AUG/SEPT 2004
Volume 10 - No. 3
SRNT Newsletter
August/September 2004, Volume 10, Number 3
Position Openings
Postdoctoral
Duke University Medical Center: Post-doctoral Fellow in Clinical Psychology, Research in Smoking and Psychiatric Disorders. A two-year post-doctoral research fellowship in clinical psychology, focusing on assessment and treatment of smoking in psychiatric populations, with a specific focus on posttraumatic stress disorder is available through the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences. This fellowship would include participation in a range of projects including smoking cessation trials, laboratory-based psychophysiological studies (e.g., startle and pre-pulse inhibition) and ambulatory assessment and treatment studies using electronic diaries. Opportunities will be available to obtain experience in grant writing and manuscript preparation. The successful applicant will work within a multidisciplinary team to coordinate the assessment and management of research subjects enrolled in several funded studies currently being conducted by the research group. Supervised clinical hours for licensure are also available. In accordance with federal law, this advertisement is directed to US Citizens or permanent residents. Women and minorities are particularly encouraged to apply. Interested candidates should send a statement of interests and the names and contact information for three referees to Jean C. Beckham, Ph.D. (beckham@duke.edu, (919) 286-0411, extension 7973) or Joseph McClernon, Ph.D. (mccle011@mc.duke.edu; (919) 668-3987).
Southern Illinois University Carbondale: Postdoctoral Fellowship in the Department of Psychology's Integrative Neuroscience Laboratory. This position is primarily research oriented, focusing on the effects of nicotine on attention and affect as assessed with state-of-the-art eye-gaze tracking and electrocortical measures in 2 federally-funded projects. The fellow will receive in-depth training and mentoring and will work with Dr. Gilbert designing studies, collecting data, analyzing results, and writing manuscripts for publication. The training environment includes several faculty with expertise in related areas, including EEG/ERP, fMRI, eye-tracking, substance abuse, and genetics (molecular and behavioral), as well as medical school faculty and doctoral programs in psychology and neurosciences. Minimal qualifications include a Ph.D. in Psychology or related sciences, with research interests and experience in human brain imaging (including electrocortical measures [EEG & ERP], Low Resolution Brain Electromagnetic Tomography [LORETA] and/or fMRI), attentional and affective processes, substance abuse, and/or tobacco smoking. Salary competitive, benefits provided, negotiable start date. Reappointment is contingent upon performance and funding availability. Send letter of interest, research statement, vitae, and 3 reference letters to Dr. David Gilbert, MC 6502, Department of Psychology, LS-II, 1125 Lincoln Dr.; Carbondale, IL 62901-6502. SIUC is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer that strives to enhance its ability to develop a diverse faculty and staff and to increase its potential to serve a diverse student population. All applications are welcomed and encouraged and will receive consideration.
University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), Department of Psychiatry: Postdoctoral Fellowship with Treatment and Services Researcher: UCSF Department of Psychiatry seeks applicants for an anticipated postdoctoral position to train with James L. Sorensen, Ph.D. in substance abuse treatment and services research. The trainee would work in the participation, design, and implementation of studies on treatment of drug dependence. We have a productive and creative group working on research-practice integration with several associated treatment programs and the California-Arizona Research Node of the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) Clinical Trials Network. Qualified candidates would have a strong interest in psychosocial and pharmacologic treatment of drug abuse. The successful candidate is a team player that seeks a highly productive postdoctoral experience with strong mentorship. Stipends are funded by the NIDA. The application period is open until filled. Please call Lorel Hiramoto at (415) 476-7673 or email at lorelh@itsa.ucsf.edu for application information. You may fax (in advance) your CV, 2 letters of recommendation, and research statement. Originals should be mailed along with your representative work. Postdoctoral Training Program in Drug Abuse Research, 401 Parnassus Avenue, UCSF Box 0984-TRC, San Francisco, CA 94143-0984.
University of Colorado Health Sciences Center: Post-doctoral fellowship in Molecular Neurobiology of the Human Nicotinic Receptor Gene Family: A Postdoctoral position is open immediately for study of the molecular neurobiology of human nicotinic receptors in both mental illness and nicotine addiction. Expression and function of nicotinic receptors are being studied in human postmortem brain and in blood leukocytes from both schizophrenic and control subjects, smokers and non-smokers. Rodent models are also being studied. Several projects are open: 1) Characterization of receptor subunits by ligand binding in smokers and non-smokers, 2) Steroid regulation of gene promoter activity, and 3) Microarray studies in postmortem brain of smokers and non-smokers. Applicants should have a Ph.D. in molecular biology, pharmacology, neuroscience, or related field, with a background in the measurement of expression and function. Stipend commensurate with qualifications. Please send curriculum vitae and three references to: Sherry Leonard, Ph.D., Department of Psychiatry, Box C-268-71, University of Colorado Health Sciences Center, 4200 E. 9th Avenue, Denver, Colorado 80262, Sherry.Leonard@UCHSC.edu. The University of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer.
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. 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 C.V. 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 Vermont: Postdoctoral Research Fellowship In Substance Abuse: Research fellowship position (2-3yrs) is available in a stimulating and productive clinic. Participate in the development, conduct, and publication of studies on behavioral treatments for cigarette smoking among pregnant women and for cocaine dependence. Applicants must have completed doctoral training in psychology and have research experience. Individuals from disadvantaged groups are encouraged to apply. Competitive stipends. Send letter of interest, vita, and letters of reference to: Stephen T. Higgins, Ph.D., University of Vermont, Dept. of Psychiatry, 38 Fletcher Place, Burlington, VT 05401-1419.
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Research Associates
The Center for Health Promotion (CHP), Seattle: Unique opportunity for Research Scientist with expertise in Tobacco Cessation and/or Weight Management to join our Research and Evaluation team. Reporting to Dr. Tim McAfee, Chief Medical Officer, the Research Scientist will design and conduct studies, provide scientific oversight, and promote scientific findings to support the broader business goals of our organization. Other responsibilities will include providing scientific consult on CHP business issues, presenting and publishing scientific findings, and representing CHP to the health care and scientific community. The ideal candidate is someone with an established research portfolio in Tobacco Cessation and/or Weight Management who is eager to conduct real-world research and work with a team to translate scientific findings into practice, helping CHP provide the best evidence-based health behavior change programs. CHP is a national leader in developing and delivering effective evidence based telephone and web-based health behavior change programs including tobacco cessation and weight management serving approximately 75,000 individuals each year. We have an excellent publication and scientific presentation record. CHP is actively collaborating on nine research projects involving tobacco cessation interventions with youth, adults, and individuals using state quit lines to test different web and phone intervention strategies. The majority of our studies are federally funded. Interested candidates should send resume and cover letter via our online application tool: http://www.chpcare.com/careers.aspx. For more information, contact Karen Pernick, Recruiter at (206) 988-7843. Website: www.chpcare.com.