FEB/MAR 2007
Volume 13 - No. 1

SRNT Newsletter

February/March 2007, Volume 13, Number 1

Position Openings

POST-DOCTORAL

Brown Medical School, Department of Psychiatry and Human Behavior: Two-year Post-doctoral fellowship in Addictions Research. The Addictions Research Group (Richard A. Brown, Ph.D., Director) at the Brown Medical School-affiliated Butler Hospital invites applications for a post-doctoral fellowship position to individuals holding a Ph.D. in clinical psychology and who are interested in pursuing clinical research. Post-doctoral fellows will have the opportunity to be involved in ongoing NIH-funded clinical trials that are evaluating (1) the development of a distress tolerance treatment for early lapse smokers, (2) the efficacy of a moderate intensity aerobic exercise intervention for smoking cessation, (3) the efficacy of a telephone counseling smoking cessation intervention for smokers with recurrent major depression, and (4) the efficacy of a motivational interviewing (MI) intervention for adolescents with comorbid substance use and psychiatric disorders. Postdoctoral fellows may also engage in the publication of empirical research papers from several recently completed studies including the pharmacologic interventions of bupropion and fluoxetine in smoking cessation, aerobic exercise for alcohol and drug dependent patients, MI for teen smoking, and mood management treatment for depressed alcoholics. These completed projects resulted in rich data resources for the investigation of outcome and process factors influencing treatment outcome for individuals with addictive behaviors. In addition, postdoctoral fellows will have the opportunity to participate in grant writing, weekly research meetings, and training seminars. Lastly, the position will consist of 25% clinical work on the various ongoing NIH-funded clinical trials described above. For application and program details see http://bms.brown.edu/DPHB/pages/training/training_psychology/ Clinical_fellowships/PostdoctoralFellowshipinTreatmentofAddictive Behaviors.htm. For further information email Richard_Brown@brown.edu. Screening begins immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Starting dates vary from July 1 to September 1. Brown Medical School is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and actively solicits applications from women and minorities.

Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons: Clinical Research Fellowship in Health and Addictions Psychology. The Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health at St. Luke's-Roosevelt, teaching hospital of Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons, has an opening for a recent Ph.D./Psy.D. from an APA-accredited clinical or counseling program who is interested in the area of clinical health and addictions psychology. While most of the fellow's time will be spent in research-related activities, exposure to clinical populations will be sufficient to meet licensure requirements. If already licensed, clinical practice through the department's faculty practice may provide additional income. We are especially interested in individuals who are considering academic careers. To this end, the fellow will work on an ongoing NIH (NIDA) study of organ transplant candidates with substance use disorders, gradually assuming the role of Project Manager to include day-to-day monitoring and oversight of the project, supervision of research staff, interface with multiple IRBs and sponsor, delivery of manual guided behavioral interventions (Motivational Interviewing) including maintenance of treatment fidelity, data analysis, manuscript writing, and presenting at professional meetings. Opportunities also exist for limited involvement on other projects, such as those involving prescription opioid abusers with chronic pain, alcohol abusers, and gay/bi-sexual methamphetamine abusers. Development of small independent research projects is encouraged. We anticipate the NIH project will be completed in 18 months and have funding for that period of time. However, we would be interested in retaining an excellent fellow beyond this time period in a faculty position to work on other projects if he/she proves successful in the Mentored Project Manager Role and/or achieves independent (grant) funding. St. Luke's-Roosevelt is the largest provider of health care in NYC and has a wonderfully diverse patient population. We are located at two facilities on the Upper West Side of Manhattan (Columbus Circle and 114th St and Amsterdam Ave). Starting salary is $35K plus benefits. This position could be filled as early as February 2007 but must be filled by June 30, 2007. If interested, please send a CV and letter of interest to Deborah L. Haller, Ph.D., A.B.P.P., at dlh2106@columbia.edu or call (212) 523-4136.

The Minneapolis Medical Research Foundation (MMRF): Post-doctoral position in nicotine dependence research. The Minneapolis Medical Research Foundation (MMRF) has a post-doctoral position available to study behavioral and neuropharmacological aspects of nicotine dependence using animal models. The successful candidate will join a NIH-funded multidisciplinary group currently focusing on development of (1) novel pharmacotherapies for nicotine dependence, (2) animal models of smoking reduction to examine variables associated with compensatory smoking, and (3) animal models of behavioral treatments for nicotine dependence. Activities include training in the use of a variety of animal models (e.g., drug self-administration, intracranial self-stimulation (ICSS), drug discrimination, and other operant schedules of food maintained-behavior). Candidates must have a Ph.D. or equivalent degree and a background in neuro- and/or behavioral pharmacology. MMRF is an affiliate of the University of Minnesota located in downtown Minneapolis, five minutes from the main University campus. Interaction with the tobacco and drug abuse research communities is provided through participation in the University of Minnesota's Transdisciplinary Tobacco Use Research Center and the Training Program in Neurobehavior/Neuroimmune Addiction Research. For further information, contact Mark G. LeSage, Ph.D., Minneapolis Medical Research Foundation, 914 South 8th Street, S3-860, Minneapolis, MN, 55404, lesag002@umn.edu. The Minneapolis Medical Research Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women and minorities.

Roswell Park Cancer Institute: Two post-doctoral positions. Trainees will have the opportunity to work with an international team of over 40 scientists involved with the Roswell Park Transdisciplinary Tobacco Use Research Center (TTURC), which is a large, multi-country research collaboration evaluating the impact of national tobacco control policies and programs on tobacco use behaviors. We are seeking applicants who will utilize the existing research infrastructure in the Roswell Park TTURC as a platform to develop and support their own research program to complement the current TTURC funded work. Research opportunities are available for those interested in policy relevant research focused on product regulation, secondhand smoke, marketing restrictions, health communications, and cessation treatment evaluations. The Department of Health Behavior at the Roswell Park Cancer Institute also operates the New York State Smokers' Quitline and oversees resources devoted to community based tobacco control activities which provides additional opportunities for research.With mentorship from Roswell Park TTURC investigators, the candidates will be responsible for analyzing data and developing new studies designed to help inform the public health practice of tobacco control. It is expected the candidates will seek additional funding to support their research agenda as they move toward an independent research career. In addition, the candidates may be expected to supervise graduate students and post-doctoral fellows. Qualifications: Applicants must hold a doctoral level degree (e.g., Ph.D., Dr. P.H., Ed.D.) in a health behavior-related discipline such as health education, psychology, health communications, economics, health policy, or epidemiology, and they are expected to have excellent analytic and writing skills. The position is for 2-3 years, but has the potential to develop into a faculty position. Salary is commensurate with NIH standards for a post-doctoral position. For more details on the position please contact: K. Michael Cummings, Ph.D., M.P.H., Chair, Department of Health Behavior, Roswell Park Cancer Institute, Elm and Carlton Streets, Buffalo, New York 14263. Phone: (716) 845-8456. E-mail: michael.cummings@roswellpark.org . To apply please forward a curriculum vitae, statement of research interests, and three letters of reference to Dr. Cummings directly at the e-mail address above. Roswell Park Cancer Institute is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

