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PsycCareers.com CAREER OPPORTUNITIES tional conferences. The application deadline is February 1, 2012 for clinical child psychology. The clinical child psychology specialty subscribes to the postdoctoral Uniform Notification Date, March 14, 2012. FORENSIC PSYCHOLOGY POSTDOCTORAL FELLOWSHIP: Minnesota State Operated Forensic Services (St. Peter, MN) is offering a postdoctoral fellowship in forensic psychology beginning September 2012 with a stipend of approximately $46,000 with benefits. This fellowship focuses on training in forensic evaluation and assessment. Applications are due January 16, 2012. To request a fellowship brochure with application requirements, contact: Dr. Sheryl Delain-Adderley, Forensic Psychology Fellowship Director, at sheryl.l.delain-adderley@ state.mn.us or (507) 985-2804. ASSISTANT PROFESSOR—THE UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA, MORRIS (UMM): seeks to fill one tenure-track assistant professor position in developmental psychology to teach courses in lifespan Development, capstone seminar, advanced developmental courses, and other courses to be negotiated. Position begins August 13, 2012. The annual teaching load is 5 courses per year. Prefer Ph.D. in psychology or closely related field, but will consider outstanding ABD (instructor rank until Ph.D. completed). A full position description and application instructions are posted at http://www.morris.umn.edu/ services/acad_affairs/positions.html. POSTDOCTORAL CLINICAL/RESEARCH FELLOWSHIP: The program in human sexuality at the University of Minnesota Medical School is seeking applicants to join a vibrant team of faculty and postdoctoral fellows for a two-year fellowship program. Fellows would provide individual, family, couple, and group psychotherapy for a wide range of sexual dysfunctions and problems including: relationship and sexual problems, transgender issues, sexual orientation concerns, compulsive sexual behavior, paraphilia, sexual offending, and HIV counseling. The clinic serves a diverse group of patients (an average of 1,300 patient visits a month), including children, adolescents, minorities, disabled individuals, and clients with chronic medical or mental health problems. The training will help the fellow develop skills in addressing sexual issues in any clinical setting and conducing psychosexual evaluations. In addition to sex therapy, treatment addresses a wide variety of Axis I and Axis II disorders. This kind of diversity makes for an exciting and stimulating fellowship. Fellows complete a research project that is tailored to their own interests. Applicants must have their Ph.D., Psy.D., or M.D. The fellowship helps individuals gain licensure. We are looking to fill a position early 2012. The fellowship includes a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and a professional travel stipend. Submit your application online via the University of Minnesota employment website, https://employment. umn.edu /applicants /jsp /shared / Welcome_css.jsp. Inquiries to: Rob Kirby at: rkirby@umphysicians. umn.edu. doctoral in psychology (must be licensed or license-eligible as a psychologist in Mississippi if doctoral degree is in clinical, counseling, or school psychology) and show evidence of achieving recognition for their work commensurate with the rank of associate or professor, experience with APA and regional accreditation bodies, and previous experience in a doctoral-granting department. 2) Director of clinical training, assistant/associate professor: The Department of Psychology at Jackson State University (JSU) invites applications and nominations for a 12-month, tenuretrack position as assistant/associate professor to serve as the director of clinical training. The successful candidate is expected to oversee our doctoral program in clinical psychology, to participate in the further development of the graduate program in accordance with standards established by APA and CDCUP, lead the program in sustaining its APA-accreditation status, and to establish ties with the state psychological association, university or community-based clinical and research settings, while preserving a collegial environment in which quality learning for doctoral students is the goal. Candidates must have an earned a doctorate in clinical psychology (must be licensed or license-eligible as a psychologist in Mississippi) and show evidence of achieving recognition for their work commensurate with the rank of assistant or associate professor, evidence of a distinguished scholarly record, a history of external funding, experience with program development in professional psychology, strong communication, organizational and clinical/ supervisory skills, and evidence of commitment to working with culturally diverse students and faculty. 