Positions Other Than Postdoctoral

As an industry leader in Discovery Services, Covance offers speed, flexibility and comprehensive services to support and focus drug discovery efforts with established or customized solutions. Our scientific and therapeutic area expertise gives our clients a competitive edge.

We currently have an opening at our Greenfield, IN facility for a Senior Scientist, Neuroscience. We are looking for someone with direct non-human primate behavioral testing experience with both efficacy and safety experience. Laboratory skills with cognitive and safety assessment and the application of those data to problem solving for drug development is the current focus. Experience with CANTABS and other behavioral equipment for testing large animals and technical skills with statistics and software for data reporting are essential. Both written and oral skills will be critical for sharing data in multiple forums and with clients. This individual will need to work in a team setting, have good interpersonal skills for client interaction, and may have staff supervisory responsibilities as the responsibilities of the position grow. Prior experience with drug development/discovery would be an asset.

At Covance, we help make the miracles of medicine a reality. We offer opportunities to work on diverse, challenging projects with bright, interesting colleagues while building a flexible and rewarding career. Covance’s ongoing success offers team members unsurpassed growth and career development opportunities.

There is no better time to join us!

Covance is committed to diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. (M/F/D/V). Your confidentiality and privacy are important to us.

To learn more and to apply, please visit www.covancecareers.com and search for Req. ID 30488 .

As part of the University of Michigan’s initiative on increasing interdisciplinary research in an era where this is increasingly the avenue for opening up new areas of discovery, the Department of Psychiatry is seeking a fill a tenure track faculty position at the Assistant Professor level, for an individual whose primary research focus is alcohol, tobacco or other drug use (ATOD) in adolescence, whose work is translational, and addresses the developmental linkages between neurobiological and behavioral risk in the emergence of substance use/abuse and addictive behavior. The university is committed to collaborative, multidisciplinary research, and extensive opportunities exist to collaborate with faculty not only within the department but also in other Medical School units, across colleges, and in other administrative units.
Position responsibilities involve both research and teaching. The research commitment would involve the development and maintenance of an externally funded thematically linked program of research that has the potential for national recognition. The department will provide the appropriate facilities and adjunctive support necessary to foster this activity. Also, because of the university’s commitment to develop its cross-disciplinary mission at all levels of the educational system, this position has the expectation of some involvement with graduate students and/or undergraduates in one of the collateral departments with which Psychiatry has relationships, with the understanding that such involvement would need to be an integrated effort tied into the candidate's own program of research.
The successful candidate will have earned an MD, an MD/Ph.D. or a PhD in a relevant field (e.g., Psychiatry, Psychology, Neurosciences), and will have established some evidence of the development of a programmatic body of research in the area of this announcement.
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The Department of Behavioral Science, located within the College of Medicine at the University of Kentucky, is seeking applicants for multiple newly established full-time, tenure-track positions at all ranks; salary will be commensurate with the rank. Successful candidates must have completed advanced degrees (e.g., Ph.D.) and established programs of extramurally funded health outcomes or health services research. The University of Kentucky has growing programs of health outcomes and health services research among its Colleges (Medicine, Public Health, Pharmacy) and Centers (Center for Clinical & Translational Science, with biostatistics, biomedical informatics and community engagement functions; Cancer, Aging, Prevention Research, and Drug and Alcohol Research). Other university resources include the Center of Excellence in Rural Health; the Kentucky Ambulatory Network; the Center for Poverty Research; and many more. With increasing opportunities for collaboration throughout the University, health services research comprises a major research initiative. The Department of Behavioral Science is a multidisciplinary, basic science department within the College of Medicine with a tradition of collaboration among these units. The University is located in Central Kentucky’s Bluegrass region, an area known for its quality of life. Lexington is a community of approximately 330,000 with excellent schools, diverse business and industry, and a variety of cultural and recreational opportunities. Information about the Department of Behavioral Science is available at <http://www.mc.uky.edu/behavioralscience>. Additional information can be obtained by e-mail from TK Logan, Ph.D. < tklogan@email.uky.edu>. Interested applicants should submit a current curriculum vitae, a letter of application outlining their research and interest in the position, and three letters of recommendation to: Search Committee (c/o Cynthia Campbell), Department of Behavioral Science, University of Kentucky College of Medicine, Lexington, KY 40536-0086.

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the positions are filled. All applicants will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen and undergo a pre-employment national background check as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. The University of Kentucky is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Division of Neurobehavioral Research, Department of Psychiatry, UT Health Science Center at San Antonio, is seeking to expand its core faculty by recruiting an outstanding junior to mid-level investigator with a demonstrated ability to develop an independent research program that would complement existing research themes (e.g., development of child/adolescent psychopathology, behavioral assessment, or substance abuse).  More information about the Division can be seen at www.nrlc-group.net.  Ongoing studies reflect the expertise of our faculty; behavioral pharmacology (Dr. Donald Dougherty), psychiatry (Dr. Rene Olvera), psychophysiology (Dr. Charles Mathias), neuroimaging (Dr. Ashley Acheson), and molecular biology (Dr. Nathalie Hill-Kapturczak).  Applicants must have completed a Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent degree.  Postdoctoral experience is expected and preference given to those with a track record of NIH funding. Competitive salary and recruitment packages are available. Submit curriculum vitae, a letter outlining interests and career goals, and representative publication reprints (pdf files) to: Dr. Donald M. Dougherty DoughertyD@uthscsa.edu, Department of Psychiatry, University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, MC 7793, 7703 Floyd Curl Drive, San Antonio, TX 78229-3900. UTHSCSA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.  All faculty appointments are designated as security sensitive positions.

The Division of Neurobehavioral Research (Department of Psychiatry, UT Health Science Center as San Antonio), is seeking a motivated individual to join our ongoing NIH studies of the behavioral and biological effects of human alcohol consumption.  These studies bridge human laboratory assessment and interventions to reduce dangerous drinking patterns outside the lab.  This is a "springboard" position designed to allow the candidate to grow into a faculty-level position.  The division offers training in the areas of behavioral pharmacology (Dr. Donald Dougherty), psychiatry (Dr. Rene Olvera), psychophysiology (Dr. Charles Mathias), neuroimaging (Dr. Ashley Acheson), and molecular biology (Dr. Nathalie Hill-Kapturczak).  This position has a significant administrative/supervisory focus with ample opportunities for publication.  Responsibilities include study coordination and supervision of study personnel; participant recruitment, screening, and psychological testing; data management and statistical analyses; and manuscript/grant preparations.  Applicants must have completed a Ph.D. or equivalent degree in behavioral pharmacology, experimental psychology, or other relevant area.  Previous postdoctoral experience preferred and preference given to those with a history or evidence of interests in developing an alcohol-related research program.  Submit curriculum vitae, a letter outlining interests and career goals, and representative publication reprints (pdf files) to: Dr. Donald M. Dougherty DoughertyD@uthscsa.edu, Department of Psychiatry, University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, MC 7793, 7703 Floyd Curl Drive, San Antonio, TX 78229-3900. UTHSCSA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

The University of Michigan Department of Pharmacology is seeking an outstanding scientist for a tenure-track ASSISTANT PROFESSOR position. Applicants must have exceptional potential to develop a vibrant research program in Adolescent Substance Use and Abuse. Qualifications include a PhD in Pharmacology or a related discipline and/or MD degree, 3-5 years of postdoctoral experience, and research accomplishments as evidenced by scholarly contributions to the literature.