University of California, San Francisco: One- and two-year fellowships in tobacco control policy research. The Center for Tobacco Control Research and Education, University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is inviting applications for one and two-year fellowships in tobacco control policy research to start in July 2007. The Center for Tobacco Control Research and Education is a partnership between UCSF faculty and the Legacy Tobacco Documents Library. UCSF is a leading academic institution in tobacco control research. The UCSF Library was the first organization to make secret tobacco industry documents available on the internet and establish the model that others use. In addition, the UCSF Library has created the Tobacco Control Archives and developed a draft record structure and thesaurus for indexing tobacco industry documents which has become the de facto world standard. The Legacy Tobacco Documents Library is intended to improve and strengthen internet access to more than 40 million pages of tobacco industry and related documents under the terms of the 1998 Master Settlement Agreement between the industry and 46 state attorneys general. The library ensures that this information remains fully accessible to scholars, health advocates, journalists, and the public. The online library was brought into existence to promote studies of tobacco-related documents and train scholars in this field. Full access to this document library is critical to continued research in this field because the tobacco industry can remove existing documents from the internet in 2010. Program purpose: The Center for Tobacco Control Research and Education program offers post-graduate fellowship positions. We will train scholars at the post-doctoral and advanced (senior scholar) level to conduct policy-relevant research related to tobacco control. Trainees will be recruited from a variety of fields including the basic sciences, social sciences, public health practitioners, clinical fields, political science, history, economics, law, and marketing. They will study and conduct research in association with a faculty member located at UCSF. Applicants may learn more about the Center, the fellowship program, and review the list of UCSF faculty and their research interest at our website: http://tobacco.ucsf.edu/. Fellows will receive an annual stipend commensurate with their years of post-doctoral experience (approximately $36,000—$51,000) according to the NIH stipend scale. Curriculum: Tobacco Control Policy Issues Course, a Cancer Center Tobacco Seminar, a Writing Seminar, a Health Policy Seminar, and Tobacco Policy Research Group Meetings. In addition, coursework is available to Tobacco Control Policy Fellows in the following training programs at UCSF: Institute for Health Policy Studies Health Services Research and Policy Analysis Training Program; Adolescent Medicine Training Program; Substance Abuse Treatment Training Program; Psychology and Medicine Postdoctoral Training Program; Social and Behavioral Sciences; Anthropology, History, and Social Medicine; Medical Information Sciences; Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics; Cardiovascular Research Institute. Each trainee will have a Faculty Mentor who will meet regularly with the fellow regarding research progress and career or professional issues. To apply: Applicants should be eligible for funding from the National Institutes of Health. In the first phase of the application process, the candidate will be asked to submit a completed application, including a curriculum vitae, a two-page statement of purpose and interests in researching tobacco industry documents, description of research experience, a summary of career objectives, references and two writing samples. Based on the initial review of application materials, the Selection Committee will select semi-finalists for interviews with members of the Committee (in-person or via telephone). The application deadline is January 31, 2007. Fellows will be selected to begin the fellowship on July 2, 2007. Please direct inquiries and requests for applications to: Ana Garay-Kong, Fellowship Coordinator, Phone: (415) 476-0140. Fax: (415) 514-9345. Email: ana.garay-kong@ucsf.edu. Completed applications should be sent to: Pamela Ling, M.D., M.P.H., Fellowship Program Director, Center for Tobacco Control Research & Education, 530 Parnassus Avenue, Suite 366, San Francisco, CA 94143-1390.

University of California, San Francisco: Post-doctoral Traineeships in Drug Abuse Treatment and Services Research. NIH-funded post-doctoral traineeships in drug abuse treatment and services research are available in the Department of Psychiatry, University of California, San Francisco. Faculty interests include trials of efficacy and effectiveness of psychosocial and pharmacologic treatment of drug abuse, including tobacco dependence; innovative methodology including internet-based studies; treatment of complex patients in non-traditional settings; research on treatment tailored for HIV-positive drug abusers and drug abusers with psychiatric and medical disorders; research on provision of services to drug abusing populations; human genetics and nicotine; and instrument development in drug abuse. Preceptors are encouraged to supplement stipends from non-NIH sources. A priority of the department is the training of women and minorities for academic research careers. The priority application filing period closes January 15, 2007 but application packets received before this date can be reviewed for earlier placement. If the program has additional openings, application packets will be accepted after this date. Placement decisions are made February through May. For more information and application instructions, please visit our website at http://www.ucsf.edu/sftrc,or contact Lorel Hiramoto at lhiramoto@lppi.ucsf.edu or (415) 476-7673. Sharon Hall, Ph.D. is the Program Director. University of Illinois-Chicago: Post-doctoral position in the Study of Family Processes and Adolescent Smoking & Other Problem Behaviors. The Institute for Health Research and Policy (IHRP) and the Institute for Juvenile Research (IJR) at the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC) announce an opening for a two-year post-doctoral research position beginning in Summer, 2007. The position is funded by the "Family Talk" Study (Lauren Wakschlag, Ph.D., PI), which examines the influence of family processes on trajectories of adolescent smoking and co-occurring antisocial behavior, substance abuse, and sexually risky behavior. Innovative observational coding of parent-teen communications about smoking forms the core of the family process data. Family Talk is embedded in an NCI-funded Program Project (P01; Robin Mermelstein, PI), a multi-level investigation of the influence of social-emotional factors on smoking trajectories in a sample of teens at high-risk for smoking. The individual will join as a member of the P01 multi-disciplinary investigative team, which includes developmental psychopathologists, health psychologists, clinical psychologists, biostatisticians, and sociologists. Responsibilities include data analysis and manuscript preparation in collaboration with others on the investigative team, including as lead author on several papers, with opportunities to develop independent research and/or grant submissions. The P01 Biostatistics Core, directed by Dr. Hedeker, will provide state-of-the-art analytic support. The scientific focus of the position will be on modeling of problem behavior trajectories, including family influences and individual differences in patterns over time. The position provides experience in the day-to-day conduct of large scale, longitudinal investigations advanced methods of data analysis, development of independent research and grant writing. The individual will also be encouraged to participate in intellectual exchange and career development activities of both Institutes. The post-doc will work closely with Dr. Wakschlag, but will also have opportunities for collaboration with IHRP and IJR faculty conducting a range of studies in the areas of youth problem behavior, developmental studies of disruptive behavior, community-based prevention, and longitudinal modeling. Faculty include Robin Mermelstein, PhD, Donald Hedeker, Ph.D., Jon Kassel, Ph.D., Sue Curry, Ph.D., Paul Rathouz, Ph.D., Patrick Tolan, Ph.D, David Henry, Ph.D., Deborah Gorman-Smith, Ph.D., Geri Donenberg, Ph.D., Brian Mustanski, Ph.D., Edwin Cook, M.D., Bennett Leventhal, M.D., Marc Atkins, Ph.D., Stacy Frazier, Ph.D., and many others. IHRP and IJR are housed in a new facility with extensive resources and faculty dedicated to prevention, public health, and developmental psychopathology research. In addition, these two leading Institutes provide entrée to the rich resources and opportunities of a leading research university and a thriving urban community. This two-year position is intended for individuals pursuing a research career. Candidates should have demonstrated research experience/training in developmental psychopathology and/or modeling of developmental trajectories. Completion of the doctorate prior to the start of the position is required. Competitive salary and benefits. Opportunities for licensure hours possible. Applicants should submit a vita, three letters of recommendation, statement of research interests, transcripts, and career goals to Dr. Wakschlag. For fullest consideration materials should be sent by February 1st, 2007 via email: lwakschlag@psych.uic.edu or mail: Institute for Juvenile Research, Department of Psychiatry, University of Illinois at Chicago, 1747 W. Roosevelt Road, MC 747, Chicago, Il. 60608. UIC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

University of Miami Miller School of Medicine: Post-doctoral fellowship. A post-doctoral fellowship position is available at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine to study the behavioral and neurochemical effects of drugs of abuse. Current emphasis is on the psychostimulant effects in adult and adolescent rats and interactions between opioids and cocaine on behavior and neurochemistry. Studies include drug self-administration, locomotor activity, conditioned place preference, receptor binding, neurotransmitter uptake and release, and second messenger function of dopamine, cannabinoid, nicotinic, and opioid receptors. Applicants should have a strong interest in integrating behavioral and neurochemical studies. Experience with laboratory animals is essential. For more information or to apply, contact: Sari Izenwasser, Ph.D., Dept. of Psychiatry (D-80), University Miami School of Medicine, 1600 NW 10th Ave, Room 4113A, Miami, FL 33136, Phone: (305) 243-2032; email: sizenwasser@med.miami.edu .

