the mechanisms that may contribute to the cocaine addiction/neuroAIDS co-morbidity, and results from this work will help develop novel treatments for this critical health problem.  (More....)

POSTED: 5/04/09

The Department of Behavioral Science in the College of Medicine at the University of Kentucky, is seeking a Research Assistant Professor to work on substance abuse projects with emphasis on the human behavioral pharmacology of commonly abused drugs.  Special emphasis is placed on elucidating behavioral and neuropharmacological mechanisms involved in stimulant abuse, identifying putative pharmacotherapies for the treatment of stimulant abuse and dependence, evaluating individual differences in drug abuse vulnerability and translating basic and applied research for treatment and prevention.  The Department of Behavioral Science is an exciting and productive research environment.  The position is in the non-tenured research title series with an appointment in the Department of Behavioral Science.  (More....)

POSTED: 4/01/09

RTI International’s Substance Abuse Treatment Evaluations and Interventions Research Program

Seeks to Promote Gender Equality while Combating HIV/AIDS in its Global Health Research Initiatives 

The criteria for this position include the following:

·         a doctoral-level senior scientist with 5 or more years of experience

·         expertise in randomized controlled studies, including community-based studies in international settings

·         experience in formative methodology applicable to adapting interventions

·         experience in evaluation design

Preferred:

·         an extensive, relevant list of peer-reviewed publications

·         history of successful extramural funding as principal investigator or project director for large-scale studies or multisite studies

·         able to work in multi-disciplinary teams.

Send Letter of Interest and CV to Dr. Wendee Wechsberg at wmw@rti.org.

For more information: www.rti.org/satei

POSTED: 3/25/09

The University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson, MS has faculty positions available.  Some of these positions may be in the Department of Psychiatry and Human Behavior for individuals with a primary focus on substance abuse research, either basic or clinical.  The department consists of several divisions.  The Division of Neurobiology and Behavior Research includes an NIH-funded Center for Psychiatric Neuroscience and several programs in substance abuse research.  The Division of Psychology houses one of the top clinical psychology clinical internship programs in the country and conducts NIH-funded research in substance abuse.  Across divisions, we have a group of six to eight faculty members with active, funded substance abuse research programs (e.g., NIDA, NIAAA, NIMH).  Our interests range from molecular research with alcohol to animal research to co-morbidity research with human subjects. The faculty positions are traditional tenure-track slots with state-line salaries and could be at any level.  Extramural research support is expected of any member of the faculty primarily engaged in research.  We have a new research building with over 110,000 square feet of new research space.  In addition, we have a very progressive program in place with excellent incentives for obtaining extramural research funding.  Jackson is a mid-sized southern city with a sunny, mild climate and numerous opportunities for recreation.  In addition, larger cities are within easy driving distance.  If you are interested in such a position, please send a brief letter and C.V. to:  William L. Woolverton, Ph.D., Department of Psychiatry and Human Behavior, University of Mississippi Medical Center, 2500 N. State Street, Jackson, MS, 39216, or email these materials to wwoolverton@psychiatry.umsmed.edu. Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V.

POSTED: 2/16/09

The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) is seeking to fill one position within its Office of Extramural Affairs (OEA). The OEA is seeking individuals with expertise in the medical, biological, health, behavioral, or social sciences fields.
The position is advertised as a Health Scientist Administrator, GS-601-13/14 and is open to applicants with a broad knowledge of research that is relevant to substance abuse, ranging from cell biology to health services. Closing date is January 27, 2009. For further information about the position, please contact Dr. Gerald McLaughlin, Chief, Grants Review Branch, OEA, NIDA (301-402-6626, gmclaughlin@nida.nih.gov.) To apply, please go to http://www.usajobs.gov/ and search for vacancy announcement number NIDA-2009-316058-DE (this vacancy is open to all U.S. Citizens and is being concurrently advertised under merit promotion procedures for status candidates under announcement NIDA-2009-316058-MP). For assistance with the application process or confirmation that your application materials were received, please contact Jean Coleman (301-594-1609, colemaje@mail.nih.gov).

POSTED: 1/14/09

Job Title: SR. RESEARCH PROJECT MANAGER - CLINICAL TRIALS
Job ID:    2183068
Location:   McLean Hospital, Belmont, MA
Full/Part Time: Full-Time 
Regular/Temporary: Regular 
Job Description

Working under the very general direction of the Principal Investigator, responsible for all activities of the clinical trial.  Responsible for executing on a daily basis the procedural, managerial, and policy decisions made for the study.  Participates in all decisions made for the study and identifies modifications of existing policies and procedures. Responsible for budget oversight and participates in grant writing and proposals.  Has direct management responsibility of study personnel.  Job will be performed at McLean Hospital and SSTAR in Fall River, MA, and requires ability to drive between sites.  Academic appointment commensurate with candidate’s qualifications. 

This is a NIDA funded Stage II clinical trial to test single gender group therapy versus mixed-gender group therapy for women with substance use disorders.  The study tests a new manual-based woman-focused group therapy for substance use disorders against a standard effective mixed-gender control. Approximately 150 subjects will be enrolled for the 12 week treatment and followed for six months after the treatment is completed.  Secondary aims of the study include testing mediators and moderators of outcome as well as comparing group process in mixed-gender versus single-gender groups. (More.....)

