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A postdoctoral position is available starting January 18, 2020 for conducting human neuroimaging research in alcoholism risk in the laboratory of David A. Kareken Ph.D. (Neurology, Indiana University School of Medicine).  Funding for the position is through Indiana University’s NIAAA T32 training grant, with the position needing to be filled on or before May 31, 2020 .   Research in the Kareken lab uses both fMRI and PET to measure dopamine transmission.  The work is aimed at understanding human reward circuit vulnerabilities to alcoholism, and the relationship between reward circuit function and laboratory-based alcohol self-administration.  Additional work in the laboratory includes novel connectivity-based analyses.  Postdoctoral training occurs in the context of Indiana University’s NIAAA-funded Alcohol Research Center, which comprises a broad array of collaborative interdisciplinary human and animal research broadly aimed at discovering the genetic determinants of alcohol use and the responses to alcohol intoxication. Applications should consist of: (1) a cover letter describing the applicant’s background, interests, and future goals; (2) a CV; and (3) letters of recommendation from the applicant’s advisor/faculty at his/her University.  Postdoctoral trainees are eligible for up to 3 years of NIH support.  Awards are for a 12-month period and are reviewed annually for reappointment.  A trainee must be a citizen or non-citizen national of the U.S., or must have been lawfully admitted for permanent residence.  Review of application materials will begin immediately.  Send application materials to: David A. Kareken, Ph.D., Director, Indiana University Alcohol Research Center, Department of Neurology (GH 4700), Indianapolis, IN 46202 ( dkareken@iu.edu ). Indianapolis is the 16 th largest city in the United States. Indianapolis is home to the world’s largest children’s museum, and has several professional sports teams and the iconic Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Indianapolis also is quickly becoming a cultural hub in the Midwest. Art, entertainment, food, craft beverages, special events and festivals are plentiful, as are trails, parks, and nature preserves.

The Senior Director for Applied Psychology reports directly to the Chief Scientific Officer and is responsible for providing leadership, direction, evaluation, and management for all activities related to the Office of Applied Psychology at the American Psychological Association. Required Qualifications: This position requires a doctorate in psychology and a minimum of five years of senior management experience in an area related to applied psychology. A broad knowledge of different areas of applied psychology is required in order to address the interests of a diverse group of stakeholders. Advanced management, research knowledge, and communication skills are necessary, as well as a strong ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders and cross-functional teams, and successfully navigate complex organizational politics. Experience with budget management and personnel supervision are also required. Microsoft Office: Advanced user, Email: Advanced user, Internet search tools and Research Databases, including PsycINFO: Advanced user. Responsibilities: Budget and staffing responsibility for multiple program areas. Designing and directing innovative efforts to educate key decision-makers, the general public, for profit and non-profit organizations, and APA members about the value of psychology in applied settings. This includes collaborating with senior communications and advocacy staff with regard to the association’s public education and advocacy efforts, as well as with other senior Science Directorate staff on APA’s overarching science agenda. Serve as a spokesperson for the association for a broad range of topics in applied psychology, responding to media inquiries and delivering keynote addresses and workshops for professional audiences. Actively initiating, developing, and maintaining a network of relationships and/or formal partnerships with leaders from other disciplines including industry and non-industry groups, and APA divisions that fosters collaboration and furthers APA’s applied psychology efforts. Serving as the primary point of contact for APA governance and advisory groups and internal cross-department workgroups related to applied psychology issues. Developing and maintaining expertise and support programs in the office of applied psychology to guide both internal and external processes regarding the improvement of organizational issues and change management. Making decisions regarding selection of contractors and vendors. Other Duties as Assigned: The incumbent may be assigned other duties, as directed by the Chief Scientific Officer. Location: The American Psychological Association, located at 750 First St NE, Washington D.C., was named a 2014 recipient of the Washington Post Top Workplace. It is metro accessible from the Red Line. Application Instructions: Qualified candidates must apply online through   APA’s applicant system   and attach a cover letter and resume specifying your salary expectations. Applications that are submitted without both documents are considered incomplete and will not be reviewed for consideration.   Once your application is submitted, you will receive a confirmation email.   Please make sure to check your Spam folder if you do not receive an email from us. The American Psychological Association is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected categories covered under local law.