University of Minnesota: Post-doctoral Fellowship. The Department of Medicine at the University of Minnesota Medical School is excited to announce the availability of up to three post-doctoral research fellowship positions in: nicotine dependence/smoking cessation, obesity/weight loss, cardiovascular disease, and cancer prevention and control. Eligible candidates should have a doctoral degree in behavioral science, health education, health services research, sociology, anthropology, clinical, social, or counseling psychology or a related discipline. Applicants should have excellent interpersonal skills and strong training in applied research. The primary responsibility of the post-doctoral fellows will be to assist in building active programs of research. The fellowship provides exceptional mentored training with an opportunity to develop research skills and collaborate with a dynamic, federally funded, multi-disciplinary team of investigators including psychologists, physicians, epidemiologists, and statisticians. The position will offer a 2-3 year appointment with a flexible start date, competitive salary, excellent resources for career development, and liberal benefits. The fellowship can be tailored to suit the individual's training requirements with opportunities for teaching experience, clinical work, authorship on relevant manuscripts, collaborative grant writing experience, independent grant submission, and funding to obtain an MPH or MS in Clinical Research. There is also ample support for conference travel and other training experiences. The University of Minnesota (UMN) is one of the most comprehensive public universities in the United States and ranks among the most prestigious. It is both the state land-grant university, with a strong tradition of education and public service, and the state's primary research university, with faculty of national and international reputation. The UMN Academic Health Center comprises 6 health science schools and is affiliated with several hospitals including the University of Minnesota Medical Center, Fairview. The University of Minnesota, a full-service, tertiary care center and medical training facility, provides a stimulating academic environment. The Department of Medicine has close working relationships with the UMN Comprehensive Cancer Center, the Department Family Medicine and Community Health, and the School of Public Health. The program provides an exceptionally rich environment for interdisciplinary bio-behavioral research. The Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul are vibrant communities, combining the best of metropolitan living with the beauty and peace of natural surroundings. With more than 136,000 acres of parkland and 950 lakes in the metro area alone, the Twin Cities also boasts exciting urban living with its wide selection of cultural and entertainment offerings, including public museums, historic theaters, music and arts festivals, and professional sports teams. If interested, submit your letter of intent, CV, and three letters of reference addressed to Jasjit S. Ahluwalia, M.D., M.P.H., M.S. to the University of Minnesota Employment web site: http://www1.umn.edu/ohr/employment/ . Please reference Requisition # 144821. For more information, please contact Meredith Craven (mcraven@umn.edu or 612-626-6033). The University of Minnesota is an equal opportunity educator and employer.

University of Pennsylvania TTURC: Translational Research Fellowship. The Transdisciplinary Tobacco Use Research Center at the University of Pennsylvania has an opening for a Translational Research Fellowship in nicotine dependence. This two-year fellowship, available January 1, 2007, includes training in animal models and human translational research in nicotine dependence with a focus on animal and human electrophysiology.The fellow will work in the laboratory of Steven Siegel, M.D., Ph.D. and will have the opportunity to collaborate with a transdisciplinary group of scientist including Julie Blendy, Ph.D., Andrew Strasser, Ph.D., and Caryn Lerman, Ph.D. Fellows will be expected to develop ongoing research efforts and prepare manuscripts as part of a full training curriculum. Applicants must have completed a Ph.D., M.D./Ph.D. or M.D. degree from an accredited institution. We are seeking applicants with doctoral training in physiology, molecular biology, pharmacology, psychology, or a related field. Experience with animal models and/or basic laboratory experience is preferred. Applicants must be citizens or non-citizen nationals of the United States, or have been lawfully admitted to the United States for permanent residence and have in their possession an Alien Registration Receipt Card (I-151 or I-551). Applicants should send a cover letter, CV, and three letters of recommendation to Dr. Janet Audrain-McGovern at the University of Pennsylvania, Tobacco Use Research Center, 3535 Market St., Suite 4100, Philadelphia, PA 19104. E-mail: audrain@mail.med.upenn.edu .

University of Pittsburgh, Department of Psychology: Post-doctoral fellowship in nicotine abuse research. A post-doctoral position is available to study the neuropsychopharmacology of nicotine. NIDA funded projects include research on the neurobiological and behavioral consequences of self-administered nicotine in rats. Emphasis is placed on the role of learning and drug-related environmental cues in drug reinforcement and its neural substrates. Collaborating laboratories are in the Departments of Psychology, Psychiatry, and Neuroscience. Interested candidates should send a CV, a brief statement of research interests, and the names of three references to: Dr. Anthony Caggiula, Department of Psychology, 3131 Sennott Square, 210 South Bouquet Street, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA 15260 or tonypsy@pitt.edu.

University of Pittsburgh Medical Center: Post-doctoral position in human behavioral pharmacology of nicotine. A post-doctoral position in the behavioral pharmacology of nicotine in humans may be available in the laboratory of Dr. Kenneth A. Perkins at the University of Pittsburgh. This position is funded through NHLBI. Ongoing NIDA-supported projects focus on: (1) environmental modulation of nicotine responses and tobacco self-administration; (2) individual differences associated with sensitivity to nicotine, including gender, genetic, and personality factors. Applicants also interested in clinical research may become involved in smoking cessation studies. Interested candidates should send a CV and letter of interest to Dr. Perkins at the following address: Kenneth A. Perkins, Ph.D., Department of Psychiatry, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, 3811 O'Hara Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, voice: (412) 246-5395, fax: (412) 246-5390, email: perkinska@upmc.edu, website: http://myprofile.cos.com/perkinsk31.

University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center: Post-doctoral fellowships in tobacco research. The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center, Department of Behavioral Science is inviting applications for a number of Post-doctoral Fellowships in Tobacco Research. Fellows will have the opportunity to participate in studies funded by the National Institutes of Health. Areas of research include: bio-behavioral processes in tobacco dependence; smoking initiation; smoking and depression; cognitive processes and relapse; ecological momentary assessment (EMA); pharmacogenetics; smoking prevention in youth using interactive multimedia technology; and development and testing of innovative smoking prevention and cessation interventions with healthy and special populations (e.g., depressed smokers, cancer patients, and HIV positive persons). Interventions may include pharmacological interventions, mood-focused cognitive behavioral interventions, and motivational interviewing. Study designs include clinical trials, laboratory studies, and EMA studies utilizing palmtop computers. Successful candidates will join productive, multidisciplinary research teams. Fellows will serve on project teams, implement research protocols, oversee quality control and data management procedures, and participate in career development activities. They will participate in the grant writing and publication processes, and they will share in authorship and investigator status in a manner commensurate with their effort and responsibilities. Fellows may also develop collaborative projects to further their own research interests. The Department extends a competitive salary, commensurate with experience, and excellent fringe benefits. The candidate should have received, or be close to receiving a doctoral degree in psychology, public health, or a related discipline. For clinical psychologists seeking licensure, opportunities exist for obtaining post-doctoral hours and supervision. There will be opportunities to provide intensive and brief smoking cessation counseling interventions to healthy smokers and smokers with comorbid psychiatric and medical disorders. The University of Texas M. D. Anderson is located within the Texas Medical Center, the largest medical center in the world. Houston is a dynamic, multicultural city with an affordable cost of living. Applications will be accepted and reviewed until the positions are filled. Start date can be immediate. Aplication procedures: Send curriculum vita and a cover letter describing your areas of interest within tobacco research to: Sherry Reed, The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center, Department of Behavioral Science, 1155 Pressler Street, Unit 1330, P.O. Box 301439, Houston, TX, 77230-1439. M. D. Anderson Cancer Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is a smoke-free environment. Women and minority candidates are encouraged to apply.