POSTED: 1/08/09

Assistant Professor (tenure track) in addiction research at the Center for Addiction Research at the Psychiatric Research Institute of the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. Join an exciting research team consisting of internationally recognized investigators. The research program is directed at examining the behavioral economics and neuro-economics of addiction. Research dedicated fMRI equipment is available. Individuals will participate in existing funded research and will be supported to acquire their own research support. Send CV or direct inquiries to Warren K. Bickel, Ph.D. Director, Center for Addiction Research, Psychiatric Research Institute, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, 4301 W. Markham St., # 843, Little Rock, AR 72205. Tel: (501) 526-8437. Email: wbickel@uams.edu

POSTED: 12/18/09

Addiction Clinician Scientist Training Program at the Yale School of Medicine Department of Psychiatry offers up to 5 years of salary support and research training in clinical investigations on substance abuse. Clinician scientists will work with an internationally recognized multidisciplinary team of investigators within a NIDA -supported program to provide sustained research career development support. Four areas of research training specialization are targeted for recruitment: 1) medications development or psychopharmacology; 2) neuroimaging; 3) human genetics, and 4) treatment or health services. Faculty mentors and extensive resources exist for each area and include: 1) dedicated inpatient research beds and medication-assisted outpatient programs; 2) modern imaging facilities dedicated to fMRI, PET and SPECT research and genetics laboratories dedicated to addictions; 3) long-standing treatment and health services research centers for cocaine, marijuana, heroin, tobacco, and dual diagnosis.

Positions carry academic appointment of Assistant Professor or Associate Research Scientist with opportunities for seminar teaching and project supervision. Required qualifications: M.D. or Ph.D. in clinical field, commitment to a research career in drug abuse and U.S. citizenship or permanent resident status. Faculty appointment and salary determined on basis of experience and qualifications. Send CV or direct inquiries to Bruce J. Rounsaville, M.D., VA Connecticut, 950 Campbell Ave. (151D), West Haven, CT 06516, 203 937 3486 x 7401, e-mail Bruce.Rounsaville@yale.edu . Yale University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

POSTED: 11/12/08

The Center for Scientific Review (CSR) is seeking exceptional candidates for the position of Director, Division of AIDS, Behavioral and Population Sciences (DABPS). The incumbent will participate in strategic planning activities for the Center’s scientific and management goals, establish principles and practices related to referral and review, and direct the implementation of program and management goals by establishing priorities, coordinating activities, and tracking and reporting progress.

Applicants must possess an M.D., Ph.D., or equivalent degree, as well as senior-level research experience in one or more of the following scientific areas: Biobehavioral and social sciences; health promotion and disease prevention; epidemiology and population sciences; and AIDS related research. Applications must be received by November 26, 2008. For more information, please visit: http://jobsearch.usajobs.gov/ftva.asp?seeker=1&JobID=76842086

POSTED: 11/10/08

The Department of Psychiatry and Biobehavioral Sciences, UCLA invites applications for a Research Psychiatrist to join an active research program that focuses on addictive disorders, especially medication development. The successful candidate will participate in studies that focus on stimulant dependence, adolescent smoking, alcoholism, and potential treatments for these problems. The scientific environment is extraordinarily stimulating, and the ideal candidate is an early-career psychiatrist, who is seeking to develop an academic career within our department. In the Compensated Clinical academic series, the position carries clinical responsibility and requires a California state medical license. To apply, submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, representative reprints and names and addresses of three references (do not send letters) via email to Theresa Caban (tcaban@mednet.ucla.edu) Search Coordinator, Laboratory of Molecular Neuroimaging. UCLA is an EOE.

POSTED: 11/4/08

Job Description

(www.unl.edu/psypage) seeks to fill a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Substance Use and Addiction beginning August 2009. We are particularly interested in candidates with expertise that builds on existing interdisciplinary strengths. Strong candidates in all program areas conducting substance abuse research at any level of analysis will be considered. Responsibilities include maintaining an active program of research, including pursuit of external funding; research supervision of students; and teaching graduate and undergraduate courses. Qualifications include Ph.D. in psychology or equivalent and a record of scholarship in substance use and addiction processes. Review of applications will begin November 28, 2008 and continue until the position is filled. Send letter of application, vita, reprints, and three letters of recommendation to: Rick Bevins, Chair, Addiction Search Committee, Department of Psychology, 238 Burnett Hall, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Lincoln, NE 68588-0308. To be considered for the position, complete the on-line Faculty/Academic Administrative form at http://employment.unl.edu, requisition #080810. The University of Nebraska is committed to a pluralistic campus community through affirmative action, equal opportunity, work-life balance, and dual careers.

POSTED: 11/2/08

The University of Calgary invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Clinical Psychology, commencing July 1, 2009. The successful candidate must be able to develop a strong research program, mentor graduate student research, and contribute to our undergraduate and graduate curricula. We encourage qualified applicants from APA or CPA-accredited programs and internships of all specializations to apply. Our research-oriented department offers a Canadian Psychological Association accredited Ph.D. program in clinical psychology. Current areas of strength include adult clinical psychology, child clinical psychology and health psychology.

We value collegiality, diversity, and strive to create a positive work environment. Candidates are expected to have evidence of scholarly productivity commensurate with experience, the potential to establish and maintain an independent program of research and to be eligible for licensure in the Province of Alberta. Competitive salary and start-up funds are available and international applicants will be considered and are encouraged to apply. Calgary has a population of over 1 million, is situated in the foothills of the Canadian Rocky Mountains, and offers excellent recreational opportunities year round. Among Canada's universities, the University of Calgary is in the top ten in a broad cross-section of measures, including research funding, endowment, graduation of PhD students, fundraising, and the quality of its professoriate. It is located on a modern campus in an attractive residential area, just minutes from downtown.

