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Date Posted: July 29, 2010

Behavioral Informatics Postdoctoral Research Fellowship
Boston University School of Medicine

Boston University School of Medicine is seeking applications for a two-year post-doctoral fellowship. The Boston-Area Biomedical Informatics Program (http://www.bmiboston.org/) is a behavioral informatics program is internationally recognized for its excellence. The Fellowship offers training in the broad discipline of behavioral informatics with a focus on training in interventional informatics (the study of the use of computers and other information technologies in the direct delivery of behavioral health services). The faculty is known for the development and evaluation of a wide range of automated interventions that promote self-care in patients with chronic disease and that reduce behavioral risk factors for disease (e.g., diet, physical activity, smoking, alcohol and drug use, etc.). Fellows receive full tuition to receive didactic education in a Harvard-based masters degree program in biomedical informatics, in which the masters has four unique tracks allowing coursework to be tailored to meet diverse learning needs in computer science, public health, health communications, behavioral medicine or other curricula. Fellows complete one or more research projects involving the development and/or evaluation of informatics systems. The Fellowship requires a PhD, MD or equivalent degree. A background in public health, psychology, health communications or medicine and a strong interest in information technology are desirable. US citizenship or permanent residency is required.

Send a statement of interest to MISUAdministrativeAssistant@bmc.org. Applications will be reviewed and accepted using a rolling admissions process until August 1, 2010.

Date Posted: July 19, 2010

Director, Community Engaged Research

Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN seeks a Director for the Office of Community- Engaged Research within the Center for Translational Science Activities. The Office of Community-Engaged Research supports and coordinates all research-related community activities at Mayo Clinic in Rochester.  The Director is responsible for the general oversight and direction of the office, and plays a leadership role in assisting investigators to conceptualize, develop and conduct community-engaged research.  The Director develops tactical plans for outreach to involve communities in the research process and evaluates plan implementation procedures and outcomes. The Director leads and manages the development of research initiatives with research teams, with other medical centers, and with community organizations.  The Director serves as lecturer and mentor for training programs in community-engaged research, cultural competence and health disparities research to strengthen the research capabilities of clinical investigators, support staff, fellows and medical students. The Director directly supervises other staff that performs outreach activities and other staff assigned to the office. 

The Director should possess a doctoral degree in public health, health services research, clinical epidemiology, medical sociology, cultural anthropology or other health related sciences field. Must have experience in clinical research or health sciences research; familiarity with community organizations, diverse cultures, health disparities concepts, plus experience in developing collaborative work relationships with research institutions and community groups.

Mayo Clinic, one of Fortune magazine's "100 Best Companies to Work For," offers an excellent salary and benefits package. To apply or learn more about this or other opportunities, please visit http://www.mayo-clinic-jobs.com/job/Director,-Community-Engaged-Research-27661-Job/861101/

Mayo Clinic
Jacque Wolf
800-562-7984

Mayo Clinic is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. Post-offer/pre-employment screening is required.

Date Posted: June 30, 2010

Clinical Psychology Faculty Position (rank open)
Rutgers University - New Brunswick

The Department of Psychology invites applications for a tenure track position to begin Sept. 1, 2011, pending budgetary funding. Outstanding candidates at all ranks will be considered. Salary and other considerations are consistent with Rutgers' commitment to retain exceptional individuals. Rutgers is an EO/AA Employer with a strong commitment to increasing ethnic diversity among faculty. Details about the position and applying may be found at psych.rutgers.edu. Review of applications will begin on Sept. 15, 2010.

Date Posted: June 21, 2010

Director, Centers for Behavioral and Preventive Medicine, based at The Miriam Hospital, a founding member of the Lifespan Health System accompanied by an academic appointment in the Department of Psychiatry and Human Behavior at Alpert Medical School of Brown University

Located in Providence, RI, the Centers' aim is to improve health through behavioral medicine research. The Centers are guided by a commitment to academic research and training at the pre- and post- doctoral level.