University of Waterloo (Waterloo, Ontario), Department of Psychology: Post-doctoral fellow position. The Department of Psychology at the University of Waterloo (Waterloo, Ontario) invites applications for a Post-doctoral Fellow Position. The Fellowship is supported by a major health research grant from the Canadian Institutes of Health Research and is a full-time contract position with the possibility of an annual renewal appointment. The post-doctoral fellow will be involved in all aspects of the design and execution of research as a member of the International Tobacco Control Policy Evaluation Project (the ITC Project). The ITC Project is an international collaboration of tobacco control researchers who are conducting several interrelated international research projects to evaluate the psychosocial and behavioral effects of the tobacco control policies contained in the Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC). The ITC Research Team consists of over 50 tobacco control researchers across 13 countries (Australia, Canada, United States, United Kingdom, Ireland, Malaysia, Thailand, South Korea, China, Mexico, Uruguay, France, and New Zealand). The core research methods used are prospective cohort surveys of nationally representative samples of adult smokers in each of the participating countries. Applicants must have a background in tobacco control research - preferably with knowledge or past experience with international issues in tobacco control. Knowledge of survey research is essential. Expertise in survey methodology sampling, and/or analysis of complex survey data is desirable. Background in health psychology and other behavioral research approaches to health is desirable.This appointment is scheduled to begin September 1, 2007. Applications will be reviewed as received and this process will continue until the position is filled. The University of Waterloo encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including women, members of visible minorities, native peoples, and persons with disabilities. There are no citizenship restrictions. Applications should be submitted electronically including: a curriculum vitae, a statement of research interests, three letters of reference and samples of scholarly work to: Dr. Geoffrey T. Fong, Department of Psychology. University of Waterloo, 200 University Avenue West, Waterloo, Ontario N2L 3G1, Canada. Email: itc@watarts.uwaterloo.ca . Phone: (519) 888-4567, extension 33597. Fax: (519) 746-8631. Inquiries may be directed to Dr. Fong.

VA Connecticut Healthcare System: Clinical Health Psychology Post-doctoral Fellowship in Alcohol-Tobacco Assessment and Treatment Trials, Newington and West Haven, CT. VA Connecticut announces two one-year positions beginning September 2007 in our APA-accredited Clinical Health Psychology post-doctoral fellowship program. Developing competencies in research, advance practice skills, teaching/supervision, and health policy development are emphasized. Current faculty interest areas include: alcohol-tobacco interactions using momentary assessment methodologies, smoking cessation/nicotine dependence treatment trials and program development, novel behavioral approaches for treating smoking cessation alcohol dependent populations, and telemedicine delivery of tobacco treatment, as well as opportunities in the areas of adherence, chronic pain, diabetes, health promotion, obesity, patient-provider interactions, primary care psychology, and telemedicine and health/wellness promotion among veterans with severe mental illness. Fellows have an opportunity to work on an existing tobacco assessment and treatment trial funded by NIAAA and VA MIRECC, as well as working on independent research. Primary tobacco treatment and research mentors are Ned Cooney, Ph.D. and Judith Cooney, Ph.D. Benefits: $44,844/year, healthcare benefits and travel support. Requirements: US citizenship, APA-accredited internship, and doctoral degree in Psychology from an APA-accredited program. To apply: Send letter of interest, vita, three letters of recommendation, and two professional writing samples to: Robert D. Kerns, Ph.D., Chief, Psychology Service (116B), VA Connecticut Healthcare System, 950 Campbell Ave., West Haven, CT 06516

FACULTY

Brown Medical School, Centers for Behavioral and Preventive Medicine: Associate of Full Professor. Brown Medical School Centers for Behavioral and Preventive Medicine, based at The Miriam Hospital, has an opening for a mid to senior level faculty member (Associate or Full Professor rank).The Centers has a 25-year history of being a leading research center in behavioral medicine. The Centers' research spans biobehavioral and public health realms. The candidate must have a doctoral degree in the behavioral or social sciences. The candidate must have an established, externally funded research program with a track record of successful mentoring of trainees and junior faculty. The candidate will conduct programmatic research within behavioral and preventive medicine, with special consideration given to research in line with current scientific activities including nicotine and tobacco use and interventions for cessation, physical activity, cancer prevention and control, cancer survivorship, neuroimaging, HIV/AIDs, or cardiovascular disease prevention and management. The Miriam Hospital is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and encourages applications from minorities and women. Interested candidates should send a (a) 2-3 page cover letter that includes a description of programmatic research as well as background and interest in mentoring, and (b) curriculum vitae to: Bess H. Marcus, Ph.D., Chair, Search Committee, Director, Centers for Behavioral and Preventive Medicine and Professor, Department of Psychiatry and Human Behavior, The Miriam Hospital and Brown Medical School, The Coro Building Suite 500, One Hoppin Street, Providence, RI 02903.

Medical University of South Carolina: Assistant Professor positions in Behavioral Science/Cancer Control and Cancer Epidemiology. Position #1: Behavioral Scientist/ Cancer Control Specialist (Assistant Professor).The Hollings Cancer Center at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) invites applications and nominations for a Behavioral Scientist/ Cancer Control Specialist for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position. The successful candidate will join the Hollings Cancer Center's program in Cancer Prevention and Control, with an academic appointment in an appropriate academic department. The Cancer Prevention and Control program is in a growth phase, and we are looking for behavioral scientists with expertise in a cancer-related area such as tobacco control, nutrition, screening, or survivorship to develop as an independent investigator in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment. Candidates are expected to develop an independent program of research. A cross-cutting theme to all of the program's research will be to address the significant cancer disparities in South Carolina. Positions for advanced candidates will be considered. Position #2: Cancer Epidemiologist (Assistant Professor).The Hollings Cancer Center at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) invites applications and nominations for a Cancer Epidemiologist for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position. The successful candidate will join the Hollings Cancer Center's program in Cancer Prevention and Control, with an academic appointment in the Department of Biostatistics, Bioinformatics, and Epidemiology in the MUSC College of Medicine. The Cancer Prevention and Control program is in a growth phase, and we are looking for epidemiologists who have expertise in a cancer-related area such as tobacco, social epidemiology, nutrition, or molecular epidemiology who can develop as an independent investigator in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment. Candidates are expected to develop an independent program of research. A cross-cutting theme to all of the program's research will be to address the significant cancer disparities in South Carolina. Positions for advanced candidates will be considered. Situated on a 40-acre campus near historic downtown Charleston, MUSC provides fertile research opportunities with its schools of medicine, dental medicine, nursing, pharmacy, and health professions. Additional research opportunities can potentially be developed through collaborations with statewide partners. Surrounded by beautiful beaches, Charleston has multiple attractions including a charming historic downtown district, fine restaurants, and outstanding aquarium, symphony, theaters, history, and art. For either position, interested applicants should send electronically a letter of interest, noting the position in which they are interested, and a CV to: Anthony J. Alberg, Ph.D., M.P.H., Associate Director of Cancer Prevention and Control, Blatt Ness Endowed Chair in Oncology, Hollings Cancer Center, alberg@musc.edu. The Medical University of South Carolina is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