Please send a letter of interest, and include a current curriculum vitae as well as 3 representative publications, no later than December 15, 2008 to Chair, Clinical Psychology Search Committee, Department of Psychology, 275 Administration Building, University of Calgary, Calgary, Alberta, Canada, T2N 1N4. These materials can also be sent electronically to Clsearch@ucalgary.ca. Three letters of reference are also required, and can be sent under separate cover. For further information, interested applicants can also call +1 (403) 220-3600.

POSTED: 10/8/08

The Department of Psychology and the Neuroscience Program at Temple University are jointly seeking an outstanding candidate in the field of Molecular and Cellular Cognition for a tenure-track appointment for Fall 2009.  The position is at the rank of Assistant Professor. The successful candidate will need to demonstrate an energetic program of externally funded research or the strong likelihood of establishing an externally funded program that derives explanations of cognitive processes that integrate molecular, cellular, and behavioral mechanisms and/or aims to find treatments for cognitive disorders. In addition, the successful candidate should demonstrate the potential to be an effective teacher and research supervisor of topics in Neuroscience and Psychology at the graduate and undergraduate levels.  Applicants should send curriculum vitae, a statement of research plans, a statement of undergraduate and graduate teaching interests, three letters of recommendation, and copies of representative publications to:  Diana S. Woodruff-Pak, Chair, Neuroscience Search Committee, Department of Psychology, Weiss Hall, 1701 N. 13th Street, Temple University, Philadelphia, PA  19122-6085.  Temple is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.  Women and minority candidates are especially encouraged to apply. Applications should be received by November 1, 2008; review of applicants will begin October 1.

POSTED: 09/18/08

The College of Science, at Old Dominion University, is undergoing a major expansion of its research and educational base. At this time, the Department of Psychology is inviting applications for multiple tenure track faculty positions including the Patricia and J. Douglas Perry Chair. This faculty position and its research activities are supported by a state salary line and the Perry Chair endowment. Candidates for the Perry Chair are expected to have an outstanding research program, evidenced by publications, an established record of continuous peer reviewed research funding, and proven ability in teaching and mentoring students and junior colleagues. Also, it is expected that these candidates will contribute through synergy across two or more of the Department’s doctoral research programs including Applied Experimental Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Human Factors Psychology and Industrial/Organizational Psychology.

The Department is also inviting applications for multiple tenure track faculty positions, at all levels, in Industrial/Organizational (with a Personnel emphasis), Clinical, and Human Factors. Candidates for professor or associate professor must show evidence of a strong research program as evidenced by publications and peer reviewed research support and demonstrate a strong teaching record. Candidates at the assistant professor level must demonstrate exceptional promise in building a strong research program and perform high quality teaching. For these positions, competitive salary packages are available. (More...)

POSTED: 09/16/08

The Department of Psychology at Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI) invites applications for an open-rank tenure/tenure-track position in Behavioral Neuroscience in the Psychobiology of Addictions Program, to begin August 1, 2009.  The program seeks an individual who will expand and complement the Psychobiology program’s basic and translational research efforts in alcohol and drug abuse, addictions, and neuroplasticity.  We seek applicants who fit well with the program’s current emphasis on neurobiological, genetic, developmental, and therapeutic aspects of substance abuse, and who bring expertise suited for collaborative initiatives serving the life sciences mission of the IUPUI campus.  We particularly encourage applications from candidates who integrate cellular, molecular, genetic, electrophysiological, neuropharmacological, or neuroimaging methods with behavioral, cognitive, or systems neuroscience approaches to study the causes, consequences, or treatment of alcohol and drug abuse.

Tenure may be offered to senior candidates, depending on the candidate's qualifications. The successful candidate will be expected to maintain an active, externally-funded research program and to contribute to graduate and undergraduate education.  All applicants should provide evidence of a strong, independent program of research that is competitive for external funding, and a commitment to graduate training and undergraduate education in behavioral neuroscience.  Applicants at the Associate or Full Professor level must have a demonstrated record of research excellence, a history of external funding, and a strong record of mentoring trainees.  (More....)

POSTED: 09/12/08

The Drug and Chemical Evaluation Section is in the process of hiring a Chemist (GS-1301 -12/13/14)!

The Section currently has a staff of 24 scientists of various expertise and disciplines. The Section is responsible for all scientific and technical information on drugs of abuse for the agency. These responsibilities include domestic and international drug and chemical control, quotas, and development and maintainence of forensic analysis databases.

Interesting issues, travel, training, permanent position with good salary and benefits!!!

Specifically, this position :

Reviews and appraises information from the world scientific literature and from information sources within DEA, as well as other Federal, State and local sources.

Conducts reviews of drugs, precursor and essential chemicals, and clandestine drug production methods and recommends chemical control actions, and/or exemptions for chemical mixtures under the Controlled Substances Act (CSA).
Advises the agency personnel on scientific matters pertaining to organic chemistry, regulatory and operational aspects of drug/chemical control and participates in these when appropriate.

Maintains liaison with scientists/experts at other government agencies, academic and research institutions and industry to promote the exchange of information related to drug and chemical issues.

Determines the control status of substances under the CSA based on legal and scientific interpretation of the CSA and its regulations

Represents DEA on inter-governmental and other committees, formulates agency responses to new drug abuse or drug and chemical diversion problems. Recommends scientifically defensible positions, presents and defends DEA's position outside the agency. (More.....)