The successful candidate will join a dynamic, diverse, and collaborative department in a Top 10 Medical School in a university setting with superb opportunities for career development. In addition, the candidate will become a member of the UM Substance Abuse Research Center (UMSARC) and be part of an interdisciplinary team investigating adolescent substance use and abuse from basic science, epidemiological, prevention and treatment perspectives. Details of the department and UMSARC can be found on the relevant web pages (http://www.pharmacology.med.umich.edu/Pharmacology/Home.html and http://sitemaker.umich.edu/umsarc/home).

The successful applicant will be expected to establish a highly visible externally funded research program and to excel in teaching medical students and other health professionals, as well as graduate and postdoctoral students. An attractive package including excellent laboratory facilities and generous startup funds will be available. (More...pdf)

The CENTER FOR BIOBEHAVIORAL HEALTH in the Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s Hospital and The Ohio State University Department of Pediatrics is seeking PhD, MD, or MD/PhD candidates for a tenure-track position to develop and conduct independent research focusing on drug use and addictions. Candidates with a record of research regarding drug use during pregnancy (e.g., effects of drug use on developmental, behavioral, and neuropsychological outcomes of infants, or treatments for expectant drug users) are especially encouraged to apply. Applicants with a track record of external funding will be particularly attractive. Existing lines of research within the Center include neurobehavioral outcomes of childhood brain disorders, child and family adjustment to chronic illness, and drug addiction. The institution is especially committed to building its clinical research program, and has attractive startup packages available for qualified applicants. Joint appointments within graduate departments of The Ohio State University are available. The position is most likely to be filled at the Assistant or Associate Professor level.

For more information, please visit our website at http://www.nationwidechildrens.org/pediatric-research

Nationwide Children's Hospital is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. Candidates of diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Address correspondence with three references and curriculum vitae to:

Brady Reynolds, PhD
Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s Hospital
700 Children’s Drive
Columbus, OH  43205

Phone: (614) 722-3549   FAX:  (614) 722-3544
E-mail: Brady.Reynolds@nationwidechildrens.org

The Department of PSYCHOLOGY at the UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA invites applications for a full time (9-mo) Assistant Professor (tenure track) in BEHAVIORAL AND COGNITIVE NEUROSCIENCE. The position starts in August 2012. A Ph.D. and postdoctoral experience are required. We invite applications from individuals working in any area of Behavioral Neuroscience, who can interface with existing focuses within the Psychology Department, McKnight Brain Institute, and other resources across campus. Those focuses include (but are not limited to) studies of the neurobiology of drug addiction, learning and memory, aging, neurodevelopmental disorders, and other research areas that have translational implications. Applicants should provide evidence of outstanding research, with strong potential for extramural funding. Applicants are also expected to demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching and mentoring of a diverse student population at the undergraduate and graduate levels. The University of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Institution dedicated to building a broadly diverse and inclusive faculty and staff. Minorities, women, and individuals from other under-represented groups are strongly encouraged to apply. The selection process will be conducted in accordance with the provisions of Florida’s Government in the Sunshine and Public Records Laws. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of research interests/plans, statement of teaching interests/philosophy that includes a description of the commitment to diversity in mentoring, up to four reprints or pre-prints, and three letters of recommendation to psysrch@grove.ufl.edu. Review of applications will begin November 15, 2011, and continue until the position is filled. All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a review of criminal records, reference checks, and verification of education.

The Department of Psychology at Binghamton University (SUNY) invites applications for a position at the Associate or Full Professor level to join our faculty.  Due to the University’s commitment to expand alcohol research within a broader healthcare initiative, we seek an established alcohol researcher with developmental interests and a strong record of research productivity and funding.  We are seeking an individual whose research would complement and extend ongoing research of the Developmental Exposure Alcohol Research Center (DEARC), a NIAAA-funded alcohol research center uniting alcohol researchers at Binghamton, Upstate Medical University in Syracuse, and other institutions in upstate New York (see website at http://www.sunydearc.org). The area of specialization within the alcohol field is open, although alcohol researchers with experience in developmental and adolescent neuroscience are particularly encouraged to apply.  In addition to a strong interest in joining our diverse group of alcohol researchers, the successful candidate will be expected to contribute to undergraduate and graduate teaching in our department. More information about the department is available at http://www2.binghamton.edu/psychology. Confidential queries about the position can be directed to Linda Spear, Ph.D., chair of the search committee (lspear@binghamton.edu).

Send a curriculum vita and statement of research and teaching interests either: 1) By email to Ms. Gina Fleming, gfleming@binghamton.edu, with “senior alcohol faculty position” in the header, or 2) via hard copy to Senior Alcohol Faculty Search Committee, Department of Psychology, Binghamton University (SUNY), P.O. Box 6000, Binghamton, NY 13902-6000.  Applications will be reviewed as received. Binghamton University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

This position is a tenure-track appointment in the Department of Psychology, part of the University’s initiative to enhance existing programs of excellence. The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. in Psychology and will develop a research program in industrial/organizational psychology with an emphasis on either occupational health and/or the aging workforce.  The Industrial/Organizational Psychology program at WSU has a long-standing (50+ years) Ph.D. program of high national regard, and a newer terminal Master’s program serving the needs of metro Detroiters who seek applied training in the field.  The person selected for this position is expected to develop nationally recognized, extramurally funded research.  Candidates will be expected to teach a range of general undergraduate courses in addition to graduate courses in the I/O program.

We are located in the cultural center of Detroit, a metropolitan area of five million people.  See http://www.clas.wayne.edu/Psychology and http://www.wayne.edu for more information about the Department and the University.  Applicants must submit a CV, key reprints/preprints, statements of research and teaching interests. Three letters of reference should be sent to R. Douglas Whitman, Chair, Department of Psychology, Wayne State University, 5057 Woodward Avenue, Suite 7908, Detroit, MI 48202.  Information can also be sent to dwhitman@wayne.edu

As part of the University’s initiative to enhance existing programs of excellence, applications are invited for a tenure-track faculty appointment in the area of behavioral and cognitive neuroscience. Successful candidates will be expected to develop an independent, externally funded research program. The ideal candidate will study complex behavior using multiple levels of analysis. Examples include: gene-environment interactions, epigenetics, imaging, gene expression and gene interference, protein expression, and hormonal and/or neurochemical mechanisms. The ideal candidate will also complement the area’s present strengths in mechanisms of development, aging, cognition, drug abuse, emotion, pain and social relationships. The teaching load is 2:2 and candidates who can teach Psychopharmacology, Learning and Memory, Brain and Behavior, and Sensation and Perception are preferred. 

Wayne State is committed to development of innovative approaches to neuroscience and supports a state-of-the art MRI Research Center with an outstanding staff of MR physicists and technologists dedicated to research and development.  Wayne also has an Applied Genomics Technology Center for DNA or RNA isolation, microarray, gene sequencing, and next-generation sequencing, among other services, and access to confocal microscopy. Wayne State University is a Carnegie Doctoral/Research University-Extensive and is ranked by NSF among the top 50 public research universities in total R&D expenditures.  We are located in the cultural center of Detroit, a metropolitan area of five million people.  See http://www.clas.wayne.edu/Psychology and http://www.wayne.edu for more information about the Department and the University.  Applicants should submit a CV, key reprints/preprints, statements of research and teaching interests, and have three letters of reference sent to R. Douglas Whitman, Chair, Department of Psychology, Wayne State University, 5057 Woodward Avenue, Suite 7908, Detroit, MI 48202.  Information can also be sent to dwhitman@wayne.edu.

