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FULL-TIME POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH SCHOLAR POSITION Drs. Damion Grasso and Margaret Briggs-Gowan at the University of Connecticut (UCONN) School of Medicine, Department of Psychiatry invite applications for a full-time postdoctoral research scholar position in their Child Development and Psychology Research laboratory. The position is supported by an NRSA/T32 Institutional Research Training Grant awarded to the UCONN Alcohol Research Center by the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, as well as a 5-year research grant awarded to Drs. Grasso and Briggs-Gowan by the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH; 1 U01 MH113390-01A1), undertaken in collaboration with investigators at Northwestern University and the Medical University of South Carolina. Drs. Grasso and Briggs-Gowan are at an early stage of a large, NIMH-funded study examining biobehavioral indicators of threat reactivity in young children (4-6 y.o.) as a link between early interpersonal violence exposure and emerging psychopathology. The study will employ methods for assessing event-related brain potentials (ERPs), autonomic indicators, attention bias to threat, and observed behavior in the context of laboratory stress paradigms. Aims are to: (1) Map biobehavioral threat reactivity profiles to dimensional patterns of fear and distress in young children with varying exposure to interpersonal violence; (2) Test whether threat reactivity profiles serve as intermediate phenotypes in explaining the link between interpersonal violence exposure and symptoms over time; and (3) Test the hypothesis that maternal responsiveness to child negative affect will play a unique role in shaping threat reactivity pathways over time. The study will provide critical insight into the etiology of violence-related psychopathology with key implications for developing novel approaches for identification, prevention, and intervention. This study, along with rich existing longitudinal datasets offer numerous opportunities for the post-doctoral scholar to lead manuscripts investigating developmental pathways of child psychopathology in the contexts of genetic, psychophysiological, and familial risk factors, including alcohol/substance abuse. The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. in developmental or clinical psychology, neuroscience, or a related field, strong computational skills, and a strong record of previous research experience. Expertise in ERP or psychophysiological methods and/or advanced statistical modeling is highly preferable, as is strong writing skills. The successful candidate will engage in multiple research activities that include administering clinical interviews, facilitating laboratory paradigms, acquiring and processing physiological data, data analysis, manuscript preparation, and mentoring student interns. The position is initially funded for 3 years but is subject to annual review and renewal. Trainees must attend seminars focusing on developmental psychopathology, addiction, and the responsible conduct of research. It is expected that trainees will author and co-author peer-reviewed journal articles throughout the training period on both interpersonal violence in children, as well as addiction and related topics. Start time may be negotiated. Candidates who have completed all requirements for their PhD, but the degree has not yet been conferred, will be considered. The grant provides an NRSA stipend, health insurance, tuition for mini-courses/workshops, and travel to conferences.   For inquiries and/or to apply for this position, please contact Dr. Damion Grasso at dgrasso@uchc.edu . Applicants must provide: (1) a letter of interest describing training goals, career plans, and research experience, (2) full curriculum vitae, (3) two letters of recommendation, and (4) an official transcript. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

THE PSYCHOLOGY DEPARTMENT AT CLARKSON UNIVERSITY invites applications for a tenure track assistant professor in the area of biological/physiological psychology and/or cognitive neuroscience. The position starts August 1, 2019. Responsibilities include teaching two courses per semester and developing a nationally recognized research program. The successful candidate will have a strong commitment to excellence in both research and undergraduate teaching and will integrate the two by involving undergraduates in their research program. The teaching load will include an introductory psychology course and advanced courses related to their area of expertise (e.g., Perception, Cognitive Neuroscience, Physiological Psychology). Clarkson, New York State’s highest ranked small research institution, is located in a rural setting just outside the Adirondack Park and has year-round outdoor recreational opportunities. Clarkson lies within minutes of three other colleges and is within two hours of Montreal, Ottawa, and Lake Placid. To submit your application, go to www.clarkson.edu/hr and click on “Current Positions” on the right hand navigation bar. Review of applications begins November 1, 2018 and will continue until the position is filled. An equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, Clarkson University actively seeks and encourages applications from minorities, women, people with disabilities, and veterans. International candidates are also welcome to apply. Employer will assist in relocation costs.