POSTED: 09/04/08

Position Description: The Department of Psychiatry in the School of Medicine, in conjunction with the Institute for Drug and Alcohol Studies, invites applicants for a tenured or tenure-eligible faculty position to serve as Chair of the Division of Addiction Psychiatry. This search is focused on candidates with research interests related to substance abuse problems. Rank (Associate or Full Professor) is open, depending on the qualifications and experience of the selected applicant. If the person selected for this position is a senior leader in the field, there may be opportunities to identify significant other resources, including additional faculty and/or post-doctoral positions that could be included in a recruitment package. This is a 12-month, full time faculty position. This faculty person will be expected to contribute to the teaching, research and service missions of the Department of Psychiatry and possibly other educational and research programs within the university. The ideal candidate should have substantial research experience in basic, treatment and/or services research focused on problems of substance abuse. Candidates are not required to be qualified as treatment providers, although such candidates would be preferred as applicants. Many opportunities exist for clinicians to participate in service delivery in both university- and community-based programs. Opportunities also exist for this faculty person to interact with the multi-disciplinary group of over 45 faculty in the Institute for Drug and Alcohol Studies, who conduct research in such areas as neuroscience, pharmacology, medications development, prevention, treatment, women’s health and psychiatric genetics. More information on the Department of Psychiatry (http://www.vcu.edu/psych/) and the Institute for Drug and Alcohol Studies (http://www.vcu.edu/idas/) are available via the internet. VCU is also home to the Virginia Institute for Psychiatric and Behavioral Genetics (http://www.vipbg.vcu.edu/) which would serve as a rich resource for candidates with interests in these areas. (More...)

POSTED: 09/02/08

The Semel Institute (an interdisciplinary research and education institute devoted to the understanding of complex human behavior) and the Center of Addictive Behaviors at UCLA invite applications for a full-time Associate or Full Professor position in the area of addiction psychiatry. An M.D. degree and an active program in addiction research with an excellent record of publication in the field are required. The successful candidate will lead a research team in behavioral pharmacology and treatment development related to addictions. To apply: submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, representative reprints and names and addresses of three references to Elizabeth Hiramoto, Search Coordinator, Addictive Behaviors Position via email to: Elizabeth Hiramoto (ehiramoto@mednet.ucla.edu) Search Coordinator, Semel Institute by October 31, 2008. UCLA is an EOE.

POSTED: 09/02/08

The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) is seeking to fill one position within its Office of Extramural Affairs (OEA).  The OEA is seeking individuals with expertise in the medical, biological, health, behavioral, or social sciences fields. The position is advertised as a Health Scientist Administrator, GS-601-13/14, with a salary range of $82,961 - $127,442 per year, and is open to applicants with a broad knowledge of research that is relevant to substance abuse, ranging from cell biology to health services.  Closing date is September 19, 2008.  For further information about the position, please contact Dr. Gerald McLaughlin, Chief, Grants Review Branch, OEA, NIDA (301-402-6626, gm145a@nih.gov). To apply, please go to http://www.usajobs.gov/ and search for vacancy announcement number NIDA-08-285627-DE (this vacancy is open to all U.S. Citizens and is also being concurrently advertised under merit promotion procedures for candidates with existing government status under announcement NIDA-08-285627-MP).  For assistance with the application process or confirmation that your application materials were received, please contact Maryann Postorino (301-594-2307, mpostori@mail.nih.gov)

The National Institute on Drug Abuse is one of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), of the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS).  DHHS and NIH are Equal Opportunity Employers.  This position is subject to a background investigation. 

**Status applicants are those individuals who are currently serving on a career or career-conditional appointment, individuals who are eligible for reinstatement, or individuals who are applying under the VEOA program.

POSTED: 08/27/08

Baltimore is searching for a dynamic leader for substance abuse prevention, treatment, and recovery to realize this potential. The position is President and CEO of Baltimore Substance Abuse Systems, Inc. (bSAS), a non-profit, quasi-public agency charged with responsibility for substance abuse in the city. The annual budget is approximately $55 million per year.

The salary range is $110,000 to $130,000 per year, based on experience and salary history. Please send letters of interest to Dr. Joshua M. Sharfstein, Commissioner of Health, 210 Guilford Avenue, Baltimore MD 21202 by September 15, 2008, along with the names of three references. See www.bsasinc.org

POSTED: 08/27/08

THE DEPARTMENT OF PSYCHOLOGY AT WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY invites applications for a permanent, full-time Associate to Full Professor position in clinical psychology on the WSU Pullman campus beginning August 16, 2009. Applicants are sought with established research programs in (a) Behavioral Medicine/Clinical Health Psychology; (b) Clinical Child and Adolescent Psychology; (c) Neuropsychology: or (d) Adult Psychopathology. Candidates must have evidence of (1) a high quality research program in one of the four areas that involves graduate students; (2) high quality undergraduate and graduate teaching; (3) supervision of theses and dissertations; and (4) administrative experience. Candidates must have earned a Ph.D. in clinical psychology, completed an APA-approved internship, and be license eligible in the state of Washington. The successful candidate will need to be able to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in psychology, supervise clinical work conducted by graduate students, supervise the theses and dissertations of graduate students, and establish and maintain a productive research program.

Candidates should send a letter of application, vita, statement of research interests, statement of teaching interests, four reprints, and three letters of recommendation to:

Faculty Search Committee

Clinical Psychology Position
Washington State University
Department of Psychology
PO Box 644820
Pullman, WA 99164-4820

Review of applications will begin on November 3, 2008, and continue until the position is filled.