The Department of Applied Behavioral Science at the University of Kansas invites applications for an Assistant or Associate Professor, academic year, tenure-track faculty position expected to begin as early as August 18, 2012. KU seeks to hire an outstanding applied and intervention research scholar in substance abuse. Along with qualifications and experience, salary is commensurate with other leading research universities. Ph.D. or ABD in a social or behavioral science discipline with specialization in applied behavioral pharmacology is expected by start date of the appointment. Required qualifications for the Assistant Professor include the potential for high quality research and teaching in the area of applied behavioral pharmacology that compliments the needs of the university and the department faculty. For the Associate Professor, the required qualifications include demonstrated high quality research and teaching in the area of applied behavioral pharmacology that compliments the needs of the university and the department faculty. For a complete announcement and to apply on-line, go to https://jobs.ku/edu and search for the position 00002480. Attach (upload) the following documents to the on-line application form: (1) letter of application describing educational and work experiences; (2) curriculum vitae; (3) teaching portfolio; (4) statement of research interests; (5) a list of 3-5 references. In addition, applicants should arrange to have 3-5 reference letters, as well as selective reprints/preprints sent separately to Applied Behavioral Pharmacology Search Coordinator, Department of Applied Behavioral Science, 1000 Sunnyside Avenue, 4001 Dole Human Development Center, The University of Kansas, Lawrence, KS 66045-7555 or e-mail the information to absc@ku.edu. Review of applications begins December 1, 2011, and will continue until no longer needed. EO/AA Employer. The University of Kansas is especially interested in hiring faculty members who can contribute to four key campus-wide strategic initiatives: (1) Sustaining the Planet, Powering the World: (2) Promoting Well-Being, Finding Cures; (3) Building Communities, Expanding Opportunities; and (4) Harnessing Information, Multiplying Knowledge. See http://www.provost.ku.edu/planning/themes/ for more information.

Position Summary: The Research Assistant is responsible for carrying out day to day research project activities within the Phoenix House System of programs, including working with researchers from various academic institutions, and recruitment and interviews with research participants.

Key Responsibilities:
- Work with PH Institutional Review Board Administrator to track the review status of ongoing protocols, organize and provide documents for IRB meetings, summarize findings and notify investigators.
- Work with researchers and project coordinators from various institutions (Columbia, University of Pennsylvania, etc) to implement protocols approved by our IRB.
- Recruit or assist others in recruiting participants at PH treatment programs
- Responsible for the collection, logging and review of all appropriate consent forms
- Conduct telephone or in-person follow-up interviews, including collection of breathalyzer and drug screens.
- Responsible for tracking and monitoring data collection.
- Complete data entry and assist in preparing data for analysis.
- Assist in literature searches, report writing and preparation of slides and other materials for related presentations and publications.
- Assist in locating statistics from public & federal databases for needs assessments and internal/ external communications purposes
- Assist in the creation and maintenance of an web-based repository of research documents and resources (More...pdf)

Position Summary: The Clinical Director oversees clinical and administrative operations for all Phoenix House programs located in facilities in New York State. This person is responsible for ensuring that all facilities under his/her supervision comply with Phoenix House policy and procedures as well as all regulatory and licensing requirements. The Clinical Director will work closely with Phoenix Houses of New York staff to address strategic and financial plans, new program development, and community and media relations - all with a strong bottom line focus.

Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in the management of a budget of approximately $58 million and a staff of 600.
- Provide leadership and direction for facilities that include adolescent residential and outplacement treatment programs; adult residential and outplacement treatment programs; mental health programs; and, prevention programs. Facilities and programs are located throughout the New York City metro area, Long Island, and upstate New York.
- Drive the execution of all budgeted programs to achieve bottom line results, as well as to develop contingency plans to address any shortfalls that develop during the budget year.
- Translate key goals and strategic priorities into all areas of program development and implementation
- Establish systems to accurately measure progress toward objectives/tasks and provide feedback on results
- Recruit, retain and motivate staff through leadership, goal setting, accountability, and performance feedback & coaching.
- Build internal monitoring and databases information collection systems that facilitate the retrieval and use of organizational and program information.
- Develop relationships with key government officials, community leaders and agency executives, and the Phoenix Houses of New York Board of Directors
- Participate in meetings, workshops and advisory groups with other drug and rehabilitation agencies and alliances
- Participate in community programs media activities and speaking engagements
- Develop program literature and marketing initiatives to assure that the facilities and programs under his/her direction operate at optimum capacity. (More...pdf)

Position Summary: This VP/Director will play a vital role in our workforce strategic initiative as Phoenix House prepares our treatment programs and staff to successfully navigate new areas of service delivery and to thrive in a post-healthcare reform era. The Director will be expected to conduct an enterprise-wide needs assessment: implement a workforce development plan; and, accelerate training and credentialing of all clinical staff. S/he will also be tasked with increasing the relevance, effectiveness, and accessibility of training and education via improvement and enhancements to trainer capabilities; improved accessibility and scheduling; and, identified linkage between training and job performance, compensation, and promotion. S/he will supervise training staff located throughout the country and will work collaboratively with Regional Directors and Senior Management.

Key Responsibilities

• Planning, development, implementation and evaluation of current and new training and staff development programs for PH nationally
• Oversight of the administration, fiscal and resource allocation of Training Dept.
• Assess current training practices and needs nationally, design and implement scientifically-supported staff training and development programs
• Ensure adoption of evidence based practices in all treatment & prevention programs
• Determine methodology, develop schedules, and select media for the effective implementation of training and development programs
• Use technology (web-based training, eLearning, etc) to pilot and implement training that will increase learning and measure performance.
• Develop partnerships with outside education programs, colleges, etc for training needs
• Spearhead National initiatives, be an effective Change Agent and develop others to work as Change Agents in their areas
o Work with Human Resources, Communications and Marketing, Regional Directors, Program Directors
o Supervise and develop all training staff and/or training consultants (More...pdf)

The Department of Mental Health of the Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg School of Public Health is searching for individuals for tenure-track positions at the level of Assistant or Associate Professor. The Department consists of 18 full-time faculty from diverse disciplines and about 75 research fellows and students. Our mission is to advance understanding of the occurrence, causes, and consequences of alcohol, drug, and mental disorders, to improve health in the general population, and to prevent and control these disorders and their consequences for functioning, disability, and health. Department faculty conduct a range of research in a multi- disciplinary environment, collaborating with other departments in the School of Public Health, with the Departments of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences and Pediatrics in the School of Medicine, and with a number of local and State agencies.

The Department seeks an individual with experience and dedication to the public health approach to addictions and substance use disorders. The recruit will have the potential to collaborate with a range of researchers in the School of Public Health and the School of Medicine. Preference will be given to candidates with substance abuse services research, epidemiology, and/or prevention expertise. An international orientation or experience is also an advantage. Applicants should have the M.D. degree or a doctoral degree in public health psychology, sociology, social work, or a related discipline. Faculty are expected to teach and to develop externally-funded research. Successful candidates will have a strong publication record or an exceptional potential to publish. (More...pdf)

The Department of Psychiatry at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, Illinois is seeking an academic addiction psychiatrist to lead its addiction program. The ideal candidate will evince clinical expertise as well as the ability to develop a clinical-translational research program, and will be involved in training residents, medical students and faculty in this academic medical center. Candidates should have the ability to enhance and interface with clinical and research efforts at Rush University.

The Department of Psychiatry provides a broad array of clinical services including inpatient and outpatient programs for adult, child and geriatric patients, hospital-wide consultation-liaison and a day hospital. It has a number of active research programs across a range of disorders including affective disorders, anxiety, PTSD, psychosis and autism. The Department has strong local and national collaborations. Within Rush Medical Center, these include collaborations with Behavioral Sciences, Preventive Medicine, the Center for Compulsive Behavior and Addiction, a research-oriented center with a large complement of preclinical neuroscientists, as well as a P30-supported Center for AIDS Research.