Nevada State College invites applications for two tenure-track Assistant Professor of Psychology positions to start August 2019. The preferred candidates will be passionate about teaching and fostering student success among a highly diverse undergraduate student population. Candidates should be able to teach core courses in the psychology curriculum (Introductory Psychology, Research Methods, or Statistics) as well as their area of focus; approximately half of faculty’s instructional load is dedicated to core courses in the psychology curriculum. Candidates should be able to teach courses in one or more of the following specialties: biological/physiological, sensation/perception, clinical/abnormal, cognitive, or developmental. To learn more about the psychology program and review a list of course descriptions, please visit www.nscpsychology.com . About Nevada State College Founded in 2002, Nevada State College (NSC) is a four-year public college located on a developing 512-acre campus in the foothills of Henderson, Nevada (adjacent to Las Vegas). Our faculty members enjoy the rare opportunity to mold the college as it continues to grow into a cornerstone of higher education in Southern Nevada. NSC faculty work in state-of-the-art facilities that feature “smart” classrooms and a Finance Lab that allows students to use real-world and timely information during class. The average class size across campus is 27 students. For more information about NSC, watch this video about student life at NSC . NSC serves approximately 4,900 students who are highly diverse and largely underserved; a majority of our students are first generation, racial/ethnic minorities, parents, and/or returning students. As a teaching-oriented institution, our faculty focus on high-quality instruction, engaging learning experiences, and innovative techniques to improve student learning. At Nevada State College, we celebrate the storied backgrounds of our campus community. We operate with a shared commitment to represent and serve the diverse population of Nevada and to encourage the exchange of ideas that respects and honors the lived experiences of our students, staff, and faculty. We foster a culture of inclusive excellence so our members can live authentically, fully engage, and flourish. To strengthen the college and progress its mission, the college dedicates itself to intentional and ongoing reflection to meet the evolving needs of NSC, the surrounding communities, and the State of Nevada. About Psychology at NSC The psychology program at NSC is housed within the multidisciplinary Department of Social Sciences and currently has four full-time faculty. Psychology is the largest degree program at NSC, serving over over 350 psychology majors, 180 psychology minors, and 80 counseling minors. We are dedicated to providing students with rigorous academic preparation in the science of psychology. For example, all majors are required to complete a capstone course in either advanced research methods or supervised clinical field experience. This preparation emphasizes an empirical approach to the study of psychology with a concerted focus on the use of research methodology and evidence-based strategies to better understand and solve problems. Ultimately, our program aims to cultivate well-rounded students with the knowledge, critical thinking skills, and lifelong learning skills needed to succeed in the workplace and/or in graduate school. Primary Responsibilities Teach 24 credits per academic year (four courses per semester). Teach lower- and upper-level courses in psychology. Advise majors/minors and serve on departmental/college-wide committees. Engage in scholarly activity within your discipline or in the scholarship of teaching and learning. Minimum Qualifications Ph.D. in Psychology or a related field (Candidates who are ABD are eligible with the expectation that the Ph.D. will be completed by July 31, 2019). Demonstrated excellence in teaching and a genuine interest in joining NSC. Ability to teach: Introductory Psychology Research Methods and/or Statistics Courses in one or more of the following specialties: biological/physiological, sensation/perception, clinical/abnormal, cognitive, or developmental Eligibility to work in the United States without sponsorship (NSC does not sponsor visas for international employees). Preferred Qualifications Demonstrated dedication to or interest in working with a diverse student population. Interest in mentoring undergraduates in research. Experience in web-based learning management systems. Experience with (or desire to teach) online, hybrid, or evening classes. Rank, Salary & Benefits Rank of Assistant Professor; tenure-track Budgeted salary is $72,000 per year (for 9-month appointment) with opportunities for additional overload pay in winter and summer sessions. Excellent benefits, including 14.5% retirement match, 11 paid holidays, beginning balance of 30 sick leave days, family educational benefits, and two health insurance plans that can be supplemented with flexible spending accounts or health savings accounts. We are committed to building a culturally diverse faculty and strongly urge women and minorities to apply. Nevada State College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to excellence through diversity and encourages applications from qualified members of legally protected classes. Discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, military status, or genetic information is prohibited. Review of candidates will begin October 15, 2018; applications will be accepted until position is filled. Electronic submission is required. Please go to  https://nshe.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/NSC-external/job/NSC---Henderson/Assistant-Professor-of-Psychology_R0111860  to apply online. For additional questions, please contact Tricia Ramos, Tricia.Ramos@nsc.edu .