Washington State University is a moderate-sized (17,000 students) land-grant institution located in Pullman Washington, a small college town in rural southeastern Washington. The clinical psychology program has been accredited by the APA since 1956. A detailed description of the Ph.D. program in clinical psychology, the Ph.D. program in experimental psychology, and the research programs of the faculty in the Department of Psychology may be reviewed at www.wsu.edu/psychology.

WSU employs only US citizens and lawfully authorized non-US citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by US Citizenship and Immigration Services. Washington State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action educator and employer. People of color, women, Vietnam-era or disabled veterans, persons of disability and/or persons age 40 and over are encouraged to apply

POSTED: 08/20/08

The Psychology Department at Washington State University Vancouver seeks a Clinical Psychologist with research expertise in Substance Use/Addictions for a tenure track Assistant Professor position beginning August 16, 2009. The successful candidate will teach courses in addictions diagnosis/treatment and oversee a new minor in addiction studies. Candidates must have the ability to (1) develop and maintain a high quality research program; (2) teach high quality undergraduate courses in Psychology including substance use/abuse; and (3) mentor undergraduate and graduate students. Preferred qualifications include research or clinical experience with substance use in Native American or other ethnic populations. Candidates must have earned a Ph.D. in clinical psychology, completed an APA-approved internship, and be license eligible in the state of Washington. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. Washington State University Vancouver is part of a multi-campus comprehensive land grant institution committed to teaching, research and community service. The Vancouver campus (est. 1989) serves approximately 2400 undergraduate and graduate students in the southwest area of the state. Enrollment is expected to increase to 6,000 students in the coming years. The campus is located in the Portland, Oregon metropolitan area—a region rated as the number one place to live in America by Money Magazine (Dec. 2000). A description of the campus and Psychology Department is available at www.vancouver.wsu.edu/

Review of applications will begin on December 4, 2008, although the position will remain open until filled. Candidates must submit TWO copies of a letter of application, vita, statement of research interests, statement of teaching interests, relevant reprints, and three letters of recommendation to:

Dr. Michael Morgan
Clinical Psychology Position
Washington State University Vancouver
14204 NE Salmon Creek Ave.
Vancouver, WA 98686

WSU employs only US citizens and lawfully authorized non-US citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by US Citizenship and Immigration Services. Washington State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmation Action educator and employer. People of color, women, Vietnam-era or disabled veterans, persons of disability and/or persons age 40 and over are encouraged to apply.

POSTED: 08/20/08

OPEN PERIOD: Tuesday, August 12, 2008
to Tuesday, September 02, 2008 

POSITION INFORMATION: Full Time Permanent

DUTY LOCATIONS:     1 vacancy - Rockville

POSTED: 08/20/08

The Department of Psychology at Temple University is seeking two outstanding clinical psychologists for tenured or tenure-track appointments for Fall 2009. One position is at the rank of either Assistant or Associate Professor, and the second position is at the rank of Assistant Professor. Successful candidates will need to demonstrate an energetic program of externally-funded research in any area of clinical psychology, or in the case of junior applicants, the likelihood of establishing such an externally-funded research program. In addition, successful candidates should demonstrate the potential to be effective teachers within our graduate and undergraduate programs. Candidates should have the training necessary to provide clinical supervision to graduate students. Preference will be given to candidates with a Ph.D. in clinical psychology from an APA-accredited program and who are licensed or license-eligible in Pennsylvania. Applicants should send curriculum vitae, a statement of research plans, a statement of undergraduate and graduate teaching interests, three letters of recommendation, and copies of representative publications to: Philip C. Kendall, Chair, Clinical Psychology Search Committee, Department of Psychology, Weiss Hall, 1701 N. 13th Street, Temple University, Philadelphia, PA 19122-6085. Temple is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer: women and minority candidates are especially encouraged to apply. Applications should be received by November 1, 2008; review of applicants will begin October 1.

POSTED: 08/19/08

The Department of Psychology and the Neuroscience Program at Temple University are jointly seeking an outstanding candidate in the field of Molecular and Cellular Cognition for a tenure-track appointment for Fall 2009. The position is at the rank of Assistant Professor. The successful candidate will need to demonstrate an energetic program of externally funded research or the strong likelihood of establishing an externally funded program that derives explanations of cognitive processes that integrate molecular, cellular, and behavioral mechanisms and/or aims to find treatments for cognitive disorders. In addition, the successful candidate should demonstrate the potential to be an effective teacher and research supervisor of topics in Neuroscience and Psychology at the graduate and undergraduate levels. Applicants should send curriculum vitae, a statement of research plans, a statement of undergraduate and graduate teaching interests, three letters of recommendation, and copies of representative publications to: Diana S. Woodruff-Pak, Chair, Neuroscience Search Committee, Department of Psychology, Weiss Hall, 1701 N. 13th Street, Temple University, Philadelphia, PA 19122-6085. Temple is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Women and minority candidates are especially encouraged to apply. Applications should be received by November 1, 2008; review of applicants will begin October 1.

POSTED: 08/19/08

Children and Family Futures (CFF) is seeking an experienced Research Associate to manage evaluation projects and provide technical assistance to federally-funded research projects across the U.S. The Research Associate will be a crucial member of CFF’s Research and Evaluation Division, and will report to the Director of Evaluation.

A special programmatic focus of this position will be evaluating the effectiveness of cross-system collaboration efforts among the alcohol and other drug, child welfare, and court systems. Responsibilities will include coordination of evaluation activities, development of initiatives around technical assistance requests, facilitation of topic- specific work groups, and support to various program and system evaluation activities.