Pennsylvania State University: Professor and Head, Department of Biobehavioral Health. The Pennsylvania State University seeks nominations and applications for the position of Professor and Head of the Department of Biobehavioral Health. The Department of Biobehavioral Health is an important academic unit in Penn State's innovative College of Health and Human Development. The department¹s faculty focuses on how biological, behavioral, sociocultural, and environmental variables interact to influence health in individuals, communities, and diverse populations. Penn State seeks candidates with the vision, energy, and commitment to lead the department and enhance and extend its prominence. The Department Head will be a leader who promotes excellence in the full range of missions that are embodied in a comprehensive, land-grant, and research-intensive university and one who values the diversity of the biobehavioral health program. The Department Head must be committed to excellence in undergraduate and graduate education, recruiting and nurturing faculty, promoting and extending research and scholarship, and interested in building relationships with industry, government, campus, and community partners. The Department Head will also involve and engage alumni in developing the department. Candidates should have an earned doctorate, a record of extramurally funded research and must be qualified for appointment at the rank of professor. Demonstrated leadership and management skills are a prerequisite. The department includes approximately 24 faculty members —20 tenured or tenure-track and 4 non-tenure-track, approximately 330 undergraduate majors and 30 full-time Ph.D. students. The Department has an operating budget of approximately $1.8 million. Over the past seven years, annual costs for externally funded projects directed by biobehavioral health faculty have averaged in excess of $4 million. The new Department Head will have administrative responsibility for all operational, fiscal, and procedural actions associated with the department and will represent the department on the Executive Committee of the College of Health and Human Development. The department is one of nine academic units in the College of Health and Human Development (see http://www.hhdev.psu.edu/ for more detailed information about the College; http://bbh.hhdev.psu.edu/ for further information about the biobehavioral health department). Penn State is a leading public university and offers a comprehensive portfolio of academic programs. Founded in 1855, it is the only land-grant institution in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Approximately 42,000 students are enrolled at University Park, the administrative and research hub of the university. Approximately 40,000 additional students are enrolled at the 23 Penn State campuses located throughout the Commonwealth, including the Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center. During the last full fiscal year, expenditures on organized research at Penn State totaled $638 million. Interested parties are encouraged to visit http://www.psu.edu for more detailed information about Penn State and the surrounding central Pennsylvania area. Letters of nomination and application are solicited, and should include a cover letter summarizing the candidate's qualifications for the position, a complete and up-to-date curriculum vita and the names, complete addresses, and contact information of five references. References will NOT be contacted without the prior approval of candidates. The review of applications will begin on December 15, 2006 and will continue until the position is filled. The electronic submission of materials is encouraged and welcomed (submit to cxs2@psu.edu). Confidential inquiries may be made to Dr. John Graham, Chair of the Search and Screen Committee by e-mail (jgraham@psu.edu) or by telephone: (814) 863-7256. Application materials can be mailed (or e-mailed) to: Dr. John W. Graham, Chair, Search and Screen Committee, Department of Biobehavioral Health, 201 Henderson Building, University Park, PA 16802-6501. Penn State is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity, and the diversity of its workforce.

University of Kansas Medical Center: Chair, Department of Social and Behavioral Health. The University of Kansas Medical Center is developing a dynamic, multidisciplinary program in Public Health. As part of this process, we are recruiting a Chair for a new Department of Social and Behavioral Health. Current faculty within this department have funded research programs in cancer prevention, obesity, and smoking cessation. The Department has strong linkages to the other public health-related departments, the Kansas Cancer Institute, the Schools of Medicine, Nursing, and Allied Health, as well as graduate research programs at the University of Kansas. The Department is home to a nationally recognized Master of Public Health program. Faculty are intimately involved in teaching in our School of Medicine. Candidates must be eligible for appointment at either the Professor or Associate Professor level with a doctoral degree and expertise in social/behavioral sciences such as health communication, health education, psychology, or nutrition. Experience with extramurally funded research, publications, and teaching is essential. The chair must be prepared to lead and expand the research and education programs in the Department and work collaboratively with community partners and other University programs to enhance the vision and mission of public health in Kansas. Review of applications and nominations will begin immediately and will continue until a suitable candidate is found. Send a cover letter with a summary of research interests and past work, CV, and three letters of reference to: Jo Halverson, Director, Professional Development and Faculty Affairs, 3030 B Murphy Administration Building, University of Kansas School of Medicine, MS 1429, 3901 Rainbow Blvd., Kansas City, KS 66160, (913) 588-5274.

University of Mississippi Medical Center, Department of Psychiatry & Human Behavior: Associate Professor. The Department of Psychiatry and Human Behavior at the University of Mississippi Medical Center invites applications for a tenure-track, faculty position at the associate professor rank to work as part of the APA-approved Psychology Residency (internship) Training Consortium. The consortium has a long and prestigious history of training productive researchers, and training is based on a scientist-practitioner model. The University of Mississippi Medical Center is the only academic health center in the State of Mississippi. Applicants should have a doctoral degree in clinical psychology from an APA-accredited program and have completed an APA-approved internship. We are particularly interested in applicants who work with adults and who will collaborate with psychology faculty and faculty across other departments in established areas of research (e.g., behavioral medicine, smoking, substance abuse, PTSD, obesity, immune functioning, health disparities, depression, psychiatric neuroscience, etc.). Formal post-doctoral training and experience are desirable but not a requisite. Applicants are expected to have a record of scholarly productivity. Responsibilities will include maintaining scholarly productivity (i.e., peer-reviewed publications), attracting extramural research funding (e.g., NIH), provision of clinical service, supervision of trainees, and limited formal lecture/seminar teaching. A commitment to training is necessary to help ensure the continued success of the internship training program. Salary and the research incentive plan are competitive. Review of applicants will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Send a letter of interest, curriculum vita, and three letters of recommendation to T. David Elkin, Ph.D., ABPP (delkin@psychiatry.umsmed.edu ), Department of Psychiatry and Human Behavior, Division of Psychology, University of Mississippi Medical Center, 2500 North State Street, Jackson, MS 39216. The Medical Center invites and strongly encourages applications from women and members of ethnic and racial minorities. Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V.

University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center, Department of Behavioral Science: Tenured/Tenure-Track Faculty Position. The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center, Department of Behavioral Science, is accepting applications for an open rank tenured or tenure-track scholar in any area of cancer prevention, control, psycho-oncology, and related behaviors. Candidates must have a strong record or promise of scholarly achievement and extramural funding. Qualifications include a doctoral degree in psychology, public health, or related science or a degree in medicine. Preference will be given to applicants whose expertise lies in dietary modification and energy balance. Special interest, expertise, and experience in dissemination of proven interventions to community and patient populations are highly desired. However, applications from all areas of expertise are welcome. This position is fully funded, with an obligation for only 30% extramural support following the third year of appointment. Salary is extremely competitive and commensurate with experience. M. D. Anderson offers excellent benefits. A very generous start-up package accompanies this position, with value depending on the rank of the appointment. The Department of Behavioral Science provides an unusually rich opportunity for collegial interaction and an exceptional infrastructure for behavioral and methodologic research in populations ranging from healthy, community populations to cancer patients, survivors, and their families. Areas of behavioral science research include smoking prevention and cessation, physical activity, skin cancer/melanoma prevention, cancer screening and early detection, quality of life of cancer survivors, genetic counseling and testing, psycho-oncology, stress management and immune function, and communication. Our innovative interventions utilize state-of-the-art technology including CD-ROMs, the internet and hand-held computers. Multidisciplinary opportunities in quantitative psychology, biostatistics, clinical, community, and laboratory settings are readily available. The Department of Behavioral Science currently comprises 13 tenured or tenure-track faculty, 5 non tenure-track faculty, and 4 joint faculty. The University of Texas M. D. Anderson is located within the Texas Medical Center, the largest medical center in the world. Houston is a dynamic, multicultural city with a very affordable cost of living. To apply, send cover letter, curriculum vitae, and professional reference list by email to: egritz@mdanderson.org or clott@mdanderson.org, or mail documents to: Ellen R. Gritz, Ph.D., Professor and Chair, The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center, Department of Behavioral Science, P.O. Box 301439 - Unit 1330, Houston, Texas 77230-1439, or by courier to Department of Behavioral Science, 1155 Pressler - CPB3.3201, Houston, Texas 77030. The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is a smoke-free environment. Women and minority candidates are encouraged to apply. Applications will be accepted and reviewed until the position is filled.

