The Vermont Center on Behavior and Health (VCBH) located at the University of Vermont (UVM) Larner College of Medicine announces TWO NIH postdoctoral research fellowship opportunities in our internationally-recognized center of excellence for substance use disorder research.
Please see the attached announcement for full details.
Stephen T. Higgins, PhD
Director, Vermont Center on Behavior and Health
Virginia H. Donaldson Professor in Translational Science
Departments of Psychiatry and Psychological Science
I am spreading the word about this opportunity to lead an outstanding research center on addictions within the Brown University School of Public Health.
Please consult the attached advertisement for details on the position. We would appreciate it if you would send the advertisement to potential candidates and/or inform us of individuals we might want to consider.
Applications are encouraged from established scholars who are nationally recognized as having an innovative and collaborative approach to alcohol and substance abuse research, and are seeking to expand their impact through leadership.
Review of applications will begin on May 31, 2022. Full consideration will be given to all applications received by that date. Applications received after the priority deadline may be reviewed until the position is filled or the search is closed.
Brown University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and actively solicits applications from women and minorities.
Potential applicants are invited to contact Kathy Santos (kathy_santos@brown.edu) or the Search Committee Chair, Eric Loucks (eric_loucks@brown.edu) for additional details.
Sincerely,
Eric B. Loucks, PhD
Search Committee Chair
Megan L. Ranney MD MPH
Academic Dean, School of Public Health
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Jennifer W. Tidey, PhD
Associate Dean for Research Professor of Behavioral and Social Sciences
From: Meredith, Steven <Steven.Meredith@fda.hhs.gov> Sent: Friday, March 18, 2022 2:38 PM To: Ryan Vandrey <rvandrey@jhmi.edu> Cc: Schroeder, Megan (FDA) <Megan.Schroeder@fda.hhs.gov> Subject: vacancies at CTP
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Hi Ryan, I hope you're doing well!
Our branch of Behavioral and Clinical Pharmacology in the Office of Science, CTP is in the process of recruiting scientists to fill several upcoming job openings. Will you please consider sharing the following message on the APA Div 28 listserv? Feel free to share with BPRU or anyone else you think may be interested, too.
TheCenter for Tobacco Products (CTP) is hiring! The Behavioral and Clinical Pharmacology (BCP) branch within the Office of Science (OS) is looking for well qualified Health Scientists and Pharmacologists (at the GS-11/12/13 levels). CTP is tasked with carrying out the Family Smoking Prevention and Tobacco Control Act of 2009, which gives us broad authorities to regulate the manufacturing, distribution, and marketing of tobacco products. Join us and contribute to our public health mission of protecting Americans from tobacco-related death and disease. Individuals with graduate-level (i.e., Masters or PhD) training in areas including, but not limited to, pharmacology, behavioral psychology, neuroscience, or health science would be a good fit for this role.
If you are interested in these positions or have questions, we encourage you to contact us at:
P.S. More information about career opportunities at CTP can be found on the CTP jobs webpage. There, you can find all open opportunities at CTP, submit your resume into our Career Profile System to receive notifications on job opportunities, and sign-up for a free 1-hour career coaching sessions (includes advice for "federalizing" your resume).
Thanks and best regards,
Steve
Steven E. Meredith, Ph.D.
(he/him/his) Supervisory Pharmacologist
Office of Science
Center for Tobacco Products U.S. Food and Drug Administration Tel: 301-348-1959
It is with great pleasure that I announce new fellows of APA Division 28.
Robert Leeman Mikhail Koffarnus
Thomas Brown David Cox John Kelly James King Laura Stroud
Fellow status in APA and Division 28 is a great honor that is very much deserved for each of these individuals. Congratulations to all new Fellows, we are lucky to count you amongst our ranks!
The Vermont Center on Behavior and Health (VCBH) located at the University of Vermont (UVM) Larner College of Medicine announces TWO NIH postdoctoral research fellowship opportunities in our internationally-recognized center of excellence for substance use disorder research.
Please see the attached announcement for full details.
Stephen T. Higgins, PhD
Director, Vermont Center on Behavior and Health
Virginia H. Donaldson Professor in Translational Science
Departments of Psychiatry and Psychological Science
The 2022All of UsResearchers Conventionis coming up! The two-day virtual event will focus on researchers at various educational and professional career stages across two separate but linked events: the Minority Student Research Symposium (March 31) and theAll of UsScience Day (April 1).
TheAll of UsMinority Student Research Symposium (MSRS)elevates the work of student researchers from underrepresented communities. This event engages minority students and mentors by encouraging the use of theAll of UsData Browser to research, design, and display a poster presentation on their findings. Multiple touchpoints, including a professional development series, will help cultivate a mentor/student network.