The Department of Psychiatry at Rush University is located within the Illinois Medical District and thus is affiliated with Stroger Hospital of Cook County, the Rothstein Center for the Prevention, Care and Research of Infectious Diseases, and the University of Illinois at Chicago. The District occupies 560 acres in Chicago’s near west side, and houses 2,200 hospital beds and receives over 75,000 visitors daily. As the nation’s largest urban biotechnology/medical district, the District also generates approximately $220 million in research annually.

Applicants must have an M.D. or M.D./Ph.D. degree, be Board-Certified in Psychiatry and eligible for licensure in Illinois. Initial rank and compensation will depend on experience and qualifications.

Interested candidates should send letter of interest and curriculum vitae to Mark Pollack, MD; Chairman of Psychiatry, Rush University Medical Center; mark_pollack@rush.edu.

Assistant or Associate Professor in Human Neuroscience. The University of Kentucky Department of Psychology invites applications for a tenure track position at the assistant or associate level to begin Fall, 2012. Candidates must be experienced using fMRI. Their substantive interests may be in any existing research program in the department (behavioral neuroscience, clinical, cognitive, developmental, social). However, candidates must also be willing to collaborate with faculty in the Center for Drug Abuse Research Translation (http://www.uky.edu/Research/CDART/) doing research on substance abuse and/or its prevention in developing populations (i.e., children, adolescents and young adults). We seek applicants with a strong research program, potential to attract extramural funding, and commitment to excellent mentoring and teaching. Please submit a vita, statements of research and teaching interests, reprints and preprints, and arrange for three letters of reference to be sent to: Human Neuroscience Search Committee, Department of Psychology, 115 Kastle Hall, University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY 40506-0044. The application deadline is October 1, 2011. The University of Kentucky is a Carnegie Doctoral/Research University—Extensive, and the Department of Psychology has been identified as a Target of Opportunity within the University. The University of Kentucky is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity University that values diversity and is located in an increasingly diverse geographical region. It is committed to becoming one of the top public institutions in the country. Women, persons with disabilities, and members of other underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply. The University supports family-friendly policies.

There is an opening for a project manager position in addiction research at the University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine. The project manager will oversee NIH-funded behavioral studies of addiction conducted at The USC-Health, Emotion, & Addiction Laboratory (USC-HEAL; Adam Leventhal, Ph.D., Director). One study examines the effects of nicotine withdrawal on mood and cognitive performance among cigarette smokers. Another study examines the acute effects of an oral stimulant drug on mood and cognitive performance among young adults. The project manager will also be involved in additional survey-based studies of substance use and other health-damaging behaviors. Candidates should have a masters degree or higher in psychology, behavioral science, health behavior studies, human behavioral pharmacology, public health, or a related field. Applicants should have strong empirical research training, excellent organizational skills, ability to use computer data analysis programs, knowledge of experimental research methods, and considerable previous experience working on behavioral research studies (7+ years experience). Duties involve: managing day-to-day research operations, overseeing research databases, supervising and training junior staff, executing administrative research tasks, managing grant budgets, coordinating schedules of research staff and participants, and face-to-face interaction with participants in several capacities (e.g., administering experimental protocols, conducting psychiatric interviews, obtaining informed consent, recruiting). In addition to managing USC-HEAL studies, the position provides opportunities to participate in publishing, grant writing, and career development activities. The position is full time and requires 5 days/wk attendance at our facilities on the USC Health Sciences Campus in Los Angeles, CA. Salary range is $50-65K annually depending on experience and includes full USC staff benefits. Additional information about USC-HEAL can be found at http://hsc.usc.edu/~amlevent/. Interested candidates should send an inquiry email and CV to: Jodie Greenberg, M.A., jbgreenb@usc.edu, and Adam Leventhal, adam.leventhal@usc.edu.

The Research Institute on Addictions (RIA) seeks an outstanding individual with the vision, scientific standing, administrative and communication skills as well as the leadership qualities required to serve as Director.

Please go to this link for more information:

http://www.ria.buffalo.edu/directorsearch/index.html

Center Description: The Center for Addictions, Personality, and Emotion Research (CAPER) within the Department of Psychology at the University of Maryland, College Park focuses on understanding the mechanisms underlying the development and maintenance of addictive behaviors and their co-occurring psychological conditions, including mood, anxiety and personality disorders. To accomplish these cross-cutting goals, CAPER is comprised of a multidisciplinary team with expertise in the domains of clinical and counseling psychology, as well as social and decisional sciences.

Position Summary: CAPER currently has an opening for a Research Coordinator that will oversee a diverse portfolio of federally- and foundation-funded behavioral research, working closely with vibrant research faculty and doctoral students. The successful candidate, in close collaboration with the Principal Investigators, will supervise study coordinators to maintain a project management framework that ensures the highest level of project quality and success.

The Research Coordinator candidate will have a demonstrated ability to work both independently and within a multi-level team, possess strong organizational skills and have the ability to prioritize multiple tasks/projects. He/she will also have a working knowledge of regulatory and human subjects requirements, and other guidelines for the ethical conduct of clinical research. (More...pdf)

Responsibilities:

     The University of Michigan Department of Psychiatry is seeking a mid-career clinical psychologist with a specialization in addictions for a full time position in the Substance Abuse Section's clinical facility, the University of Michigan Addiction Treatment Services (UMATS) program. This appointment may be structured as either a clinical track appointment or alternatively as a tenure stream academic track appointment, with the decision to be based upon the successful candidate's balance of clinical/administrative and research activities. In either case, the position involves administrative direction of UMATS operations, the delivery of addiction treatment services to patients in UMATS, as well as an additional component of research. The position is currently listed at the associate professor level; however, applicants at all ranks will be considered.
     Candidates should have a substantial background of work in screening, evaluation, and in the delivery of evidence based treatment to patients with substance abuse and substance use disorder across a spectrum of drugs of abuse, and in the conduct of research on these issues. A record of peer-reviewed publication and early programmatic research activity that indicates promise for research funding at the national level is also desirable. Candidates must also demonstrate an ability to contribute to the Section's educational mission, including ability and interest in interacting and mentoring students and junior faculty.
     The Section is home to 16 faculty and research scientists and more than 100 other clinical, research, and administrative staff (see www.psych.med.umich.edu/sub/default.asp). Its Addiction Research Center is currently the base for more than 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 of the University community.

Required Qualifications:

     Candidates must have a PhD in clinical psychology from an American Psychological Association accredited doctoral program, and current professional psychology licensure with qualifications sufficient to obtain full licensure at the doctoral level in Michigan. Although not immediately required, board certification by the American Board of Professional Psychology (ABPP) is desirable. Evidence of scholarly ability (publications in peer-reviewed journals) and evidence of clinical competence and competence in clinical and didactic teaching is expected.

Additional Information:

     The University of Michigan offers attractive, comprehensive benefits and a salary commensurate with rank and experience. We especially invite and encourage applications from members of ethnic and racial minority groups.

How to Apply:

Please send letter of interest and curriculum vitae 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: clindemy@med.umich.edu

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:

Kirk Brower, MD
Director, University of Michigan Addiction Treatment Services
Department of Psychiatry
University of Michigan
Rachel Upjohn Bldg, Campus Zip: 5740
4250 Plymouth Rd
Ann Arbor, MI  48109-2700
734-232-0280

Email: carolska@med.umich.edu

The Psychiatrist provides psychiatric evaluations, diagnoses and treatment plans for individuals who suffer from chemical dependence and co-morbid psychiatric illnesses.