The Director will lead a large research department comprised of world-class Ph.D. and M.D. level senior scientists and master's level research associates to develop and maintain an integrated/coordinated research portfolio. The candidate should possess a high level of scientific and management experience with substantial relevant research in their particular area of research. The candidate would also have the ability to manage a diverse portfolio of projects within a complex organizational framework keeping department staff aligned with organizational goals. The Director is expected to have an international reputation and maintain an active externally funded research program. Colleagues include high-caliber researchers, conference presenters, editors and peer reviewers, and peer-reviewed authors. The Director is expected to qualify for a faculty position of Full Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Human Behavior at the Brown Medical School.

Qualities and traits of the successful candidate include:

• Ability to bridge disciplines with a broad behavioral focus;
• Leadership of research teams, research programs and/or research centers;
• Demonstrated experience in managing large organizational units (fiscal, people, grants and research);
• Strategic thinker with business acumen;
• A champion of the Centers;
• A national and international presence;
• Politically astute with experience navigating a complex matrixed organization, between healthcare and academics/medical school.
• Advocate and educator, visionary, entrepreneurial and proactive; and
• Collegial, collaborative, with a flexible management style.

For more information, or if you know of someone who may be interested, please contact:

Michaele "Myke" M. Glenn
Project Director
mglenn@tylerandco.com
610-558-6100, ext. 236

Date Posted: June 1, 2010

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Paul L. Foster School of Medicine

ASSISTANT/ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR IN CANCER PREVENTION AND CONTROL
DEPARTMENT OF FAMILY AND COMMUNITY MEDICINE
The Department of Family and Community Medicine at the Paul L Foster School of Medicine, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, El Paso, seeks applications for a tenure track PhD Faculty position at the Assistant or Associate Professor level in any area of cancer prevention and control research. This is an exciting opportunity for highly trained and motivated investigators committed to building a research program in a research division which enjoys strong departmental and Institutional support. Successful applicants will have the opportunity to hold a joint position in the Cancer Center of Excellence and to build collaborations with other cancer center investigators. Applicants must have a doctoral degree (PhD in epidemiology, behavioral science, public health or related field) and qualifications to conduct independent and collaborative research relating to cancer prevention and control such as cancer risk reduction, preventive services delivery in primary care and community settings, communication and decision making and health services research. Previous experience with health disparities research is an advantage. There will be opportunities for teaching in both the department and medical school. Faculty rank will be commensurate with previous training and experience. Salary is highly competitive and associated with a generous start up package.

The city of El Paso is nestled between the beautiful Franklin Mountains and the Rio Grande and resides at the confluence of Texas, New Mexico and Mexico. El Paso is the second safest mid-sized city in the United States and its residents enjoy more than 300 days of sunshine a year, numerous outdoor pursuits, as well as a vibrant city life at an affordable cost of living.

Interested applicants may apply online at: https://jobs.texastech.edu/. Job # 81239.

Interested candidates should submit a current CV and cover letter that includes a statement of research interests to:

Gurjeet S. Shokar, M.D.
Professor and Chairman
Dept. of Family and Community Medicine
Paul L. Foster School of Medicine
Texas Tech University HSC
9849 Kenworthy Street
El Paso, Texas 79924-4402
Gurjeet.shokar@ttuhsc.edu

The position is open until filled Application review will begin immediately

The Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer

Date Posted: May 19, 2010

Health Psychology and Primary Care Psychology Positions

The Department of Psychology at Madigan Army Medical Center (MAMC) is recruiting for health psychology and primary care psychology positions. In some positions, travel within the US is required and for those positions, a retention allowance is available. Qualifications include licensure in any US state, a Ph.D. or Psy.D. degree from an APA approved program, with an APA approved internship. Health psychology positions require additional training and experience. Experience in working with diabetes, chronic pain, or sleep disordered populations are highly desirable. The 2010 salary range at the GS-13 level is $87306-$113496. Qualified applicants may also be eligible for a recruitment/retention allowance.