3) Assistant professors: The Department of Psychology at Jackson State University invites applicants for three tenure-track positions to begin August 2012. We seek to hire highly motivated professionals with a Ph.D. in clinical/counseling psychology. The successful applicant must hold a degree in clinical/counseling psychology from an APA-accredited program. Applications will be considered and accepted from ABD candidates, provided that degree is conferred before date of hire. Applicant must be licensed or license-eligible according to criteria set forth by the Mississippi Board of Psychology. The successful applicant must be qualified by training and experience to teach both graduate and undergraduate courses and provide clinical supervision to graduate students. Candidates for all of these positions should submit a statement of teaching/research interests, curriculum vitae, three letters of reference and all college transcripts. The salaries of each position will be negotiable and dependent upon level of experience. Application materials should be mailed to: Dr. Debra Pate, Chair, Search Committee, Jackson State University, P.O. Box 17550, Jackson, MS 39217-0350. Applications will continue until all positions are filled. Jackson State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MISSOURI PSYCHOLOGISTS WITH SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE: Saint Louis Behavioral Medicine Institute (SLBMI), an academic affiliate of Saint Louis University, is interested in hiring innovative psychologists to provide specialized services in behavioral and physical healthcare. SLBMI is a clinical, teaching, and research facility that offers a supportive and dynamic environment for psychologists seeking career opportunities in their area of specialization. Specialty areas of current interest include, but are not limited to: 1) familybased treatment of youth with eating disorders; 2) chronic pain and headache; 3) autism; 4) integration of spirituality/religion; 5) addictions treatment; 6) child/adolescent anxiety disorders; 7) bariatrics; 8) other child focused specialty areas. For all positions must be Missouri-licensed or license-eligible and ideally on managed care panels. Immediate openings. For above positions, e-mail letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and current managed care panels to: Ronald B. Margolis, Ph.D. ronm@slbmi. com. More information on SLBMI is available at www.slbmi.com. SLBMI offers a competitive benefit package and is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. MISSISSIPPI JACKSON STATE UNIVERSITY (THREE POSITIONS): 1) Jackson State University Department of Psychology, Department chair: The Department of Psychology at Jackson State University (JSU) invites applications for the position of department chair. The department has 9faculty members (5 tenured), 300 undergraduate majors, and 40 doctoral students. The mission of the department is to provide a rigorous and systemic study of the science of behavior and mental processes. The central theme of our clinical psychology program is multiculturalism. Our program is the second historically AfricanAmerican university in the nation with an APA-accredited Ph.D. program in clinical psychology. With an enrollment of 8,000 students, the university has been designated by the state as a comprehensive research university with a Carnegie classification of doctoral intensive. Candidates must have earned a NEBRASKA TENURE-TRACK ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF PSYCHOLOGY—SCHOOL, EDUCATIONAL, CLINICAL, OR COUNSELING: The Psychology Department invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position to begin August 2012. Candidates from applied areas of psychology (e.g., school, educational, clinical, counseling) are particularly encouraged. Job requirements include: completion of Ph.D. by August 2012, demonstrated excellence in teaching, an active research program to which undergraduates could contribute, and a willingness to teach three courses per semester at the undergraduate level. Candidates should have a demonstrated interest in teaching research methodsstatistics, introduction to psychology, and courses in their specialty area. Other duties include: supervising undergraduate research/honors projects, academic service, and advising. Submissions received by December 15, 2011 will be reviewed. Submit cover letter of application, curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching interests, and a For future planning! Dates and sites for APA’s future conventions are: August 2–5, 2012—Orlando, FL July 31–August 4, 2013—Honolulu, HI August 7–10, 2014—Washington, DC August 6–9, 2015—Toronto, Ontario, Canada 106 MONITOR ON PSYCHOLOGY • NOVEMBER 2011 http://www.PsycCareers.com https://employment.umn.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/Welcome_css.jsp https://employment.umn.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/Welcome_css.jsp https://employment.umn.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/Welcome_css.jsp http://www.morris.umn.edu/services/acad_affairs/positions.html http://www.slbmi.com http://www.morris.umn.edu/services/acad_affairs/positions.html

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

Monitor on Psychology - November 2011
Letters
President’s Column
Contents
Guest Column
‘Grand Challenges’ offers blueprint for mental health research
Documentary seeks to reach parents of LGBT kids
Treating veterans will cost at least $5 billion by 2020
Selfless volunteering might lengthen your life
Combat and stress up among U.S. military in Afghanistan
South Africa to host international psychology conference
Study uncovers a reason behind sex differences in mental illness
Navy psychologist gives a voice to combat trauma
In Brief
Psychologist suicide
On Your Behalf
Journey back to Heart Mountain
Psychology is key to pain management, report finds
ACT goes international
Judicial Notebook
Random Sample
Time Capsule
Questionnaire
Science Watch
Behavior change in 15-minute sessions?
Health-care reform 2.0
Perspective on Practice
Giving a heads up on concussion
Practice Profile
Searching for meaning
Inspiring young researchers
Aging, with grace
Public Interest
Thank you!
APA News
Division Spotlight
American Psychological Foundation
The man who gave Head Start a start
Personalities

Monitor on Psychology - November 2011