Eligible candidates will have a Master’s or higher degree in social work or a related field, with a minimum of 2 – 3 years experience in social service research or evaluation

This position will be based in the Children and Family Futures Office in Irvine, California. (More...)

POSTED: 08/15/08

The Semel Institute (an interdisciplinary research and education institute devoted to the understanding of complex human behavior) and the Integrated Substance Abuse Programs at UCLA invite applications for the position of Associate Director of the Integrated Substance Abuse Programs at UCLA.  This position will be a Full Professor position in the area of addiction research and teaching.  A Ph.D. degree and an active program in addiction research with an excellent record of publication in the field as well as success in obtaining research grants are required. The successful candidate will lead a research team in medication development, psychosocial treatment development, treatment systems evaluation and international research and training related to addictions.  Excellent mentoring and teaching skills are required, with particular emphasis as a mentor of NIH K awards.  Candidates must have experience in conducting large international training education programs and conferences.  Candidates must be familiar with the California substance abuse delivery system and current knowledge on SAMHSA efforts to measure treatment program performance and patient outcomes.   To apply: submit via email, a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, representative reprints and names and addresses of three references (do not send letters) to Elizabeth Hiramoto, Psychiatry Academic Personnel Director, at ehiramoto@mednet.ucla.edu by October 31, 2008. UCLA is an EOE.

POSTED: 08/15/08

The Semel Institute (an interdisciplinary research and education institute devoted to the understanding of complex human behavior) and the Center of Addictive Behaviors at UCLA invite applications for a full-time Associate or Full Professor position in the area of addiction psychiatry.  An M.D. degree and an active program in addiction research (e.g., behavioral pharmacology, treatment development, or other area) with an excellent record of publication in the field as well as success in obtaining research grants are required. The successful candidate will lead a research team in addictions research.  Excellent mentoring and teaching skills are required and candidates must have experience in teaching residents and medical students.  Candidates must possess or be eligible for a California medical license and must be board-certified or –eligible in psychiatry.  To apply: submit via email, a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, representative reprints and names and addresses of three references (do not send letters) to Elizabeth Hiramoto, Psychiatry Academic Personnel Director, at ehiramoto@mednet.ucla.edu by Dec 1, 2008. UCLA is an EOE.

POSTED: 08/12/08

The Department of Behavioral Science, located within the College of Medicine at the University of Kentucky, is seeking applicants for a newly established Assistant Professor/Associate Professor, full-time, tenure-track position; salary will be commensurate with the rank.  The successful candidate must have completed an advanced degree (e.g., Ph.D.) and established a program of extramurally-funded research focused on substance abuse and clinical research.  We are interested in a person who has an interest in bio-behavioral research, and a track record of working with multiple disciplines.  The Department of Behavioral Science is a multidisciplinary, basic science department within the College of Medicine at the University of Kentucky with a strong tradition of collaboration among clinical departments and other substance abuse programs on campus, including Psychiatry, Psychology and the Centers for Prevention Research,   Drug Abuse Research Translation and Drug and Alcohol Research. (More....)

POSTED: 08/07/08

THE DEPARTMENT OF PSYCHOLOGY AT WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY invites applications for a permanent, full-time Associate to Full Professor position in clinical psychology on the WSU Pullman campus beginning August 16, 2009. Applicants are sought with established research programs in (a) Behavioral Medicine/Clinical Health Psychology; (b) Clinical Child and Adolescent Psychology; (c) Neuropsychology: or (d) Adult Psychopathology. Candidates must have evidence of (1) a high quality research program in one of the four areas that involves graduate students; (2) high quality undergraduate and graduate teaching; (3) supervision of theses and dissertations; and (4) administrative experience. Candidates must have earned a Ph.D. in clinical psychology, completed an APA-approved internship, and be license eligible in the state of Washington. The successful candidate will need to be able to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in psychology, supervise clinical work conducted by graduate students, supervise the theses and dissertations of graduate students, and establish and maintain a productive research program. (More....)

POSTED: 08/06/08

The Center for Addictions, Personality, and Emotion Research (CAPER) at the University of Maryland, College Park has an opening for an experienced project coordinator to join a team of researchers conducting translational research funded primarily through NIH grants on mechanisms underlying the development and maintenance of affective disturbances and addictive behaviors across the lifespan with a goal of linking findings to assessment and treatment. The Project Coordinator will be responsible for coordinating aspects of research protocols, such as research assistant oversight, participant recruitment, data collection and follow-up procedures, IRB submissions and addendums, and documentation of project developments. The qualified candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology or related field, be proficient in MS Office and SPSS software. Preference given for minimum 2 years prior experience as a project coordinator or research assistant in a research environment. Experience working with both community and clinical populations is a plus. Tuition remission available for University of Maryland classes. Salary commensurate with experience. Please submit a cover letter and resume or CV to Gaye Bugenhagen at gbugenhagen@psyc.umd.edu.

POSTED: 08/01/08

   The New England Primate Research Center (NEPRC) announces a new research initiative aimed at facilitating the career growth of outstanding young scientists in the areas of infectious disease and neuroscience research. Individuals with expertise in new and emerging technologies applied to the fields of stem cell biology, genetics/genomics, bio-imaging, and microbial pathogenesis are especially encouraged to apply. Appointments will be made at the faculty rank of Instructor.  Applicants must have a doctoral degree in an appropriate discipline, postdoctoral/professional experience, and evidence of outstanding research potential. Successful candidates will develop their own independent research programs with guidance and mentorship from senior investigators in one of NEPRC's four research divisions: Immunology, Microbiology, Neuroscience, and Medicine/Pathology. Appointees will receive a 3-year financial award to cover salary and defray research costs. Instructors also are eligible to apply for additional intramural funds through the NEPRC Pilot Research Program for Early Career Investigators and are encouraged to compete for extramural funding through conventional grant mechanisms. ....(More......)