Boys Town National Research Hospital (BTNRH) invites applications for mid- or senior- career level research scientist positions within the Center for Childhood Deafness, Language & Learning (CCDLL).  A call for three junior scientist positions will follow after that time.  Our vision is to grow the CCDLL into a program with tightly integrated research and clinical arms that work synergistically on issues of language learning and development .  Work that fits this focus could involve examination of differences between learners with varying diagnoses; determination of the influences of intervention as well as family, academic, and social environments on language outcomes; comparison of developmental processes that support language learning during infancy, childhood, adolescence, and young adulthood; and investigation of brain adaptability and neurologic pathways that support language learning and development.  We are assembling a faculty that can offer a unique perspective on such issues, one that is informed by a commitment to understanding and ameliorating the effects of childhood disabilities on language learning and development. The successful candidate will have a Ph.D. in Speech-Language Pathology, Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology or a related field and a record that demonstrates a highly productive and excellent research program.  Expertise in developmental language disorder, hearing impairment, or emotional/behavioral disorders is of particular interest, but not required. Scientists at Boys Town National Research Hospital are full-time researchers with no teaching or administrative responsibilities and reasonable service commitments.  Senior scientists aim for 50% salary support on external grants.  Via participation in the Center for Perception and Communication in Children (CPCC) funded by a Centers of Biomedical Research Excellence (COBRE) grant, junior scientists are provided with extensive mentoring and three years of full support to enable them to reach this goal.  All scientists will have access to new, state-of-the art laboratory facilities, generous start-up funds, and extensive supports for grant management, IT, participant recruitment, and clinical measurement. Scientists at Boys Town National Research Hospital have the advantage of working alongside an outstanding, internationally recognized group of colleagues.  In addition to clinicians and scientists in the CCDLL, collaborations are possible with faculty in the Centers for Neurobehavioral Research, Sensory Neuroscience Research, Audiological and Vestibular Services, and Hearing Research.  Our intellectual community also includes colleagues at the University of Nebraska-Omaha, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, the University of Nebraska Medical Center, Creighton University and the Creighton University School of Medicine.  Our participation in the Great Plains IDeA-Clinical & Translational Research Center provides training opportunities, partnerships, and resources for scientists who wish to translate science into better health outcomes. Omaha, Nebraska, a city located on the banks of the Missouri River, is frequently rated as one of the best places to live in the United States.  Advantages include a moderate cost of living, quality schools, an increasingly diverse and vibrant population, excellent restaurants, a strong artistic and cultural environment, low unemployment, and a strong economy. Interested applicants should contact Dr. Karla McGregor (karla.mcgregor@boystown.org) with their CV, a statement of research interests, and the names and contact information of three references.  We are currently considering applications and will continue until the positions are filled.  This advertisement describes the general nature of work to be performed and does not include an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, or abilities required. Boys Town is an equal employment opportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.  To request a disability-related accommodation in the application process, contact us at 1-877-639-6003.