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PsycCareers.com CAREER OPPORTUNITIES ALABAMA PRIVATE PRACTICE OPPORTUNITY: Seeking clinical psychologists to join a multidisciplinary practice: one child psychologist and one generalist. All curriculum vitae will be reviewed regardless of specialty. Send curriculum vitae and cover letter to: Dr. Storey at: parker. storey@graysonmentalhealth.com. ARIZONA CLINICAL GY POSITION AT THE BARROW NEUROLOGICAL INSTITUTE: We seek to recruit a clinical neuropsychologist to work within the Department of Clinical Neuropsychology at the Barrow Neurological Institute, St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center, Phoenix, AZ. The position is to work primarily on the inpatient neurorehabilitation ing neuropsychological examinations to clarify the nature of higher integrative brain dysfunction, building therapeutic alliances with the patient and family, and guiding and conducting cognitive rehabilitation and psychological support therapies during the inpatient stay. The position also requires: training rehabilitation staff and conducting clinically relevant research on neuropsychological recovery and achievement of rehabilitation goals. Requirements are a Ph.D. or Psy.D. in clinical psychology with postdoctoral training in clinical neuropsychology. They must be license-eligible or licensed to practice in the state of Arizona. Salary is commensurate with experience and professional skills. The position is available immediately and will end once the position is filled. Send a letter of interest with curriculum vitae to: George P. Prigatano, Ph.D., Newsome Chair, Department of Clinical Neuropsychology, Barrow Neurological Institute, St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center, 222 West Thomas Road, Suite 315, Phoenix, AZ 85013. E-mail george.prigatano@chw.edu. Responsibilities include: conduct- PSYCHOLOGIST: Seeking Arizona licensed or eligible with three years post licensure experience with children and families to join established group practice in Phoenix, AZ. Competitive compensation and benefits. Fax resume to: AZNY Psychological Services at (602) 439- 0106. ARKANSAS MENTAL HEALTH CLINICIAN: The University of Arkansas Counseling and Psychological Services seeks a candidate for a mental health clinician position to begin by August 2012. Primary responsibilities will be in providing individual, couples, family, and group counseling with students, faculty and staff. Additional responsibili- unit. NEUROPSYCHOLO- cember 31, 2011 will receive full consideration. Late applications will be reviewed as needed to fill the position. This position is subject to a pre-employment criminal background check. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a ry manner consistent with state and federal law. The University of Arkansas is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants are subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act and persons hired must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States. CALIFORNIA COMMUNITY PSYCHOLOGIST: The Graduate Department of Counseling Psychology at Santa Clara University invites applications for a clinical or counseling csychologist specializing in community psychology, to be appointed at the assistant professor level (tenure-track) beginning in September 2012. The candidate is expected to demonstrate an excellent program of research, and provide evidence of outstanding clinically-oriented teaching and communication skills. Additionally, the candidate should desire to join a collaborative teaching faculty, and should possess excellent interpersonal skills. A strong commitment to teaching and helping others is expected. The position requires: a thorough knowledge of psychology, counseling and community resources available to clients. The successful applicant will teach master’s level graduate courses in community service learning, community psychology, and client case management, and, as permitted by course needs and scheduling restrictions, a course in the applicant’s area of specialization. Santa Clara is a Jesuit, Catholic, value-oriented university located in the heart of Silicon Valley. Quality scholarship and teaching is essential, and involvement with student re- OCTOBER 2011 • MONITOR ON PSYCHOLOGY confidential, non-discriminato- ties will include: assessment, crisis intervention, outreach and consultation, and supervision of graduate students from a variety of professional training programs. Qualifications include: doctorate in clinical or counseling psychology (APAaccreditation preferred), or closely related discipline; master’s in counselor education is acceptable but doctorate is preferred (CACREP accreditation preferred); or MSW from accredited social work program. Within 18-months of hire, must secure licensure in Arkansas for independent practice in one’s discipline. For more information: Go to http://hr.uark.edu/jobdetails. asp?ListingID=6594, or contact: Rosalyn Davis at rdd05@uark.edu. Applications completed by De- CAREER DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY Fellowships in CANCER PREVENTION and CONTROL RESEARCH The Division of Cancer Prevention and Control Research, of the School of Public Health and Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center at UCLA, is accepting applications for our NIH/NCI-funded (R25) postdoctoral career development program in population-based, multidisciplinary cancer prevention and control research. The program features: ❖Tailored coursework, including the option of completing a MPH or MSPH degree; ❖Participation in the ongoing research of a senior faculty mentor; ❖An independent research project leading to scientific publications and a grant application. Fellowships can be for one to three years. Applicants must hold a doctoral degree (e.g., PhD, MD, EdD). For admission into the program in Fall 2012, priority will be given to applicants who apply by January 17, 2012. Applications will continue to be accepted until all openings are filled. Compensation is $60,000 annually, plus benefits. Additional funds provided for tuition, travel and research expenses. For more information: Visit: www.ph.ucla.edu/cancerprevention training Contact: Barbara Berman, PhD Program Co-Director DCPCR/JCCC/UCLA 650 Charles Young Drive South A2-125 CHS, Box 956900 Los Angeles, CA 90095 Phone: (310) 794-9283 E-mail: bberman@ucla.edu Qualified candidates must be citizens or permanent resident aliens. UCLA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minority candidates are especially encouraged to apply. 95 http://www.PsycCareers.com http://www.ph.ucla.edu/cancerpreventiontraining http://hr.uark.edu/jobdetails.asp?ListingID=6594 http://hr.uark.edu/jobdetails.asp?ListingID=6594 http://www.ph.ucla.edu/cancerpreventiontraining http://www.ph.ucla.edu/cancerpreventiontraining

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Monitor on Psychology - October 2011

Monitor on Psychology - October 2011
President’s Column
Subtle and stunning slights
Contents
From the CEO
Live science on the showroom floor
Zimbardo re-examines his landmark study
Ready, set, mentor
Attention students and ECPs: Self-care is an ‘ethical imperative’
Suicide risk is high among war veterans in college, study finds
Psychotherapy is effective and here’s why
From toilet to tap: getting people to drink recycled water
What’s ahead for psychology practice?
A push for more accountability is changing the accreditation process
Peer, parental support prove key to fighting childhood obesity
Popular media’s message to girls
Bullying may contribute to lower test scores
A consequence of cuckoldry: More (and better) sex?
Manatees’ exquisite sense of touch may lead them into dangerous waters
Building a better tomato
How will China’s only children care for their aging parents?
‘Spice’ and ‘K2’: New drugs of abuse now on the market
Many suspects don’t understand their right to remain silent
In Brief
Boosting minority achievement
Where’s the progress?
And social justice for all
Helping new Americans find their way
Segregation’s ongoing legacy
A new way to combat prejudice
Retraining the biased brain
Suppressing the ‘white bears’
How to eat better — mindlessly
Protect your aging brain
Must babies always breed marital discontent?
Outing addiction
Flourish 2051
The danger of stimulants
Keys to making integrated care work
Is technology ruining our kids?
Facebook: Friend or foe?
The promise of Web 3.0
NIMH invests in IT enhanced interventions
Science Directions
Science Directions
PsycAdvocates work to safeguard key programs
The psychology of spending cuts
APA’s strategic plan goes live
Visionary leaders
Bravo!
Vote on bylaws amendments

Monitor on Psychology - October 2011