The Department of Psychology at MAMC is a leader in the field of military psychology research and the application of empirically based treatments for Service Members and their families. The Department includes an APA approved pre-doctoral Internship, a post-doctoral Residency, and a post-doctoral Fellowship in pediatric psychology. MAMC is co-located with Fort Lewis in the southern Puget Sound region of western Washington State. While the installation is less than an hour from Seattle and SeaTac International Airport, the alpine playgrounds of Mt. Rainier and the Cascade Mountains are within an easy drive as are Pacific Ocean beaches.

Applications will be reviewed until positions are filled.

For more information contact:
Burton Kerr, Ph.D.
burton.kerr@us.army.mil

Date Posted: May 19, 2010

The UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center seeks a tenure-track faculty member to lead the Population Sciences programs at our NCI-funded Comprehensive Cancer Center. The UNC Lineberger is looking for a leader to build on current excellence and bring the Cancer Center to the very top rank in cancer population sciences research. Applicants must have an established research program in a relevant area, as well as a broad perspective on cancer epidemiology, prevention and control, and outcomes. Leadership and teaching experience are preferred. Appointment and rank in an academic department (School of Public Health, Medicine, Nursing, etc) will be determined by the applicant's qualifications.

Applicants must submit curriculum vitae, a description of research plans, and names and contact information of four references online at jobs.unc.edu/2500106.

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an Equal Opportunity/ADA employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

Date Posted: April 28, 2010

Behavioral Scientist Faculty Position
at the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center and the University of Washington

The Cancer Prevention Program of the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center (FHCRC) is seeking applications from individuals trained in the social or behavioral sciences for a full-time Assistant Member position. Although the primary appointment will be at the FHCRC (with salary from the FHCRC), applicants are invited to apply for a joint position in the Department of Health Services at the University of Washington (UW) as a full-time Assistant Professor (without tenure) or a Research Assistant Professor. We are particularly interested in applicants with a strong theoretical background whose research interests include theory-based and novel approaches to social and behavioral changes in cancer prevention and control. Individuals with experience/training in intervention research at the community level are especially sought. Past research or training in health disparities research is a plus. The successful candidate will be expected to openly communicate and collaborate with other social and behavioral scientists and programs at the FHCRC and UW. University of Washington faculty engage in teaching, research, and service.

The Cancer Prevention Program (http://www.fhcrc.org/phs/cprp) undertakes research into the causes, early detection, and prevention of cancer and its outcomes. The Program includes a diverse faculty representing psychology, sociology, economics, biostatistics, nutrition, epidemiology, clinical medicine, laboratory science, health disparities, health outcomes and exercise physiology. Current faculty interests and research include cancer prevention and screening, health outcomes during treatment and survivorship, and medical decision-making. The Cancer Prevention Program and Division of Public Health Sciences have extensive ongoing and completed research that forms a rich resource for future efforts. Shared resources in biostatistics, epidemiology, survey methods, and laboratory sciences will support this position.

The Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center is a world-renowned research institution with large and active research efforts in four divisions: Public Health Sciences (Biostatistics, Center Prevention, Computational Biology, Epidemiology, and Molecular Diagnostics), Clinical Research, Human Biology, and Basic Sciences. A National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center (CCC) since 1976, the CCC was expanded in 2003 to include the Fred Hutchinson/University of Washington Consortium, a research collaboration between the FHCRC, UW, Seattle Children's Medical Center, and the Seattle Cancer Care Alliance. The FHCRC and the UW are equal opportunity / affirmative action employers. Both institutions are building culturally diverse faculty and strongly encourage applications from female and minority candidates.

Successful candidates must have a Ph.D. or equivalent and two years of relevant research training and/or experience in the following fields: sociology, social psychology, psychology, public health, medical anthropology, or related disciplines.

Interested applicants should send a curriculum vitae along with a letter describing research plans and the names and contact information (including email addresses) for four references by August, 2010. The position is open until filled.

Please address applications to Chair, Behavioral Scientist Search Committee, c/o Kathleen Kealey, Cancer Prevention Program, Division of Public Health Sciences, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, 1100 Fairview Avenue N, PO Box 19024, M3-B232, Seattle, WA 98104. Electronic applications are preferable; please email to kkealey@fhcrc.org.

Date Posted: April 28, 2010

Senior Scientist Positions Open
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