Specific Job Duties:

-Managing inpatient detoxification services, provision of pharmacotherapy and psychotherapy for co-morbid psychiatric illnesses.
-Consulting with general medical staff regarding physical illnesses
-Working with a multi-disciplinary treatment team in rendering inpatient treatment of chemical dependence.

Requirements:

-Knowledge and experience in the treatment of addictions is desired.
-Must be a Board Certified or Board Eligible Psychiatrist who is licensed to practice medicine in the State of Florida.

Our competitive compensation and excellent benefits package for FULL-TIME employees includes:
Medical and Dental Insurance
Supplemental Insurance
401(K) plan
Paid Time Off (PTO) Plan

The Watershed welcomes recovering individuals to apply! Recovering individuals must have a minimum of 1 full year of abstinence from drugs/alcohol to be eligible for employment.

The Watershed Addiction Treatment Programs, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a drug free workplace. Local candidates desired. No relocation offered

Apply on-line at: www.thewatershed.com or e-mail your CV to: mnunez@thewatershed.com

POSTED: 6/13/11

Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science (UCLA-affiliated University in Los Angeles) is currently seeking qualified candidates for a faculty position to work on NIH (NIDA) funded projects related to substance abuse (nicotine research preferred). Charles Drew University (CDU) is funded by a minority institution Drug Abuse Research Program (MIDARP) that provides infrastructure support related to substance abuse research. The goals of Drew MIDARP are:                                          

1. To increase the number of current substance abuse research projects to allow Drew to achieve a critical mass of researchers involved in substance abuse research;
2.  To continue to foster interest in substance abuse research among under-represented students and residents by providing educational and research experiences; and
3. To continue to enhance the research infrastructure at Drew to support substance abuse research.

The MIDARP grant supports a number of students and trainees (most of them under-represented minorities). As CDU is a minority institution, many special funded opportunities are available. An excellent AAALAC-accredited vivarium and some substance abuse equipment is available. Faculty rank and series will be commensurate with experience. Under-represented minority candidates are especially sought. Must have U.S. work authorization.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Qualifications for Faculty Position:

Ph.D. Degree and post-doctoral experience required. Experience in basic science research in substance abuse (nicotine research preferred) with a strong publication record; ability to achieve independent funding is required and current independent funding is preferred. Communication skills and ability to work with others are required. Ability to mentor students.

Qualified candidates may submit a CV and cover letter indicating reference no. 11/024 by email to:

Theodore C. Friedman, MD, PhD, Chairman, Department of Internal Medicine, e-mail: theodorefriedman@cdrewu.edu

Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

POSTED: 5/31/11

The School of Science seeks an outstanding individual with the vision, scientific standing, and leadership qualities required to chair the Department of Psychology. We desire candidates with a record of excellence in directing an active and nationally recognized research program, as well as a demonstrated commitment to academic leadership, high-quality teaching, and the ability to work across academic units. Candidates are expected to develop an exciting, dynamic, and strategic vision of the Department's future, compatible with existing strengths and opportunities. Candidates should be eligible for appointment as a full professor and start-up will be provided. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications.

The Department of Psychology consists of 28 full–time faculty members with interests in subfields such as social, industrial–organizational, clinical psychology, health psychology, and behavioral neuroscience. Our faculty includes award-winning teachers and researchers who are fully committed to discovery, facilitating student learning, and civic engagement, and whose work takes full advantage of collaborative opportunities in other units on campus and beyond.

The department has over 500 undergraduate majors who are highly engaged in their learning through service, practica, internships, and research experiences. More than 60 graduate students are enrolled across 3 graduate degree programs: Clinical Psychology (MS and PhD), Psychobiology of Addictions (PhD), and Industrial/Organizational Psychology (MS). The Clinical Psychology Program offers specialized training in Health Psychology and Psychiatric Rehabilitation, while training in the Psychobiology of Addictions focuses on the actions and effects of alcohol and drugs of abuse on brain function and brain development, as well as on brain mechanisms of addictive behavior. (More...pdf)

The Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences of the School of Pharmacy is seeking candidates at all levels for a tenured/tenure stream position.

The department’s faculty have diverse research interests: biochemical pharmacology, molecular biology & genetics; drug discovery, development & delivery; etiology of drug abuse disorders (http://www.pharmacy.pitt.edu/about/departments/pharmsciences.html). The faculty interacts through their associations with the school’s Center for Pharmacogenetics, Center for Education and Drug Abuse Research and Center for Translational Research, and the University of Pittsburgh Drug Discovery Institute, the University of Pittsburgh Clinical and Translational Science Institute, the University of Pittsburgh Cancer Institute, and the VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System.

Applicants whose research interests complement existing areas of strength are particularly encouraged to apply.  Applicants should have a PhD, PharmD, MD or equivalent and a record of experience and scholarship consistent with the rank sought. The successful applicant will be expected to contribute significantly to the School’s PhD and PharmD programs.

The Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences is located on the Oakland campus of the University of Pittsburgh along with the other Health Sciences Schools and the School of Arts & Science. This close proximity, along with affiliation with the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, provides unique intellectual opportunities for research collaboration, as well as access to extensive research resources.  The University of Pittsburgh continuously ranks in the top ten among all universities in research support from the National Institutes of Health. For information on the Pittsburgh area, see http://www.coolpgh.pitt.edu/

Applicants should send PDF files containing a letter describing their interest in the position, a description of their current and/or future research interests, a complete curriculum vitae and the names of at least four individuals who will serve as references to: Ms. Michele Chamberlain at mrc6@pitt.edu.  Applications will be reviewed starting July 1.

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

Opening available for a Research Assistant to assist in the daily research activities of ongoing NIH funded research projects in the Stress, Health and Addiction Research Program (SHARP) within the Department of Behavioral and Community Health and the Neuroscience and Cognitive Science Program at the University of Maryland, College Park. The overarching goal of SHARP is to examine the neurobiological and behavioral determinants of addictive behavior and HIV transmission, and translate this knowledge into effective prevention and intervention programs aimed at reducing health disparities. The Research Assistant will support research examining the neural mechanisms underlying substance use using functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) on the College Park campus, in Washington, D.C. and at the National Institute for Drug Abuse Neuroimaging Research Branch in Baltimore, MD. The qualified candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college with a specialization in biological, behavioral or social sciences or any combination of subsequent education and experience in a field for a total of two years. Experience/skills in data management (SPSS preferred), consenting and running research participants, communicating effectively both orally and in writing, and working in a team setting is preferred. This is an excellent position for applicants interested in gaining valuable research and clinical experience prior to applying to graduate school. Interested applicants should send a cover letter, resume/cv, and a list of 3 references to Ms. Linda Vause (lvause@umd.edu) by May 15, 2011.

The Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Neuroscience at the University of Chicago is seeking an academically-oriented addiction psychiatrist to develop and lead a new clinical and translational research program. The Department has a strong team of researchers and potential for collaborations in basic and animal research, human psychopharmacological studies,
translational investigations, and clinical trials for treatment of addiction including alcohol and tobacco disorders as well as other addictions. The candidate will also be involved in the training of medical students, psychiatric residents and fellows, and inpatient management. Applicants must have an M.D. or M.D./Ph.D. degree and be Board-Certified in Psychiatry and
licensure as a Physician & Surgeon in IL at the time of hire. Preference will be given to candidates with Board Certification in Addiction Disorders, a good record of peer-review publications, and a history of extramural funding. Start-up package and compensation will depend on qualifications and academic rank. The University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine was
recently ranked by U.S. News & World Report as the 3rd highest in the U.S. on research funding per faculty member, and the University offers a generous package of fringe benefits. Review of applications will commence March 15, 2011, and continue until the position is filled. To apply, visit The University of Chicago Academic Career Opportunities website at
http://tinyurl.com/4lev8zo to send cover letter and curriculum vitae. For more information, contact the Search Committee Chair, Andrea King, Ph.D., aking@bsd.uchicago.edu <mailto:aking@bsd.uchicago.edu> , 773.702.6181.

