[#DIV28SUPER] APA response to NIDA's Strategic Plan - comments are due 7/24

Hi All,

 

Geoff Mumford would like to compile a response to NIDA’s Strategic Plan on behalf of APA and is asking for our input (see notice and links below).

 

He would like comments by July 24^th so that he has time to synthesize the information in time for submission on August 7^th.

 

Please send your comments to either myself (wlynch@virginia.edu) Dr. Mumford (gmumford@apa.org).

 

Thanks, Wendy

 

Wendy J. Lynch, Ph.D.

President, APA Division 28 (Psychopharmacology and Substance Abuse)

Associate Professor of Psychiatry and Neurobehavioral Sciences

Physical Address: 450 Ray C. Hunt Drive (Aurbach Building), Room G164

Mailing Address: PO Box 801402, Charlottesville, VA 22904-1402

434-243-0580 (office)

434-249-3699 (cell)

 

From: NIDA-Constituent <NIDAConstituent@leedmci.com>
Sent: Monday, June 29, 2020 2:11 PM
Subject: Request for Information: NIDA Strategic Plan

 

Sent on behalf of the Office of Science Policy and Communications, National Institute on Drug Abuse/National Institutes of Health

 

Dear Colleagues,

 

The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) is the lead federal agency supporting research on drug use and its consequences. Our mission is to advance science on the causes and consequences of drug use and addiction and to apply that knowledge to improve individual and public health. In alignment with this mission, NIDA developed a draft outline for the FY 2021-2025 Strategic Plan to communicate a vision for advancing the Institute’s mission over the next five years.

 

As part of the strategic planning process, NIDA has issued a Request for Information (RFI) for feedback on an initial outline of the plan, which includes both Scientific Goals and Cross-cutting themes.

 

We would like to hear from the community of researchers, clinicians, patients, policymakers, members of the public, and other stakeholders. We will review and consider the comments that we receive as we draft the full Strategic Plan. We hope you will take a few minutes to share your perspectives, and to encourage interested stakeholders to share theirs as well.

 

The RFI can be found at this link: [https://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/notice-files/NOT-DA-20-059.html]. Comments will be accepted through August 7, 2020.

 

You may submit your suggestions via email to: NIDAStrategicPlan@nida.nih.gov

 

Thank you for your support of NIDA’s research mission.

 

 

Best,

Jennifer

 

Jennifer A. Hobin, PhD
Deputy Director
Office of Science Policy and Communications
National Institute on Drug Abuse 

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[#DIV28SUPER] Anti-Racism Statement and Diversity Plan

Dear Division 28 Members,

 

I’m attaching an-Anti-Racism Statement on behalf of the Executive Committee of Division 28. Our statement also includes some actionable items that we are working to implement to help increase the representation of Black people at all levels of Division 28 membership. We also welcome your comments and suggestions on we can increase diversity within the Division.

 

Thank you,

 

Wendy J. Lynch, Ph.D.

President, APA Division 28 (Psychopharmacology and Substance Abuse)

Associate Professor of Psychiatry and Neurobehavioral Sciences

Physical Address: 450 Ray C. Hunt Drive (Aurbach Building), Room G164

Mailing Address: PO Box 801402, Charlottesville, VA 22904-1402

434-243-0580 (office)

434-249-3699 (cell)

 

 

[#DIV28SUPER] Editorial Fellowship Available for Experimental and Clinical Psychopharmacology