POSTED: 07/29/08

RTI International is an independent organization in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina, with over 4000 staff worldwide who are dedicated to conducting innovative, multidisciplinary research that improves the human condition. This position is at the main campus located near Durham, Chapel Hill and Raleigh, North Carolina.

The Pharmacology group in the Center for Organic and Medicinal Chemistry at RTI is seeking a senior level Ph.D. behavioral pharmacologist to integrate into existing and new medications development projects. The Center for Organic and Medicinal Chemistry is group of approximately sixty medicinal chemists and pharmacologists with a strong record of NIH funding in areas such as opioid, cocaine and nicotine addiction, cannabinoids, neuropeptide S, neurotensin, natural products and cystic fibrosis. The ideal candidate should have a Ph.D. in pharmacology, an established externally funded independent research program, a strong publication record, and a desire to work in a collaborative environment.

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply at www.rti.org/job11526 <http://www.rti.org/job11526 <http://www.rti.org/job11526> >. Or contact, Hernán Navarro, Ph.D. at (919) 541-6148 or han@rti.org for additional information.

POSTED: 07/25/08

The Department of Psychology of Virginia Commonwealth University seeks a tenure-track faculty member for a newly-approved doctoral program in Health Psychology starting in August 2009, pending budgetary approval. The position is at an Associate or Full Professor level and carries some administrative responsibilities within the program. Area within health is open, but ability to interface with colleagues at our Medical Campus is desired. Virginia Commonwealth University has Schools of Medicine, Dentistry, Nursing, Pharmacy and Allied Health, as well as an Institute for Drug and Alcohol Studies, a National Cancer Institute-designated Cancer Center, a Health and Human Services-Designated Institute for Women’s Health, and a Center for Health Disparities. Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Health Psychology or a related discipline with a research program in health. Candidates must have a strong research program and show evidence of success in publishing their work. Current funding or the potential for funded research is important. The position will involve teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate level and advising graduate students in their research. High quality teaching and research are both needed to obtain tenure. The Department has three core areas of research concentration: (1) health psychology, behavioral medicine, substance abuse, and pharmacology; (2) community interventions, prevention efforts, and group dynamics, especially in an urban environment; and (3) children, youth, couples, and families. (More...)

POSTED: 07/25/08

The New York Academy of Medicine (NYAM) has been advancing the health of people in cities since 1847. An independent organization, NYAM addresses the health challenges facing the world's urban populations through interdisciplinary approaches to policy leadership, education, community engagement and innovative research. Drawing on the expertise of diverse partners worldwide and more than 2,000 elected Fellows from across the professions, our current priorities are to create environments in cities that support healthy aging; to strengthen systems that prevent disease and promote the public's health; and to implement interventions that eliminate health disparities.

This position requires a well-organized, highly motivated individual with a background in public health, health or science education, career education, or related area, experience as a teacher or trainer, and skills in program management to work on a project that is designed to increase girls' interest in and pursuit of careers in the sciences and the health professions. Knowledge and experience in working with New York City public schools. Ability to coordinate a multi-dimensional program in multiple school sites required. Ability to creatively plan, develop and conduct training workshops and program events. Excellent delivery skills, professional appearance, and ability to explain complex topics in understandable terms required. Excellent writing skills required. Ability to travel to schools citywide to provide technical assistance to teachers, school staff, administrators, parents, and students. Ability to liaison with partnership institutions in program implementation. Computer literacy.

Essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
Overall program coordination and management.
Design, develop, coordinate, and implement training workshops, staff professional development, public health and science enrichment seminars, and program events for administrators, teachers, school staff, students, parents, and family members in all partnering NYC public schools.
Coordinate selection of students, participant activities, schedule, and special initiatives with school sites, principals, teachers, and contact persons.
Provide ongoing on-site technical assistance at schools throughout the City to ensure successful program implementation.
Communicate and coordinate with internal and external partners (e.g., the NYAM Library, Center for Urban Epidemiologic Studies, Division of Health Policy, Fellows, and outside public health experts, researchers, medical students, etc.) for collaboration on the project.
Assist in designing and conducting evaluations to assess program effectiveness.
Collect data and prepare reports.
Assist with proposal development.
Manage and update the program website (including discussion boards, photo gallery, and upcoming events) and provide technical assistance to school staff and students as needed.
Report directly to Senior Project Director.

QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to accomplish each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed on this description are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree in education, public health, science education, career education, or related field. Master's degree preferred. At least 3 - 5 years related additional experience in education or work with schools and school communities.

Contact: Sejal Gandhi: sgandhi@nyam.org, 212.822.7268

POSTED: 07/22/08

The New York Academy of Medicine (NYAM) has been advancing the health of people in cities since 1847. An independent organization, NYAM addresses the health challenges facing the world's urban populations through interdisciplinary approaches to policy leadership, education, community engagement and innovative research. Drawing on the expertise of diverse partners worldwide and more than 2,000 elected Fellows from across the professions, our current priorities are to create environments in cities that support healthy aging; to strengthen systems that prevent disease and promote the public's health; and to implement interventions that eliminate health disparities.