The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer

As part of Battelle’s Health and Life Sciences Global Business, you will touch every aspect of human health. We deliver far reaching solutions to some of the world’s most pressing health challenges – from developing medical products that change individual lives to pharmaceuticals that address potentially devastating health conditions on a global scale. Battelle supports your career by offering you the opportunity and resources to solve the most critical health problems, breakthrough technology developments, mentorship opportunities, upward mobility, and company ethics and reputation. Are you ready to Fast Forward to Your Growth?

Our Health and Life Sciences Division is currently seeking a Senior Tobacco/Health Behaviors Researcher. This position located in Baltimore, MD.

Highly qualified individual whose leadership in research in a specialty area is regarded as innovative, highly important and nationally recognized. The selected candidate must have demonstrated success of academic achievement and the ability to obtain funding for research programs through competitive grants and contracts from government or commercial sources.  This individual exhibits ingenuity, creativity and resourcefulness in the application and/or development of significantly advanced scientific principles, theories and concepts.  Frequently exposes and resolves problems associated with the development and implementation of strategic research programs.  Plans and conducts R&D programs, and advocates application of discipline to programs in areas critical to long-range objectives.

The selected candidate will be a lead contributor to grant and contract research working among and with a staff of PhD, MS and BS level scientists who are conducting on-going research currently directed at understanding the behavior of cigarette smoking and the consequent exposure to smoke-delivered toxins. The selected candidate will be responsible for helping to grow the research program (both the tobacco research and associated areas of interest), overseeing the quality of the work performed and for ensuring effective staff development.  The candidate will also consult with management and other scientists on long-range planning pertaining to new or projected areas of research growth. (More...pdf)

 RTI International is one of the world¹s leading research institutes, dedicated to improving the human condition by turning knowledge into practice. Our staff of more than 2,800 provides research and technical expertise to governments and businesses in more than 40 countries in the areas of health and pharmaceuticals, education and training, surveys and statistics, advanced technology, international development, economic and social policy, energy and the environment, and laboratory and chemistry services.

Consistent with its core values and mission to improve the human condition, RTI conducts multidisciplinary research and development and provides technical services through a variety of research groups. The Institute excels at setting environmental standards, conducting research and providing scientific, technical, and policy analysis for government andcommercial customers. RTI conducts innovative health, medical and pharmaceutical research including drug discovery, development, outcomes research, and public health research. It is among the world¹s leaders in conducting research and providing technical services in areas such as education, public services, and governance.

The Center for Pharmacology & Toxicology:

The Pharmacology & Toxicology (PT) group at RTI International is engaged in both basic and translational research in collaboration with other research groups within the Center for Discovery Sciences (DAS). Research within the department is funded through grants and contracts from government agencies and commercial entities. The group is also engaged in developing, patenting, and commercializing intellectual property collaboratively with the department of Synthetic and Organic Chemistry. The combination of medicinal chemistry and pharmacology leaves PT well positioned to compete for government-funded drug discovery projects. Past translational projects have led to the discovery of the anticancer compounds, camptothecin and taxol, and NIH grants to fund development through Phase I clinical trials of our proprietary monoamine uptake inhibitor, RTI-336, and kappa opioid selective antagonist, JDTic. The development and maintenance of scientific stature, access to state-of-the art technologies and the ability to integrate these into multidisciplinary research projects are critical to the success of the PT group. The department is supported by a world-class research facility housed in the main campus of RTI.

 The Position:

 Reporting to the Director of PT, the senior research pharmacologist will be responsible for building and maintaining an extramurally funded and nationally recognized research program. The department is seeking candidates who can augment the scope of its existing expertise in the areas of drug addiction and abuse, neuropharmacology and reproductive biology using cutting edge tools and techniques. Of particular interest are candidates qualified to conduct research using a combination of in vivo and in vitro models. The position will be supported by a competitive start-up package. (More...pdf)

The Mental Health Service at the VA Ann Arbor Healthcare System is looking for a Psychologist to fill a position in the Substance Use Disorder Intensive Outpatient Program (SUD-IOP). The SUD-IOP serves veterans with substance use disorders and comorbidities and is closely affiliated with our Partial Hospital Program and Substance Abuse Clinic.  The incumbent will be responsible for SUD-IOP behavioral programming as well as training and supervising staff and trainees from various mental health disciplines.  The psychosocial services provided are empirically based practices (e.g., Motivational Interviewing, CBT, etc.), and include monitors of patient outcomes.  In addition to program management responsibilities (program evaluation and improvement activities), this psychologist has supervisory responsibilities, direct patient care management obligations, and potential research obligations.  The specific distribution of these activities will be as agreed upon by the incumbent and Chief, Mental Health Service at the VA and reflected in incumbent’s VA service agreement and tour of duty. Further, this position includes a faculty appointment at the University of Michigan, Department of Psychiatry.   The VAAAHS has a close affiliation with the University of Michigan Medical School and Addiction Research Center with many opportunities available for clinical research collaboration.  Interested psychologists should apply at www.USAJOBs.gov/ to job announcement number 11-CVB443208-106. Please apply quickly as the position closes on 4/1/2011.

Exciting full-time clinical or instructional track position at the Instructor to Associate Professor level is available for a psychiatrist to serve as an Addiction Psychiatrist in the Substance Use Disorders (SUD) Program at the VA Ann Arbor Healthcare System (VAAAHS). This position includes a dual appointment within the Mental Health Service (MH) section of the VAAAHS and as a faculty member at the University of Michigan, Department of Psychiatry.  Responsibilities include providing general and specialized addiction psychiatric care, medical leadership of the program, developing a research program in substance use disorders and teaching medical students, psychiatry residents, VA Addiction Medicine fellows, and Addiction Psychiatry fellows (in the University of Michigan ABPN accredited Addiction Psychiatry Fellowship program).  Thus, there is a strong preference for the candidate to be board certified in Addiction Psychiatry.  The VA Ann Arbor SUD Program offers care based on empirically supported intervention approaches and practices (Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Addiction Psychopharmacology, etc.), and is involved with active clinical research projects.  The VA Ann Arbor Mental Health Service is closely affiliated with the University of Michigan, Department of Psychiatry, and is an active part of the Mental Health Service Line in the Veterans Integrated Service Network (VISN 11) serving four Midwestern states.  The VAAAHS Mental Health faculty includes a diverse group of active researchers within the Department of Psychiatry (including the University of Michigan Addiction Research Center) and rich opportunities for collaboration exist across departments in the University of Michigan Medical School.  To apply for this position, please see the USAJOBS website (www.usajobs.gov/) (Job Announcement Number: 506-11-004). 

UK HealthCare invites applications for a position as an Endowed Chair in Addiction Medicine and Director of the Bell Consultation Service of Addictions. The qualified candidate may be from any medical specialty, but requires experience practicing Addiction Medicine preferably at or exceeding the Associate Professor level. Candidates must be certified by the American Board of Addiction Medicine or eligible. The successful candidate will exhibit a strong aptitude for clinical care, clinical education and an interest in clinical research. Additional responsibilities will include teaching of medical students, residents and fellows.