Virginia Commonwealth University: Tenure-track, rank-open position in Psychology. Virginia Commonwealth University is seeking a psychologist for a joint appointment in the Department of Psychology and the Massey Cancer Center, for a tenure-track, rank-open position (position contingent upon the availability of funding). Applicants must have a Ph.D. in psychology and be actively engaged in funded research in an area of cancer prevention and control. We seek an energetic scholar who will contribute to teaching, research, and mentoring in both the Department of Psychology and the Massey Cancer Center, which is a National Cancer Institute designated Cancer Center, including significant involvement in an NCI-funded Cancer Control Training Program and active participation in the Massey Cancer Center Cancer Control Program. Preference will be given to applicants with active peer-reviewed funding in cancer control. Applicants must have: (a) an established research program in cancer control in areas of current focus at Massey Cancer Center, including but not limited to prevention, diet and exercise, tobacco-related studies, or palliative care; (b) the credentials to affiliate with and contribute to at least one of the Department of Psychology's existing programs; and (c) evidence of the ability to develop cross-disciplinary research and collaboration. Candidates must show evidence of success in publishing their work in refereed journals and edited volumes. There is a rich opportunity to collaborate with colleagues in Psychology and the Massey Cancer Center, as well as other disciplines and schools at VCU, such as the Institute for Drug and Alcohol Studies and the University's new School of Public Health. The Department of Psychology is composed of three programs, including Clinical and Counseling Psychology (both APA-accredited), and the General Experimental program (with Biopsychology, Developmental Psychology, and Social Psychology divisions). Applicants should submit a statement of research interests, teaching philosophy and interests, a current curriculum vita, representative publications, and at least three letters of reference to Dr. Steve Danish Co-Chair of the Search Committee, at Virginia Commonwealth University, Department of Psychology, P.O. Box 842018, Richmond, Virginia 23284. Additional information about the Department of Psychology can be found at http://www.has.vcu.edu/psy/ , and about the Massey Cancer Center at http://www.vcu.edu/mcc/. Application review will begin on December 1 and continue until the position is filled. Virginia Commonwealth University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Women, minorities and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Virginia Commonwealth University: Tenure-track faculty positions in the Department of Social and Behavioral Health. Virginia Commonwealth University invites applications for full-time Assistant/Associate/Full Professors in its new Department of Social and Behavioral Health. The department's mission is to bring a multidisciplinary faculty together to promote research and scholarship that addresses how social, behavioral, and cultural factors affect individuals' health, populations' susceptibility to disease, and to learn about and intervene in the ability of individuals and communities to navigate formal and informal healthcare systems. This new department is one of five developing departments in an emergent school of public health. The Department's goal is to foster collaborative relationships with clinical researchers, campus-wide social and behavioral scientists, health services researchers, and basic sciences, and to facilitate research linkages to outreach partners and community-based organizations. We seek applications from creative, innovative individuals who want to share in creating a department with an innovative vision of public health and a commitment to excellence in research and scholarship. Candidates should have a doctoral degree in a social or behavioral science, public health, or a related health field and hold current national-level grant funding or high potential for funding, and have a record of peer-reviewed publications. Applicants with a research focus in the sociobehavioral aspects of health, such as psychosocial interventions to improve health decision making and health care communication, chronic disease risk reduction behavior change (diet, physical activity, tobacco), symptom management or quality of life, consumer health informatics (including the development of new media approaches for communication), chronic disease prevention and control, and amelioration of health disparities are of particular interest. Virginia Commonwealth University is rich in exciting opportunities to develop multidisciplinary and cross-institutional collaborations including the NCI-designated Massey Cancer Center and is well positioned to take advantage of emerging federal and regional funding initiatives and priorities. The successful candidate will be expected to develop an independent program of research and to teach graduate students. The position will provide opportunities for diverse research experiences in a highly supportive collegial environment with potential for growth. A competitive salary, excellent benefits, and start-up package are included. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter describing their research and teaching experience, a CV, and two publications to: Laura A. Siminoff, Ph.D., Professor and Chair, Department of Social and Behavioral Health, School of Medicine, Virginia Commonwealth University, PO Box 980149, 1112 E Clay St., Richmond, VA 23298. Applications can also be e-mailed to: pdwallace@vcu.edu.

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American Cancer Society: Program Director, Survey Research. The American Cancer Society's National Home Office in Atlanta, GA is seeking a Program Director of Survey Research who will be responsible for survey design, construction, and administration, including archival, retrieval, and analysis. Description: Collaborates with American Cancer Society investigators (primarily Health and Social Scientists and Epidemiologists) on the design and statistical analysis of research surveys regarding cancer survivors and caregivers. Collaborates with the Integrated Evaluation Committee to evaluate American Cancer Society Programs. Supervises statistical staff who conduct data management and statistical analyses. Assists in finalizing overall sample surveys. Assists with and supports the design and analysis of cross-sectional and longitudinal sample survey data. Writes components of grant applications to the NIH or other agencies. Reviews and critiques grant applications submitted to the ACS. Writes survey related components of protocols for and negotiates with contractors who provide survey research services. Participates in writing manuscripts for publication in peer reviewed journals or for ACS internal use. Mentors young scientists and student interns. Maintains an active research program that leads to regular peer reviewed publications. Reports directly to the Program Director, Survey Research Statistics/Evaluation. Qualifications: Requirements include a Ph.D., minimum of two years professional experience, and a strong record in sample survey design and analysis experience in health and/or behavioral sciences. Demonstrated excellent analytic, conceptual, and quantitative/qualitative methodology skills and strong attention to detail. Demonstrated methodological research program which leads to regular peer reviewed publications. Knowledge of management principles and practices. Skill in examining and re-engineering operations and procedures, formulating policy, and developing and implementing new strategies and procedures. Advanced verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present effectively to small and large groups. Ability to direct, supervise, and train employees, to include organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling work assignments. Ability to communicate with volunteers, staff, and constituencies from multiple organizations, and to provide strategic guidance in a collaborative, consultative, and positive manner. Excellent leadership skills with the ability to collaborate with multiple agencies. Ability to work directly with and for leadership in various areas of the organizations in an equally objective and positive manner. Ability to build consensus and to work through others in achieving desired results and objectives. To apply: Submit CV to acs.jobs1@cancer.org.. Please visit our website at http://www.cancer.org.