The Center for Urban Epidemiologic Studies (CUES) is a rigorous research unit that uses epidemiology and social sciences to identify opportunities to improve the health of urban populations and reduce health disparities. To accomplish this, CUES builds basic public health science, works with communities to translate those findings into interventions, and then develops and evaluates those interventions that have the greatest potential for scale-up and sustainability. We also work to translate our evidence into appropriate policy action..

The Research Analyst's position is responsible for the collection, analysis, and summarization of data obtained in the course of epidemiologic research at the Center for Urban Epidemiologic Studies. We are hiring a Research Analyst to work as part of our team of 5 analysts.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Responsible for routine and specialized data and logic checks.
Monitors for missing data values and liaison with project directors and research assistants to ensure datasets are complete.
Collaborates with Principal Investigators on developing analyses.
Responsible for summarizing analyses in table format.
Conducts bivariate and multivariate data analysis of cross-sectional, longitudinal and multi-level data.
Collaborates with investigators and produces data analyses for completion of manuscripts.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and/or Experience:
Master's degree (M.P.H) or equivalent; or four to ten years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Database software; Internet software and Spreadsheet software. SAS programming language is required; experience with mapping and spatial analysis with ArcGIS is desired. Knowledge of SUDAAN, SPSS, STATA, WinBUGS and/or MPLUS is advantageous.

For more information or to submit an application please contact: Vijay Nandi: vnandi@nyam.org or Danielle Ompad: dompad@nyam.org.

POSTED: 07/22/08

The Schizophrenia Program at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) is currently seeking an Independent Clinician Scientist with expertise and experience in the Biobehavioural Basis of Drug Addiction, with a focus of co-morbid psychiatric and addictive disorders. Reporting to the Clinical Director of the Schizophrenia Program at CAMH and Endowed Chair in Addiction Psychiatry at the University of Toronto (Dr. Tony P. George), the Independent Clinician Scientist would lead the newly created Biobehavioural Addictions and Concurrent Disorders Research Laboratory (BACDRL). This laboratory conducts multidisciplinary research dedicated to understanding the biobehavioural basis of addictions in persons with Concurrent Disorders (Co-Occurring Disorders). In particular, the role of biobehavioural mediators and moderators of treatment outcomes, such as differences in neurocognitive performance, drug self-administration and drug cue-reactivity amongst persons with concurrent disorders, those with addictions or mental health disorders alone, and healthy controls would be studied. The primary addictions to be studied are tobacco, cannabis and alcohol, and the primary psychiatric disorders are schizophrenia and mood disorders. (More...)

POSTED: 07/15/08

Faculty position in drug abuse research - Baylor college of medicine & the Houston va hospital offers a faculty position for a physician at the assistant thru associate professor with 50% research time in a broad array of clinical research. Please apply with cv to:

Thomas Kosten MD
Kosten@bcm.edu

POSTED: 06/30/08

The Department of Psychiatry and Biobehavioral Sciences and the Jane and Terry Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior (an interdisciplinary and education institute devoted to the understanding of complex human behavior) at UCLA and the Laboratory of Molecular Neuroimaging invite applications for a physician/investigator (early career).

Qualifications: Scientist (M.D.) with the potential to develop a research program that is broadly consistent with the laboratory's scientific mission. Our team uses a variety of brain imaging methodologies (PET, MRI, fMRI, MRSI), to study pathology related to substance abuse. The lab is focusing on studies of methamphetamine abuse and adolescent smoking. This is an extraordinarily stimulating scientific environment. We are especially interested in early career physicians that would like the opportunity to build their own research career within our program. To apply, submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, representative reprints and names and addresses of three references (do not send letters) via email to Theresa Caban (tcaban@mednet.ucla.edu) Search Coordinator, Center for Addictive Behaviors Search Committee, OUF. UCLA is an EOE.

POSTED: 06/30/08

The Drug and Chemical Evaluation Section is in the process of hiring 2 Drug Science Specialists. This is a "catch-all" scientific series that we've used to hire chemists, pharmacologists, behavioral pharmacologists, physiological psychologists, clinical psychologists, pharmacists etc.

The Section currently has a staff of 24 scientists of various expertise and disciplines. The Section is responsible for all scientific and technical information on drugs of abuse for the agency. These responsibilities include domestic and international drug and chemical control, quotas, and development and maintainence of forensic analysis databases.

Specifically, this position serves as a technical advisor in the pharmaceutical, biological and physical sciences. The incumbent evaluates and synthesizes complex scientific data on abuse and diversion potentials, as well as the licit and illicit uses of drugs and chemicals. Recommends pertinent DEA policy and regulatory, legislative, and scheduling responses to the diversion, trafficking and/or abuse of drugs and chemicals. Evaluates existing data sources, defines requirements, and investigates new data sources. Recommends data sources, and obtains essential information to provide policy guidance on domestic and international drug and chemical control matters. (More......)

POSTED: 06/23/08

A position will become available for a research associate or faculty level researcher to assist in the management of NIH-supported drug abuse-related clinical research projects at Baylor College of Medicine.  The successful applicant will have successfully completed a Ph.D. program and have 1-3 years of postdoctoral research experience.  The applicant will plan and implement all aspects of study management with the support of research assistants.  

Our group focuses on human laboratory research in cocaine and methamphetamine dependence, focusing especially on agents impacting noradrenergic systems. We are also interested in recruiting and developing the careers of individuals who desire to develop independent lines of research.  An academic appointment would be available for a qualified applicant.  Salary will be commensurate with training and skills. 

Please contact Thomas Newton at tnewton@bcm.edu for more details.

POSTED: 06/16/08