Located in Lexington, the University of Kentucky has been internationally recognized as a leader in teaching, research and service. Applicants are requested to submit a letter of interest and their curriculum vitae to:

Carl Leukefeld, Professor
University of Kentucky
111 Medical Behavioral Science Building
Lexington, KY 40536-0086
(859) 323-5308 or cleukef@uky.edu

The University of Colorado School of Medicine Department of Psychiatry seeks a Head for its Division of Substance Dependence.  The Division has a long tradition of research accomplishment and expects that applicants will be research leaders with their own history of peer-reviewed grant support.  The Division operates the Addiction Research and Treatment Service (ARTS), serving about 1700 patients at any given time with both residential and outpatient adolescent and adult care.  The Division’s current annual budget is approximately $19 million, mainly from clinical sources and federal research grants.  The Division Head supervises 11 faculty members at or above the rank of Assistant Professor, the majority of whom hold federal research grants. There are an affiliated ACGME addiction psychiatry fellowship, a residential treatment facility (CeDAR at University of Colorado Hospital), and addiction services at Denver Health Medical Center and the Denver VAMC.  The Department has research facilities for brain imaging and molecular genetics, and the Division enjoys strong collaborations with researchers on CU’s Denver and Boulder campuses.  Applications are sought from experienced psychiatrists with leadership experience in research, teaching, and clinical administration  at the Associate Professor and Professor level.

To apply for this position:  https://www.jobsatcu.com/applicants/jsp/shared/search/Search_css.jsp and enter job posting 812650.

Women’s Health Research at Yale (www.yalewhr.org) and Yale Department of Psychiatry’s Division of Addictions (http://psychiatry.yale.edu/research/programs/divisions_people/addictions.aspx) announce junior faculty position openings within a research career development program focused on women’s health and addictive behaviors funded by the National Institutes of Health. Scholar candidates have the opportunity to work on research projects with experienced, productive mentors from different disciplines (e.g., psychiatry, psychology, neuroscience, health policy, internal and emergency medicine, obstetrics/gynecology, genetics, and public health) and are supported in the development of their own project. Projects can include basic, translational, or clinical (e.g., psychotherapy, pharmacotherapy) research. Career development activities are built around an innovative, integration of interdisciplinary research mentoring, professional coaching, team science work groups, and didactic seminars. Additional funds are provided for an independent research project and professional development. Up to 25% time can be spent on clinical or other training-relevant activities. Scholar candidates typically will be within three years of completing their doctoral degree from an accredited graduate school or medical school residency and have at least one year of supervised research experience in an area related to women’s health or addictions. Initial faculty appointment will be Instructor, Assistant Professor, or Associate Research Scientist depending on prior research training and scholarly productivity. Scholars must be U.S. citizens or have permanent resident status.

For more information see http://medicine.yale.edu/whr/faculty/training/jrfac.aspx, or contact carolyn.mazure@yale.edu or samuel.ball@yale.edu.

Application materials include a cover letter detailing research interests and career goals, CV and three letters of recommendation, and should be sent to (whresearch@yale.edu), or Women’s Health Research at Yale, P.O Box 208091, New Haven, CT 06520. Yale University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, and applications from women and members of minority groups are especially encouraged.

Virginia Commonwealth School of Medicine invites nominations and applications for the position of Director of Addiction Medicine.  VCU is a large urban university with robust health science campus and 750-bed university hospital. 

The incumbent will take a leadership role in advancing the areas of clinical and translational research and training in the field of addictions. The primary appointment will be in an academic department (e.g. Psychiatry, Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Pediatrics) corresponding to the candidate’s professional background and interests. The Director will be expected to contribute to the teaching, research and service missions of the department and other educational and research programs within the university particularly the CTSA-funded Center for Clinical and Translational Research in which the Director of Addiction Medicine will be expected to play a major role.  Opportunities exist for the successful candidate to interact with over twenty faculty members conducting research on addictions in the Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology (http://www.vcu.edu/pharmtox/faculty/meet.htm) as well as with the multi-disciplinary group of 29 other faculty in the Institute for Drug and Alcohol Studies (http://www.vcu.edu/idas/) who conduct research in such areas as neuroscience, psychology, medications development, prevention, treatment, women’s health and psychiatric genetics.  The teaching and clinical research activities in addictions at VCU include being part of the Mid-Atlantic node of the NIDA Clinical Trials Network (http://www.mactn.vcu.edu/), home to the Mid-Atlantic Addiction Technology Transfer Center (http://www.nattc.org/regcenters/index_midatlantic.asp), co-host university for the International Programme in Addiction Studies (http://www.vcu.edu/idas/ipas/), and home to both a NIDA Research Center Grant and a Institutional Training grant.  The Virginia Institute for Psychiatric and Behavioral Genetics (http://www.vipbg.vcu.edu/) at VCU also has a strong focus in addictions research.  The School of Medicine is also home to a Center for Clinical and Translational Research (http://www.cctr.vcu.edu/), which includes a focus on substance abuse and women’s health, as well as a Clinical Research Center (http://www.cctr.vcu.edu/crc/index.html). VCU has a strong investment in Public Health disciplines with faculty expertise in substance abuse and HIV/AIDS (http://www.publichealth.vcu.edu/).  Finally, VCU has long history of collaboration with several regional community-based substance abuse treatment and prevention programs and an affiliated Veterans Administration Medical Center. (More...pdf)

POSTED: 3/3/11

THE DARTMOUTH PSYCHIATRIC RESEARCH CENTER invites applications for one non-tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level. Applicant should have interest in substance use disorder treatment development and testing, services research in community settings, and/or implementation/dissemination science. The applicant should have research and some clinical expertise, as well as documented knowledge of standardized assessment, research design and conduct, and data analytic techniques. A competitive candidate will have experience in NIH-grant acquisition or application, manuscript publication, and national conference presentation.

Applicants must have a doctoral degree in a relevant psychological, medical, social or public health discipline. Applicants should also demonstrate a track record or training background in clinical research, a commitment to improving community services or the public health, and capacity to work effectively on a team.

The Dartmouth Psychiatric Research Center is composed of a multi-disciplinary group of researchers with a broad range of interests. Faculty members are in the Department of Psychiatry and/or the Department of Community & Family Medicine. A common theme of the work at the Dartmouth Psychiatric Research Center is the design, testing and dissemination of evidence-based treatments for implementation in routine community settings. Of particular focus in this position are services to persons with co-occurring substance use and psychiatric disorders.

Dartmouth Medical School is a component of Dartmouth College, an undergraduate institution, and includes professional schools in business (Tuck) and engineering (Thayer). The Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center is the academic medical center within which much clinical teaching occurs. Dartmouth is located in central New Hampshire, adjacent to Vermont, and offers a superb non-urban lifestyle. Outdoor activities and the benefits of small town living abound.

Candidates should send a current CV, a letter describing areas of expertise, and a list of three references to: Mark McGovern PhD, 85 Mechanic Street, Suite B4-1, Lebanon, NH 03766. Email: mark.p.mcgovern@dartmouth.edu. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Dartmouth Medical School is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and seeks diversity in faculty and staff. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Department of Psychiatry at the University of California, San Diego and the Psychology Service of the Veterans Affairs San Diego Healthcare System are recruiting two academic clinical psychologists. Each appointee will serve as a full-time Staff Psychologist at the VASDHS’s new Domiciliary. Applicants must hold a Ph.D. from an APA-approved clinical psychology program, must have completed an APA-approved internship in clinical psychology, and must be eligible for licensure in California. Candidates must be eligible for appointment at the Assistant or Associate Professor level in the Clinical, Adjunct, or In-Residence series at UCSD. Academic rank and salary will be dependent upon qualifications, and based on published VA pay scales.

Area of clinical or research specialization is flexible, but experience in homelessness, rehabilitation, severe mental illness, substance use disorders, and resiliency/positive psychology is desirable. A track record of high quality, independent, research in evidence-based practices to improve the quality of life for chronically homeless individuals is a strong asset.

