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PsycCareers.com CAREER OPPORTUNITIES ASSISTANT/ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR: The Department of Human Development and Family Studies, College of Human Environmental Sciences at The University of Alabama is seeking applicants for a faculty position at the assistant/ associate professor level. The position is a full-time non-tenure-earning contractual agreement requiring a three-year commitment. The successful candidate will assume responsibilities for coordinating and teaching in the undergraduate interdisciplinary minor in addictive disorders and recovery studies. In addition, this person will teach and supervise the clinical experience of M.S. students in the marriage and family therapy program. For more information, log on to https://faculty jobs.ua.edu. UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA, BIRMINGHAM—PSYCHOLOGY FACULTY POSITIONS: As part of our multi-year hiring plan, the UAB Department of Psychology is seeking nominations and applications for three tenure-track/tenured positions in psychology in any area and at any level (assistant, associate, professor). The successful candidates for these positions will be expected to bring or establish an active and externally funded program of research, mentor graduate and undergraduate students, and teach in his/her area of expertise. All candidates must have received their doctoral degree. Note that the research specialty for these positions is open, but we would prefer candidates who will contribute to our priority research areas (pain research, addictions and eating disorders, obesity, neural plasticity, and affective science). Within these thematic areas, potential hires might include scientists in the areas of behavioral genetics, obesity, recovery of function after damage to the developing or aging nervous system, effects of stress on cognition, behavior, or mental health, vision science, clinical child pediatric, neuropsychology, neuroimaging, translational research in theme areas, and autism. The psychology department is a vibrant and well-regarded department on campus and supports three doctoral programs (behavioral neuroscience, lifespan developmental, and medical-clinical APA-accredited). The department has a long history of obtaining extramural research funding and has excellent research facilities. In addition, as part of the University’s emphasis on multidisciplinary centers, the psychology department encourages/supports collaboration with various departments and centers within the university including the Civitan International Research Center, the Civitan/Sparks Clinics, The Children’s Health System, The Comprehensive Cancer Center, the Center for Neuroscience, The McKnight Brain Institute, The Center for the Study of Community Health, The Center for Translational Science, The Center for Aging, The Vision Science Research Center, UAB Comprehensive Diabetes Center, the Nutrition Obesity Research Center, and the School of Medicine. Individuals interested in participating in, promoting, and advancing a collaborative and multidisciplinary environment at UAB and in the community are encouraged to apply. The psychology department enjoys the benefits of UAB’s standing as a national center for biomedical health research and education. Metro Birmingham (population 1.2 million) is an ethnically diverse and cosmopolitan setting with a rich array of cultural institutions and a high quality of life. Applicants should send an electronic letter of interest describing your research and teaching interests and your curriculum vitae, and the names of three professional references to: Mary Frances Thetford at mthetford@uab.edu. Address information to the Search Committee, Department of Psychology, University of Alabama at Birmingham, 1530 3rd Avenue South, Birmingham, AL 35294-1170. For questions about the positions, contact: Dr. Karlene Ball, kball@uab.edu, University Professor and Chair, and copy to: mthetford@uab.edu. Applications should be received by February 28, 2012. Screening of applications will begin immediately and continue until the positions are filled. Starting date is negotiable. UAB is strongly committed to academic excellence, and dedicated to broadening the diversity of its faculty, staff, and students. We take pride in our exceptionally diverse and multicultural student body. UAB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Women and minority candidates are encouraged to apply. FACULTY POSITIONS—OPEN RANK: Two faculty positions at the associate or professor levels with a 12-month appointment are being sought by the Department of Health Behavior, School of Public Health, University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB). An established record of research and publications in the modification of health-related behavior risk factors is required. The department has established research programs in substance misuse and behavioral economics; tobacco control; obesity and physical activity; STI/HIV prevention; child health; family care giving; and risk and resilience in emerging adults. Candidates with theoretical frameworks relevant to health behaviors such as behavioral economics, experience with multidisciplinary collaboration, and strong quantitative skills are encouraged to apply. The applicant must have a Ph.D., Dr.PH., or Sc.D. in the social, behavioral, or related sciences. A record of publications, extramural funding, and excellence in teaching is required for the associate professor or professor ranks. Successful candidates are expected to pursue independent research, participate in collaborative research programs as appropriate to their interests, and teach in the department’s MPH and Ph.D. degree programs. Rank, tenure status, and salary will be commensurate with candidate qualifications. The positions will remain open until filled. Interested applicants should submit current curriculum vitae, a sample of recent publications, a cover letter that discusses qualifications and reasons for interest in a position, and four letters of support to: Dr. Susan Davies, Ph.D., Search Committee Chair, RPHB 227, 1530 3rd