American Legacy Foundation, Washington, DC: Director of Research. In operation since April 1999, the American Legacy Foundation was created as a result of the Master Settlement Agreement between tobacco manufacturers and a coalition of 46 state Attorneys General. Legacy's mission is to build a world where young people reject tobacco and anyone can quit. The foundation's mission is to arm all young people with the knowledge and tools to reject tobacco, and to eliminate disparities in access to tobacco prevention and cessation services. Position description: The Director of Research, who reports to the Senior Vice President of Research and Evaluation, is primarily responsible for leading analyses, producing manuscripts for peer-reviewed publication, and preparing presentations for professional conferences using nationally representative datasets and program evaluation data. Responsibilities: Manage staff to conduct research and evaluation projects within the foundation, present research findings on behalf of the foundation at major conferences and meetings; prepare reports and presentations for diverse audiences, media events, and various partnerships; communicate evaluation and research findings to various audiences from a range of backgrounds, including tobacco control researchers, marketing experts, and policymakers; serve as a resource to the senior leadership within the foundation as well as to the foundation's grants, marketing, and communications departments; act as a liaison to external research contractors to ensure deliverables are appropriate in nature, scope, and timeliness. Qualifications: Applicants must hold a doctoral degree (Ph.D., Dr.P.H., Ed.D.) in a health behavior-related discipline such as health education, psychology, health communications, economics, health policy, or epidemiology. A strong background in quantitative research methodology is required; knowledge of statistical software package (STATA) preferred. Excellent writing and communication skills are a must, as is the ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects across interdisciplinary teams. Compensation: Salary is commensurate with education and experience with excellent benefits. Interested applicants should submit their resume with salary history and three references to: AVP of Human Resources, Attn: Director of Research, 2030 M Street, NW, 6^th Floor, Washington, DC 20036, Fax: (202) 454-5597; Email: hr@americanlegacy.org. Please no telephone calls. American Legacy Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation: Senior Program Officer, Tobacco. The Senior Program Officer will take a leadership role on the scientific, research, policy, and prevention strategies for global tobacco control within the Global Health Strategies Division. The foundation will work with a number of global partners to assist them in reducing consumption of tobacco in the poorest countries. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the foundation strategy and develop and manage a portfolio of grants for global tobacco control. Responsibilities in research and analysis: Identify new and promising areas of research targeted at filling key gaps in global tobacco control knowledge around key interventions; Assist other team members in reviewing and creating grants and contracts that have a high level of research or analytics requiring special skills in this area; provide technical input into and actively participate in meetings, conferences, and convenings that are technical in nature, and provide programmatic and policy expertise on global tobacco control strategies for developing world; take the lead in reviewing Letters of Inquiry (LOI) and proposals that have a research, economic analysis and policy orientation and work with grantees on developing country based strategies for tobacco control and prevention; perform literature reviews and analyses resulting in evidence-based recommendations on program design and methods. Change agent functions: Manage partnerships and relationships to achieve desired impact of grants, for example by conducting site visits, convening meetings of key stakeholders, and by developing and managing monitoring and evaluation components for grants; write and produce informative briefings and other materials on key issues for Global Health team members and foundation leadership; attend meetings, conferences, and convenings that provide opportunities for shaping the tobacco control agenda at global and country levels; search for opportunities to disseminate the knowledge and products developed by grantees in order to leverage and expand their influence. Grants and contracts management: Conceptualize and articulate strategies for refining, researching, or assessing promising areas for reducing morbidity and mortality from tobacco use in the developing world; manage a substantial portfolio of grants and contracts in global tobacco control and prevention; collaborate with team members to manage internal grant processes, portfolio progress, and grant budget planning and reporting. Qualifications: We are looking for an individual, with strong policy and programmatic experience including scientific data analysis and report writing skills. The successful candidate will have an M.P.H., M.D. or Ph.D. in public health or health policy or a related field. The ideal candidate will also have lived and worked in developing countries of the world and have an appreciation for the complexities of implementing country-based strategies for tobacco control in resource poor settings. Over ten years of extensive research and field experience in the developing world or experience in domestic tobacco control programs is ideal. Demonstrated excellence in policy analysis, scientific writing, and data analysis, written and oral communication skills, and experience communicating with a broad and diverse audience. Experience in grant making is desirable. Experience in a role requiring collaboration in complex internal and external organizations, as well as a demonstrated ability to work with efficiency and diplomacy, flexibility and a sense of humor, particularly as part of a team effort. History of involvement and commitment to global tobacco issues. Ability to travel up to 30% domestically and internationally. Reports to: Deputy Director for Access and Delivery in Global Health Strategies To apply for this position, please visit http://www.gatesfoundation.org/AboutUs/Jobs and submit your resume online. We are an equal opportunity employer dedicated and focused on diversity.

Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids, San Francisco, CA: The Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids has been designated as one of five coordinating partners for Michael R. Bloomberg's recently announced $125 million initiative to reduce tobacco use in low and middle-income countries. As part of this initiative, the Campaign will establish a global advocacy resource center to provide accurate public information about tobacco use and effective tobacco control interventions and to assist advocates with resources and technical assistance to achieve policy change. These resources will include policy, research, communications, legal and grassroots expertise and support. We are currently hiring the following three senior positions: (1) Deputy Vice-President of International Programs: http://tobaccofreekids.org/organization/jobs/job47.pdf (2) Director, International Communications: http://tobaccofreekids.org/organization/jobs/job48.pdf (3) Director of Research, International Advocacy Resource Center: http://tobaccofreekids.org/organization/jobs/job49.pdf .

Decision Sciences Institute, Providence, RI: Behavioral Health Services/Policy Research Scientists. Decision Sciences Institute (Providence, RI), a division of Pacific Institute for Research & Evaluation, is seeking to recruit scientists (Ph.D. required) who have existing research programs in addictions and/or mental health services and/or addictions/mental health policy. We want to build upon an existing portfolio of NIAAA, NIDA, and NIMH-funded research. Our goal is to achieve a better understanding of how prevention and treatment systems for complex behavioral disorders can be implemented to maximize social benefit. A strong quantitative orientation and mathematical modeling skills are preferred but not required. An ability to work collaboratively in a cross-disciplinary team is essential. Candidates should have existing or pending research funding in these or related fields. Salary is commensurate with experience. Applicant review will begin January 1, 2007, and will continue until a suitable candidate is found. To apply please send a cover letter and a curriculum vita to hr@pire.org and reference job # 2006-71. PIRE is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Framework Convention Alliance: Three Job Openings. The FCA has posted three new job openings. These positions will help the FCA in its efforts to encourage more countries to become Parties to the FCTC, to promote policies that are compliant with the FCTC, to monitor governments' compliance with the treaty, and help develop guidelines and protocols to the treaty. The Framework Convention Alliance (FCA) is an international coalition of over 200 Non-Governmental Organizations from over 100 countries that was instrumental in the development and ratification of the global tobacco treaty, the Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC). Currently the FCA is working around the world to encourage more countries to become Parties to the FCTC, to promote policies that are compliant with the FCTC, to monitor governments' compliance with the treaty and help develop guidelines and protocols to the treaty. The postings can be found at: http://fctc.org/jobs/. The three positions are: (1) Framework Convention Alliance Project Director (Senior management level position, full time, competitive salary, standard work week, some travel and after hours commitments, reports to FCA Executive Director, start date is March 2007, location is open); (2) Framework Convention Alliance Campaigns/Training Manager (Management level, competitive salary, full time, some travel and after hours commitments, reports to FCA Project Director, start date is April 2007, location is open); (3) Framework Convention Alliance Communications Manager (Management level, competitive salary, full time, reports to FCA Project Director, start date is April 2007). How to Apply: Positions are available immediately. Interested candidates should send a resume/CV, cover letter, desired salary, and the names of two references via e-mail to fcajobs@ash.org or by mail to: Director, Framework Convention Alliance (FCA), C/o ASH International, 2013 H St NW, Washington, DC, 20006. Fax: (202) 833-3921. No calls please. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Candidates must declare themselves to be free from all links, direct or indirect, to the tobacco industry and its allies. The FCA is an equal opportunity employer.