TheAll of UsScience Day seeks to bring theAll of Usdata to life.The All of Us Research Program invites registered users within the All of Us Researcher Workbench who have an active workspace on the platform, to submit a proposal on their work for the opportunity to present at the program’s inaugural Science Day on April 1, 2022. The vision of the Science Day is to bring the Research Projects Directory to life by highlighting how your research is contributing to the goals and diversity and inclusion values of the All of Us Research Program.
The National Institute on Drug Abuse at the National Institutes of Health is an agency of the United States Department of Health and Human Services TO UNSUBSCRIBE: send email tolistserv@list.nih.govCopy and paste UNSUBSCRIBE NIDA_NEURO_SCIENCE-L
Earlham College is currently hiring a tenure-track faculty member who can contribute to the Neuroscience and Psychology majors. You can see the job description here. More information is included below:
Earlham College Department of Psychology invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor position with an ability to contribute to and support our Neuroscience program. This person will join a vibrant, innovative, and collegial department. Start date is July 1, 2022.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities
The successful candidate will typically have a teaching load of 5 courses across two semesters including Brain & Behavior and Behavioral Neuroscience as well as courses in the candidate's particular area of interest. After the first year, the successful candidate will advise students. We are looking for a candidate to provide breadth to the psychology department and neuroscience program, particularly in terms of course offerings and research interests. Applications from individuals who conduct research using humans or non-vertebrate animals are particularly encouraged.In the cover letter, candidates should indicate their ability to teach the required neuroscience courses as well as other core psychology courses such as Research Methods & Statistics. We are excited to help support candidates in the development of additional courses that are not already offered in our department. (Our course catalog can be found here). The successful candidate will also clearly indicate how they will conduct research/scholarship to which undergraduate students can make meaningful contributions in the context of a small liberal arts college. In their application materials, candidates should clearly describe their ability to contribute to the advancement of Earlham's goals to be a diverse, equitable, and inclusive institution. Candidates should provide specific examples of how they have contributed to equitable and inclusive environments, including how they support students from diverse backgrounds and utilize inclusive pedagogical practices.
Departmental & Institutional Information
Earlham College is a small, private liberal arts college shaped by Quaker principles, including a commitment to social justice. The Earlham College student body is diverse (~20% international, ~25% domestic students of color) and there are multiple opportunities to work with students in meaningful ways both in and out of the classroom. Psychology and neuroscience are among the largest majors on campus. We strive to create a welcoming, affirming environment where all community members can thrive.Earlham has family-friendly policies and the psychology department offers a structured mentorship program to support new faculty members.
Experience & Qualifications
Candidates should hold a Ph.D. in psychology, neuroscience, or a related field at the time of appointment. Candidates who are ABD ("All But Dissertation") and have finished their coursework and qualifying exams may be considered. Candidates with a degree other than neuroscience should clearly explain their expertise in neuroscience, which could include graduate coursework, research background, or teaching history. Candidates should have prior teaching experience (which could include teaching assistant experience) and evidence of teaching effectiveness, such as student evaluations, peer observations, or other similar evidence. Earlham College and the psychology department continue to build a community that reflects our student body and society at large. We encourage and welcome applications from members of groups historically underrepresented in higher education. Candidates who meet some, but not all of the desired qualities for this position are encouraged to apply. Candidates may also contact the search convener with specific questions.
Application Instructions
Please submit the following application materials in a single electronic file to HR@earlham.edu:
cover letter
curriculum vitae (including contact information for 3 references)
teaching statement
evidence of teaching effectiveness
diversity statement (300 – 500 word statement that describes your ability to contribute to the advancement of Earlham's goals to be a diverse and inclusive institution)
research statement
The Department will solicit letters of reference directly from listed references at its discretion.Materials should be sent to HR@earlham.edu, please CC neurosearch@earlham.edu.Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applications submitted by March 27, 2022 will be given full consideration. Any inquiries about the position can be directed to Dr. Beth Mechlin, Search Convener, mechlbe@earlham.edu.Earlham College requires all employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19 or apply for and receive a qualified exemption within two weeks of the employment start date.Earlham utilizes E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility for all newly hired employees within the United States.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Earlham College is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse community, one that reflects the makeup of society at large and that particularly welcomes and supports individuals from groups that have been historically marginalized because of factors such as race, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, socioeconomic class, and physical ability. The College strongly encourages applications from women and people of color. As an institution with a Quaker identity, the College also solicits applications from members of the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers).
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Beth Mechlin, Ph.D. Associate Professor of Psychology and Neuroscience Earlham College 801 National Road West, Box 28 Richmond, IN 47374 mechlbe@earlham.edu she/her pronouns 765-983-1785 https://profbeth.youcanbook.me