Avenue South, Birmingham, AL 352940022, (205) 934-6020, or by e-mail to: cstrahan@uab.edu. UAB is an urban, dynamic research university with over 17,500 students enrolled in 10 schools and the College of Arts & Sciences. UAB ranks among the top 25 universities receiving NIH funding, 10th among public universities. UAB has over 20 university-wide interdisciplinary research centers and is nationally recognized for its highquality medical center and research and training programs in health sciences. UAB is dedicated to broadening the diversity of its faculty, staff, and students. We serve a multicultural student body. Students enroll from every region of the nation and from some 100 countries worldwide. Established in 1981, the UAB School of Public Health has about 90 full-time faculty members and 350 students. In recent years the school has consistently ranked second among UAB schools in successfully competing for extramural funding. UAB is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. PRIVATE PRACTICE OPPORTUNITY: Seeking licensed clinical psychologists to join a multidisciplinary practice: one child psychologist and one adult (generalist). Send curriculum vitae and cover letter to: Dr. Storey at p a r ke r.st o r ey@g r ays o n m e nt a l health.com. year tenure process. Applicants may be invited to the college at their own expense for an interview with teaching demonstration. Closing February 23, 2012. Submit completed paper application to: Office of the Vice President of Instruction, Diablo Valley College, 321 Golf Club Road, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523. Include two copies of cover letter, curriculum vitae, district academic application, answers to required supplemental questions, unofficial college/ graduate transcript(s). Application materials at www.4cd.edu. Minimum qualification is M.A./M.S. in psychology. An Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity. ASSESSMENT PROFESSOR: Pacific Graduate School of Psychology Palo Alto University (PGSP/PAU), which has an APA-accredited Ph.D. and a joint Psy.D. program with the Department of Psychiatry at Stanford University, is recruiting an associate or full professor to assume a leadership role in coordinating the university’s teaching and research in the area of assessment. Applicants must have a doctoral degree from an APA-accredited program, an APA-accredited internship, and be eligible for licensure in California. The qualified applicant will be committed to quality training in scientifically based doctoral programs, have an active research program in assessment, and will contribute to the clinical training of students via course work, therapy supervision, research mentoring and dissertation supervision. Applicants should submit a letter describing their research and teaching experience, curriculum vitae, three letters of recommendation, and copies of several recent publications by regular mail to: PGSP/PAU Faculty Search Committee, Palo Alto University, 1791 Arastradero Road, Palo Alto, CA 94304. E-mail queries can be sent to: rrussell@paloaltou.edu. Applications will be considered until the positions are filled. PGSP at Palo Alto University offers a collegial and productive work environment in the San Francisco Bay Area, competitive salary and an attractive benefits package. Women and ethnic minority applicants are strongly encouraged to apply. Palo Alto University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. CLINICAL NEUROPSYCHOLOGY PROFESSOR: Pacific Graduate School of Psychology at Palo Alto University (PGSP/PAU), which has two APA-accredited doctoral programs (Ph.D. and a joint Psy.D. with the Department of Psychiatry at Stanford University), is recruiting an associate or full professor to assume a leadership role in coordinating and contributing to the university’s teaching and research in the area of clinical neuropsychology. Applicants must have a doctoral degree in clinical psychology or clinical neuropsychology from an APA-accredited program, an APA91 ALASKA CHILD PSYCHOLOGIST: SEARHC is seeking licensed-eligible child psychologist to work with committed professionals in partnership with Alaska Natives. Must have experience in assessment and treatment of children and in individual, group, and family therapy. Salary range $75,836 to $94,702, DOE. Free medical care plus eligible for HIS loan repayment $24K/year, relocation, and CME funds 10 days/year. Send curriculum vitae to: psyc-job@ searhc.org, or (907) 966-8611. Visit us at www.searhc.org. CALIFORNIA ASSISTANT PROFESSOR PSYCHOLOGY: Diablo Valley College, 25 miles east of San Francisco, offers a tenure-track, nine-month teaching position for fall 2012. Starting salary with doctorate $64,524 to $82,128, depending on experience, plus excellent benefits. Duties include: 15 hours of classroom instruction. Four FEBRUARY 2012 • MONITOR ON PSYCHOLOGY http://www.PsycCareers.com http://www.4cd.edu https://facultyjobs.ua.edu https://facultyjobs.ua.edu http://www.searhc.org

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Monitor on Psychology - February 2012

Monitor on Psychology - February 2012
Letters
President’s column
Contents
From the CEO
APA files two briefs in support of same-sex couples
New registry seeks to understand addiction recovery through ‘crowdsourcing’
APA launches a database of tests and measures
Watch for new member benefit: “APA Access”
Apply now for APA’s Advanced Training Institutes
PsycTHERAPY, APA’s new database, brings therapy demos to life
In Brief
APA scientists help guide tobacco regulation
A-mazing research
‘A machine for jumping to conclusions’
Judicial Notebook
Random Sample
Righting the imbalance
The beginnings of mental illness
Science Directions
Improving disorder classification, worldwide
Protesting proposed changes to the DSM
Interventions for at-risk students
Harnessing the wisdom of the ages
Anti-bullying efforts ramp up
Hostile hallways
R U friends 4 real?
Support for teachers
Speaking of Education
Record keeping for practitioners
Going green
At the intersection of law and psychology
Division Spotlight
Grants help solve society’s problems
Personalities

Monitor on Psychology - February 2012