National Cancer Institute, Frederick, MD: Special Projects Administrator (PT) - #75416: SAIC-Frederick, Inc, the operations and technical support contractor for the National Cancer Institute at Frederick, has an exciting opportunity for Special Projects Administrator. Work with our Clinical Research Program and support the NCI's Tobacco Control Research Branch, Behavioral Research Program, Division of Cancer Control and Population Sciences located in Rockville, Maryland. This part-time (20 - 30 hours per week) position is responsible for performing administrative, management, and/or program support work, such as planning, research, analysis, correspondence control, communication and/or liaison for special initiatives such as transdisciplinary and multidisciplinary research networks. Responsibilities: Fosters collaborations among researchers and practitioners from diverse geographical backgrounds. Assists to produce consensus reports, special journal issues, book projects, quantitative and qualitative data driven documents, meeting reports, monographs, bibliographies, website content, research guides, fact sheets, brochures, and other documents. Interacts with various levels of government officials, both scientific and administrative. Collects, compiles, and writes scientific information from sources such as government and non-government reports. Disseminates final products to appropriate constituencies including, but not limited to, researchers, practitioners, and advocates. Coordinates the development of project management plans and monitors project execution. Coordinates meetings and site visits among various groups. Required Skills: Possession of a Masters degree from an accredited college/university in a field related to behavioral health science/biomedical research/health or six years related experience in lieu of degree. Masters in Public Health preferred. Foreign educated candidates who have completed part or all of their education outside of the United States must have their foreign education evaluated by an SAIC-approved accrediting organization to assure that it has met the equivalency of the qualifications of degree work in the United States. In addition to the education requirement, a minimum of five years of progressively responsible job-related experience is required including experience in behavioral health science/tobacco control research/health disparities research. Ability to manage, organize, and interact effectively with program leaders. Knowledge of transdisciplinary research initiatives and health disparities. Proficiency in Excel, Word and database applications such as Access. Excellent compensation and pro-rated benefits accompany our part-time positions. For immediate consideration and to see the full job description, please visit our website at http://www.saic.com/ and view position # 75416. SAIC values diversity in the workplace. EEO M/F/D/V.

Roswell Park Cancer Institute, Buffalo, NY: Assistant research scientist in health behavior. The Department of Health Behavior at Roswell Park Cancer Institute (RPCI) seeks to hire an early career research scientist at the Assistant Member level, who has scientific training and expertise to develop and maintain an independent program of research in tobacco control with a particular focus on understanding how tobacco product design influences smoking behavior. The candidate will be responsible for overseeing our Tobacco Research Laboratory, which includes our International Tobacco Product Repository. The candidate would be expected to write grant proposals and scientific papers on topics related to product design and smoking behavior. We would also expect the person to supervise graduate students and post-doctoral fellows, and contribute to our Transdisciplinary Tobacco Use Research Center (TTURC).A doctoral degree in a relevant field such as epidemiology, psychology, or biobehavioral research with a focus in tobacco control is a minimum requirement. Post-doctoral training in product design and human smoking behavior research would be desirable. Consistent with Institute policy on tobacco industry funding, the candidate should have no past or current affiliation with the tobacco industry. Evidence of relevant publications in the area of tobacco control is expected, as is ongoing grant-funded research in tobacco control. RPCI, founded in 1898, is the oldest of the general and comprehensive cancer research institutes in the country. Since its inception, RPCI has provided state-of-the-art cancer diagnosis and treatment, conducted basic, translational, and clinical research, and pioneered new treatment modalities. Salary is commensurate with experience and excellent fringe benefits are offered. Qualified candidates should send CV and names and contact information for three references to: Lorry Goldhawk, PHR, Department of Human Resources, Roswell Park Cancer Institute, Elm and Carlton Streets, Buffalo, New York 14263. Fax: (716) 845-8692; E-mail: lorry.goldhawk@roswellpark.org . Additional information about the Department of Health Behavior can be found at http://www.roswellpark.org/Prevention/Health_Behavior, and about the Roswell Park TTURC at: http://roswelltturc.org. Application review will begin on December 1 and continue until the position is filled. Roswell Park Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Women, minorities and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

RTI International: Research Public Health Analyst 2. RTI International is an independent organization dedicated to conducting innovative, multidisciplinary research that improves the human condition. With a worldwide staff of more than 2,500 people, RTI offers innovative research and development and a full spectrum of multidisciplinary services in health and pharmaceuticals, advanced technology, survey and statistics, education and training, economic and social development, and the environment. Universities in North Carolina founded RTI in 1958 as the first scientific organization in and centerpiece of the Research Triangle Park. RTI's Health, Social and Economics Research unit has an immediate opening for a Research Public Health Analyst 2 position based in Washington DC or RTP, NC. Job Description: To meet the demands of an expanding research portfolio, RTI is seeking candidates with strong leadership potential and ability to work well in a collaborative environment who will participate in the development and implementation of large research and evaluation projects with a focus on chronic and infectious disease prevention and control (e.g., tobacco dependence, obesity, heart disease, HIV). The candidate will provide excellent communication and analytical skills, including design, analyses, and reporting on complex and multivariate models. Candidate will participate in the development of specific research concepts and instruments, as well as the development and implementation of innovative research protocols. Collaborate on peer reviewed manuscripts and grant and proposal writing. Qualifications: Training in health and/or social science. Able to contribute to the planning, development, and implementation of research, evaluation, or field studies within the fields of chronic and/or infectious disease prevention and control. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of work experience in an environment that focuses on research and evaluation of comprehensive multi-level health promotion or disease prevention interventions. Experience in researching and evaluating mass media interventions is a plus. Applicants should have demonstrated a track-record of writing grants/proposals and publications in peer reviewed journals. Education: Ph.D. in public health, psychology, sociology, economics or a related field. Please apply for this job at http://www.rti.org/careers. Apply for job ME12869. We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V.

Senior Research Scientist-Tobacco Control Research, North Carolina, Washington, DC or Atlanta possible. The candidate will provide excellent analytical skills, including design, analyses, and reporting on complex, multivariate models, along with exceptional management and mentoring skills (10+ people in the group, mostly younger researchers). In addition, knowledge of science/evidence-based content and context of tobacco control initiatives in public health settings would be an asset, as would the ability to collaborate with a variety of stakeholders at international, national, provincial, and local levels in government, research, and service provision. The candidate will participate in the development of specific research concepts and instruments, as well as the development and implementation of innovative research protocols. Assist in grant and proposal writing. The Program has solid funding including major Tobacco Control evaluations, but has many other types of projects as well. The candidate will have training in health and/or social science and can contribute to the planning, development, and implementation of research, evaluation, or field studies within the field of tobacco control. The successful candidate must have a minimum five years of work experience in a research environment in the management and direction of a complex, comprehensive multi-level health promotion or disease prevention outcome-related evaluation, with at least three years in a supervisory position. Applicants should have demonstrated a substantial track-record of research grant funding and publications in peer-reviewed journals. Education: Ph.D. in psychology, sociology, economics, public health, or a related field. We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. Interested candidates should contact Bob Warseck at (860) 236-7422 or warseck@ntplx.net.