Position details A 2-year postdoctoral research fellowship is available in the Culture and Emotion Lab and the Sleep & Psychosocial Adjustment Lab at Wesleyan University. The postdoctoral fellow will work with Dr. Patricia M. Rodriguez Mosquera and Dr. Royette Tavernier Dubar on topics related to emotion, stress, adolescent and emerging adulthood development, and sleep. Expertise in advanced statistical analyses (e.g., multi-level modeling) and/or mixed methods is highly desirable but not required. Fellows will teach one undergraduate seminar per year in an area of the fellow’s interest and mentor exceptional undergraduates involved in research. Wesleyan is a selective liberal arts institution with faculty engaged in well-funded and cutting-edge research. Wesleyan University is located in Middletown, CT and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, age, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, marital status, ancestry, present or past history of mental disorder, learning disability or physical disability, political belief, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or non-position-related criminal record. We welcome applications from women, and historically underrepresented minority groups. Minimum Qualifications - Ph.D. in psychology or a related field. - Experience in using  SPSS /Amos and/or MPlus. - The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong organizational, time management, oral/written/communication skills, and a commitment to diversity.   Instructions to Applicants The following documents are required (submitted electronically): (1) Cover letter (2) Current curriculum vitae (3) Statement of research interests (4) 1 or 2 sample publications (or manuscripts in preparation) (5) The e-mail addresses of 3 referees from whom we will obtain confidential letters of recommendation (please ensure that the submitted e-mail addresses are up-to-date and entered correctly). Interfolio users, see Additional Information. After you have submitted all the required documents, you will see a confirmation number. At that point, each of your three referees whose email address you have provided will receive an automatically generated email requesting that he or she submit a letter of reference for you. The successful applicant will be expected to begin the position on July 1, 2020. Additional information Applications will be considered on a rolling basis. Applications received by February 15, 2020 will be given full consideration. Note for Interfolio users: We gladly accept letters of recommendation from Interfolio. From your Interfolio account, please use the “web delivery” method to upload your letters directly to our online application.

About Western Illinois University: Western Illinois University, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, serves over 7,500 students at its traditional, residential four-year campus in Macomb, IL and its metropolitan branch campus in Moline, IL. Compliance to state and federal hiring standards is coordinated through WIU's Office of Equal Opportunity & Access. Western Illinois University is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity employer with a strong commitment to diversity. In that spirit, we are particularly interested in receiving applications from a broad spectrum of people, including, but not limited to, minorities, veterans, women and individuals with disabilities. WIU has a non-discrimination policy that includes discrimination based on an individual's membership in the following classes: sex, race, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, marital status, national origin, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and any other classes protected by state or federal law. APPOINTMENT: August 24, 2020 RESPONSIBILITIES: Full-time non-tenure-track faculty appointment.  Teach 2-4 courses per semester, depending on other primary duties assigned.  Supervise master’s-level students in the delivery of psychological services through the department’s Psychology Clinic and attend weekly clinic staffing and clinical faculty meetings. Carry a personal caseload in the department’s Psychology Clinic. RANK & SALARY: Instructor, 9 months. Competitive salary.  Negotiable, commensurate with experience. Western Illinois University offers a competitive benefits package including domestic partner benefits. For full benefit information visit: http://www.wiu.edu/vpas/human_resources/benefits/. Job Requirements REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:  Earned master’s or doctoral degree in Clinical/Counseling Psychology or related field by date of appointment.  Potential to teach undergraduate and graduate classes in psychology.  Qualifications to gain independent license as a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor or licensed psychologist in Illinois. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:  Ability to teach undergraduate courses in, for example, Introduction to Psychology, Child Psychology, forensically-related courses, and upper-division courses in Abnormal Psychology and Personality.  Ability to teach graduate courses in clinical psychology (e.g., Assessment, Group Psychotherapy, Career Counseling, Substance Abuse Counseling).  