Interested candidates should send curriculum vitae and supporting documentation by April 15, 2011 to: Chair, Domiciliary Search Committee, Department of Psychiatry, UCSD School of Medicine, 9500 Gilman Drive, La Jolla, CA 92093-0603 (or submit by email to: kstuart@ucsd.edu). The University of California, San Diego is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer with a strong institutional commitment to excellence through diversity. Potential start date is April-July 2011.

Chronic diseases are an increasing major public health issue of the 21st century. In response, the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston (UTMB Health) has established the “Vaccines for Chronic Diseases” initiative to encompass research at all stages of vaccine development, from basic science/discovery through clinical studies. We seek highly motivated researchers with an established record of extramural funding, or the potential to establish a robust research program, as well as a willingness to work in a highly collaborative and interdisciplinary environment. Currently, areas of particular interest are: addiction, cancer, and neurodegenerative diseases. We are recruiting individuals holding MD, PhD, and/or DVM degrees at the Assistant, Associate or Full Professor level, including tenure-track positions for suitably qualified individuals.

UTMB Health provides a rich environment for research, with a number of highly interactive centers of excellence and biomedical institutes. The “Vaccines for Chronic Diseases” initiative is led by the Sealy Center for Vaccine Development (www.utmb.edu/scvd) in conjunction with the UTMB Cancer Center (www.utmb.edu/cancer), the Center for Addiction Research (http://www.utmb.edu/addiction), and the Mitchell Center for Neurodegenerative Diseases (http://www.utmb.edu/neuro/MitchellCenter.htm).

Additional UTMB centers of excellence involved in this initiative include:

• Center for Interdisciplinary Research in Women’s Health (http://www.utmb.edu/cirwh)
• Clinical Proteomics Center (https://bioinfo.utmb.edu/CPC)
• Institute for Human Infections and Immunity (http://www.utmb.edu/ihii)
• Institute for Translational Science (http://www.its.utmb.edu)
• Sealy Center on Aging (http://www.utmb.edu/scoa/index.html)
• Sealy Center for Molecular Medicine (http://scmm.utmb.edu)
• Sealy Center for Structural Biology and Molecular Biophysics (http://www.scsb.utmb.edu)
• Stark Diabetes Center (http://www.stark-diabetes.org)

Each of these centers/institutes has interests in vaccine development. With this wealth of expertise and our state-of-the-art core facilities, UTMB offers outstanding opportunities for collaboration and multidisciplinary research.

UTMB is home to the oldest medical school in Texas. The city of Galveston is a popular tourist and cruise ship destination that includes beaches, museums, historical architecture, a vibrant arts scene, and excellent restaurants; all located only 45 minutes away from Houston, the nation’s fourth largest city.

Interested candidates should send a C.V., outline of research interests and names of four references electronically to behawkin@utmb.edu, or by mail to: Vaccines for Chronic Diseases Search Committee C/O Dr. Bridget Hawkins, UTMB SCVD, 301 University Blvd, Galveston, TX, 77555-0436. For additional information, contact Dr. Alan Barrett, (abarrett@utmb.edu; phone 409-772-6662).

UTMB Health is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Institution, which proudly values diversity. Candidates of all backgrounds, including persons with disabilities, are encouraged to apply.

The VA Boston Healthcare System (VABHS) is recruiting academically oriented residential and outpatient psychiatrists. VABHS is a New England regional referral center for Veterans’ healthcare. The Mental Health Service has strong and longstanding affiliations with Harvard Medical School (HMS) and Boston University School of Medicine (BUSM) and has major campuses located in Jamaica Plain and Brockton. One position is for a Medical Director of our Dual Diagnosis Residential Treatment Program and Detoxification Programs in Brockton. The second position is for a Medical Director of our Substance Abuse Residential Treatment Program and Transitional Residence Program in Jamaica Plain and Brockton. For both, candidates certified in Addiction Psychiatry are ideally suited. Duties include direct clinical care and support of the academic mission of the medical center, including supervision of psychiatry residents and medical students and the opportunity to participate in research. Candidates must be Board Certified or Board Eligible. These positions offer a highly competitive VA salary and a faculty appointment at BUSM or HMS commensurate with experience. Please send a letter of interest, CV, and contact information for three references to: Gary B. Kaplan, M.D., Director, Mental Health Service, VA Boston Healthcare System, 940 Belmont Street Brockton, MA 02301 or email materials to: Eugene.Francois@va.gov with a copy to vhabhsjobs@med.va.gov. VA Boston is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer with a strong institutional commitment to diversity in all areas.

The Dept. of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neurosciences (DPBN) at Wayne State University (WSU) invites applications for a faculty position as the Medical Director of the Substance Abuse Research Division (SARD), preferably at the Assistant Professor level (Clinician/Educator Track), to begin as soon as possible. The responsibilities of this position include overseeing all medical aspects of substance abuse research and clinical treatment operations of the division, which includes a well-equipped and staffed human psychopharmacology laboratory, outpatient treatment program, and medical screening/support facilities.

Applicants should have a U.S. medical degree or equivalent, board certification, preferably with post-doctoral credentialing in addiction psychiatry or addiction medicine, licensure (or license-eligible) to practice in the State of Michigan and DEA licensure (preferably waivered to prescribe buprenorphine). We seek individuals with clinical and teaching experience in substance abuse, with the potential to develop multidisciplinary team approaches. Applicants with programmatic interests in neuroscience, pharmacotherapies, behavioral treatments, pain, polydrug abuse and prescription misuse, psychiatric comorbidity, or special populations (e.g. HIV/AIDS, pregnant females) will provide synergy with existing faculty activities.

Successful candidates will have demonstrated leadership and high ethical responsibility, being able to work collaboratively, and a history of successful administrative/supervisory experience. A record of scholarly output and/or scholarly intention is required as a WSU faculty member. Expertise in treating co-occurring disorders (dual diagnosis) is highly valued. Salary and benefits are highly competitive. (More...pdf)

The Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neuroscience, University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, is recruiting a full-time Research Physician to work as a member of the Cincinnati Addiction Research Center (CinARC). CinARC operates primarily through various funding mechanisms from the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA). During the past ten years a large portion of such funding has been via the NIDA Clinical Trials Network (CTN). CinARC receives additional funding from other NIDA Divisions (e.g. via R01s) and through contracts with other institutions and private pharmaceutical companies. Areas of responsibility include:

· Actively designing new studies and applying for NIH grants, either alone, in collaboration with other CinARC staff members, or collaboratively with other investigators within the NIDA CTN.

· Working on locally-conducted protocols, which will entail completing medical examinations and procedures with study participants.

· Participating in the national movement to integrate substance abuse treatment with primary care and with specialized care such as internal medicine, psychiatry, and dentistry.

· Participating in the dissemination of new treatments found to be effective by recently completed CTN-funded clinical trials.

Applicants must have an MD or DO degree, a current US medical license, and be legally employable. Additional credentialing applicable to the study locale and study procedures may be required post-hire. Salary and academic appointment rank will be commensurate with experience.

Interested applicants should apply by using the following link:
www.jobsatuc.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=76571 This position will remain open until the position is filled. The University of Cincinnati is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Women and People of Color are encouraged to apply. UC is a smoke-free work environment.

For a full description, or to apply online for JOB #45913 visit: http://jobs.jhu.edu.   Hopkins is a smoke and drug free workplace offering a comprehensive salary program and excellent benefits including tuition remission at the University.  Johns Hopkins is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to recruiting, supporting, and fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students. We seek applicants who share this goal.