Experimental and Clinical Psychopharmacology announces an opening for an Editorial Fellow position, beginning January 1, 2021. The position is open to qualified candidates who hold the rank of Assistant Professor (or equivalent) and will last one year. During this time, the selected Fellow will work closely with the journal's Editor, Dr. William W. Stoops, to develop editorial and publishing proficiency, enrich scientific knowledge and bolster written communication skills. It is anticipated that the Fellow will manage approximately one new manuscript per month. This process will include identifying reviewers, making an editorial decision based on review and shepherding the manuscript through to publication if accepted, all with guidance from Dr. Stoops. The successful candidate will also be expected to participate in monthly meetings with Dr. Stoops to ensure goals are met and problems are identified and addressed. The majority of these meetings will be phone conferences, although in-person meetings at scientific conferences are also possible. Upon successful completion of the fellowship, the Editorial Fellow will become a member of the journal's editorial board. All applications should include the following: 1) an interest statement, 2) a curriculum vitae and 3) three recommendation letters. Application materials are due to Dr. Stoops (william.stoops@uky.edu) on September 1, 2020 at 5 PM Eastern time and should be submitted as a single pdf file. Applications will be reviewed by members of the Experimental and Clinical Psychopharmacology editorial board for strength of the interest statement, research and publishing experience, manuscript review experience and enthusiasm of the recommendation letters. The top candidate will be notified of her/his selection by December 1, 2020. Address any questions to Dr. Stoops at william.stoops@uky.edu.

               
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email: william.stoops@uky.edu
telephone: (859) 257-5383

Professor
Departments of Behavioral Science, Psychiatry and Psychology
Center on Drug and Alcohol Research
University of Kentucky

Director
Regulatory Knowledge and Support Core-Center for Clinical and Translational Science

Clinical Research Support Office

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[#DIV28SUPER] Virtual APA Ray's Race Run/Walk

Hi All,

See below for a great (and free!) opportunity to virtually connect with others during APA Virtual Convention.

Best,

Justin

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Justin C. Strickland, Ph.D.
Postdoctoral Fellow
Behavioral Pharmacology Research Unit
Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences
Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
Phone: (410) 550-1975

"Psychologists, Runners, Walkers, Friends, & Family!! 

Join us for the 42nd Annual "Ray's Race" 5k Run and Walk! Ray's Race is going virtual and will be hosted between August 3-9! Sign up for Ray's Race 5k run/walk and exercise with the Running Psychologists at this year's virtual American Psychological Association 2020!  

Run/walk from wherever you are between August 3-9 and share with our community your 5k time. We will email you with your virtual bib at the email address you provide, which can be printed and worn on your virtual race day for a great photo op to commemorate the first virtual Ray's Race 5k. 
 

Register at: https://forms.gle/Jqfy5ePZUDZoewhs6  You may choose to register now, prior to the virtual 5k, OR you can choose to complete this form after having run or walked the 5k. If you choose to pre-register, you will complete this form twice--the first time to register prior to the event, and a second time to provide us with your race time afterwards (and if you would like, a photo of you in your virtual bib!). 

Registration is FREE!! We hope you will use this opportunity to engage in joyful movement and will allow us to share this memory on Running Psychologists Facebook page!  

Contact Kate Hibbard-Gibbons at hibbardgk@ohio.edu  with any questions.  

Happy walking and running! 

 

Kate Hibbard-Gibbons, President 

Running Psychologists  
hibbardgk@ohio.edu 

360.808.0963 

Facebook: @runningpsychologists 

 

Our purpose: "to promote well-being and physical fitness among psychologists and in the community at large by calling special attention to the benefits of running and similar aerobic activities." 

[#DIV28SUPER] Postdoctoral fellowship opportunities at Yale University

Hi Everyone,

See the below postdoctoral fellowship announcement.

Best,

Justin

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Yale School of Medicine, Department of Psychiatry

Division of Substance Abuse

 

Postdoctoral Fellowships

 

The Department of Psychiatry at Yale School of Medicine invites applications for 2-year postdoctoral associate positions focused on research in the areas of tobacco use prevention, cessation, and regulation. We have three available positions with start dates ranging from now until the positions are filled.

The postdoctoral associates could participate in projects focused on the 1) development and evaluation of e-cigarette cessation interventions in adolescent populations in collaboration with the Tobacco Research in Youth (TRY) Group, and 2) the conduct of tobacco regulatory research in adolescent and adult populations within the Yale Tobacco Center of Regulatory Science (TCORS). Within the TCORS, postdoctoral associates will have access to training on tobacco regulatory science and the opportunity to participate in a programmatic line of research aimed at investigating how flavors, sweeteners, and other constituents, as well as social media content, impact use behaviors and the appeal and addictive potential, of e-cigarettes and other tobacco products.