Interest and ability to design and teach courses online. For a degree to be considered, it must be conferred from a regionally accredited degree-granting institution of higher education (or equivalent from an international accrediting body). Application Instructions: APPLICATION: Complete applications include: 1) a letter of application 2) current curriculum vita or resume 3) the names, telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses of three current professional references 4) a separate statement regarding your commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion 5) Statements of clinical orientation and teaching philosophy 6) material indicating teaching effectiveness. Screening will begin on December 18, 2019. Western Illinois University endeavors to provide a safe environment for its employees and students and requires candidates to submit to a background investigation upon offer of employment. Employment is contingent upon compliance with University policies and procedures relating to the receipt and evaluation of information contained in the background investigation. Questions regarding the search may be directed to:  Dr. Kristy Keefe at K-Keefe@wiu.edu . Additional Information: THE DEPARTMENT: The Department of Psychology has 23 faculty, approximately 300 undergraduate majors, 500 minors, and 50 graduate students in Masters Programs (General Experimental and Clinical/Community Mental Health) and a Specialists program (School). The department includes a Psychology undergraduate major with two Options (Psychology, Forensic Psychology); as well as minors in Psychology, Forensic Psychology, Aging Studies, Neuroscience, and Mental Health. Additional information may be located at www.wiu.edu/psychology THE UNIVERSITY: Since 1902, Western Illinois University has provided outstanding educational opportunities to individuals in west central Illinois and well beyond our region and state. WIU's traditional residential campus in Macomb, Illinois, is the educational, cultural and athletic center of the region, while the WIU-Quad Cities non-residential branch campus in Moline, Illinois, is the only public university in the immediate Quad Cities region. More than 66 undergraduate degree programs, nearly 40 graduate programs and two doctoral programs prepare students for a successful career after graduation. Outside the classroom at Western, concerts, lectures, presentations, films, dance performances and more are performed each year, along with numerous major theatrical and dance productions and studio shows, as well as a variety of service-oriented projects and activities, all in a diverse and inclusive campus environment. The Multicultural Center is home to four cultural and resource centers: The Gwendolyn Brooks, Casa Latina, the Women's Center, and the LGBT*QA Resource Center. These cultural and resource centers promote WIU's goal of enhancing diversity, equity, and inclusion through educational programming and advocacy. The University's athletics program, based on the Macomb campus, sponsors 19 NCAA Division I intercollegiate men's and women's varsity sports. Football competes in the NCAA Division I Football Championship Subdivision through the Missouri Valley Football Conference; all other varsity sports compete at the Division I level through The Summit League. WIU-Macomb, IL (Student Population: 6,432): A traditional, residential four-year campus with  offering a comprehensive slate of undergraduate and graduate programs, including a doctorate in education, WIU-Macomb is located in the heart of west central Illinois in Macomb (population 20,000). Amtrak provides twice-daily service from Macomb to Chicago (and point in-between). Macomb is located approximately 75 miles from the Quad Cities International Airport (Moline, IL) and 70 miles from the Greater Peoria Regional Airport (Peoria, IL). WIU-Quad Cities (Student Population: 1,192): The only public university in the Quad Cities area, WIU-QC offers select undergraduate and graduate programs, including a doctorate in education and a doctorate in environmental studies, at its metropolitan, non-residential campus in Moline, IL.

Assistant/Associate Professor of Psychology King’s College, Wilkes-Barre, PA is seeking an Assistant/Associate Professor of Psychology, tenure-track, beginning in August 2020. The College seeks a new faculty member to teach a wide variety of undergraduate psychology courses while developing research opportunities suitable for the inclusion of undergraduate psychology majors. Applications are especially welcomed from those committed to teaching, who value liberal learning, and are prepared to teach Psychological Assessment, Research Methods, Industrial and/or Cognitive Psychology, as well as courses in areas of personal interest.  Requirements include a Ph.D. in Psychology and teaching experience teaching at the college level.  The successful candidate will need to support the Holy Cross Mission and Catholic identity of the College and its expectation of service to the institution and surrounding community.  Send one .pdf file containing a letter of application, CV, statement of teaching philosophy, statement of research interests, and undergraduate and graduate transcripts to hrjobs@kings.edu .  Three letters of recommendation must also be provided to receive full consideration.  Applications preferred by February 1, 2020.  Only complete applications will be reviewed. King’s College is a private, Catholic, teaching college of the liberal arts & sciences and pre-professional programs sponsored by the Congregation of Holy Cross.  The College serves over 2400 FT & PT undergraduate & graduate students.  A rigorous core curriculum provides the foundation for all majors.  The College is located near downtown Wilkes-Barre, on the edge of the Pocono Mountains.  King’s is committed to recruiting a diverse faculty and student body and welcomes applications from persons of traditionally under-represented groups.  EOE www.kings.edu