Competitive candidates should have: 1) a PhD in clinical, developmental, counseling, or health psychology, or a doctoral degree in public health, family studies, social work, or social welfare; 2) a strong research background; 3) interest in pursuing an academic career; 4) interest and/or background in tobacco regulatory science or tobacco prevention and cessation among youth and young adults. Strong data analytical skills would be appreciated but not required.

All postdoctoral associates will participate in core seminars on research and data analytic methods, grant development, and professional development as well as in seminars and colloquia that cover related topics, such as the ethical conduct of research and current topics in substance abuse prevention and tobacco regulatory science. Post-doctoral associates will have an opportunity to conduct independent research under the mentorship of Drs. Suchitra Krishnan-Sarin and Grace Kong.

To apply: Applicants should email a CV, a statement of interests that outlines their qualifications, research interests, and future goals, and three letters of recommendation to Dr. Grace Kong:Grace.Kong@yale.edu.  Reviews of applications will begin immediately and continue until positions are filled.Yale University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from women, members of minority groups, persons with disabilities and protected veterans.

 

 

Danielle R. Davis, Ph.D.

Postdoctoral Fellow

Department of Psychiatry

Yale School of Medicine

34 Park St. New Haven, CT 06519

Tel: (203) 974-7372

[#DIV28SUPER] Seeking nominations for 2022 Jellinek Memorial Fund Award in Behavioral Studies (Clinical and Experimental)

Dear colleagues,

 

I am pleased to announce the 2022 Jellinek Memorial Fund Award is currently seeking nominations in the area of Behavioral Studies (Clinical and Experimental).  Nominees must have contributed outstanding behavioral research in the field of alcohol/alcohol use disorder, and should be someone who would provide an example and serve as a model for others who might be attracted to work in this field. In addition to a cash award of CDN$5,000, the recipient is presented with a bust of the late E. M. Jellinek. Previous award winners can be viewed here.

 

To complete the nomination of a candidate, please send me an email katiew@unm.edu  with the following materials: (1) a detailed letter describing the principal contribution(s) for which the candidate is being nominated, signed by the nominator and any co-nominators; and (2) a current copy of the candidate's curriculum vitae. Nominations must be received no later than October 1, 2021.

 

Thank you in advance for your consideration and nominations. I would particularly like to encourage nominations for traditionally underrepresented scholars in our field, including women, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and Black, Indigenous, and People of Color.

 

Best wishes,

Katie Witkiewitz

Chair, Selection Committee

2022 Jellinek Memorial Fund Award

Editor, Psychology of Addictive Behaviors

Regents’ Professor, Department of Psychology

Center on Alcoholism, Substance Abuse, and Addictions

University of New Mexico

Logan Hall, Room 118

MSC 03-2220

Albuquerque, NM 87131

Office phone: 505-277-5953

Vmail: 505-925-2334

Lab website: https://abqresearch.org

Pronouns: She/Her/Hers

 

 

[#DIV28SUPER] Call for APA Div 28 Fellow Nominations

 Hi all,

 

American Psychological Association Division 28 (Psychopharmacology & Substance Use) is seeking nominations for new Fellows. As described by APA, "Fellow status is an honor bestowed upon APA members who have shown evidence of unusual and outstanding contributions or performance in the field of psychology. Fellow status requires that a person's work has had a national impact on the field of psychology beyond a local, state, or regional level. A high level of competence or steady and continuing contributions are not sufficient to warrant fellow status. National impact must be demonstrated."

 

In Division 28 a successful nominee will typically be 8-15 years post-doctorate, have a minimum of 30 publications and a track record of external funding, and can document national impact of their research. If you would like to nominate a colleague for consideration for Fellow status, please send their CV and contact information to the address below. You may also nominate somebody who is already an APA Fellow in another APA division that has made significant contributions to the psychology of psychopharmacology and substance use, but who is not yet a Fellow of Division 28.

 

Self-nominations are also welcomed.

Contact Information for Fellow Nominations:

Adam Leventhal, Ph.D.

Division 28 Fellows Chair

Email: adam.leventhal@usc.edu