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Director, Dissemination and Training Division, National Center for PTSD, Menlo Park, CA U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs The National Center for Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, (NCPTSD) seeks a dynamic, academically-oriented leader for the position of Director, Dissemination and Training Division (D&T), Menlo Park, CA. We are seeking a senior doctoral-level individual with a strong background in clinical psychology, psychiatry, public health, and/or related field with a solid research and publication record in the area of mental health disparities within a multicultural context. A focus on PTSD or trauma is preferred, but applicants working on other mental health disorders are encouraged to apply. A demonstrated record of publication, national leadership, and research grant funding are essential. Experience with program or policy development is preferred and recognition within the scientific and academic community is required. The Director advances innovative programs and national collaborations in research, education, implementation science and technology, as well as promotes staff development and scientific productivity. Mentorship/teaching/training experience in the academic and/or clinical applied fields are desirable. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential, including sensitivity to issues related to the stigma of mental illness and minority mental health. Full salary and benefits package are competitive and commensurate with experience (GS-15). Credentials should be commensurate with faculty appointment at the associate or full professor level at the University of Stanford. NCPTSD is a congressionally mandated center of excellence within the Department of Veterans Affairs responsible for providing research, education, and training in the science, prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and stress-related disorders. NCPTSD is a collaborative consortium of seven divisions located in VA Medical Centers throughout the country that advances scientific understanding of PTSD and provides scientific input to policy-makers and program managers throughout the Veterans Health Administration. NCPTSD is on the Office of Mental Health and Suicide Prevention’s. The Division is located at the Veteran’s Affairs Health Care System (VAPAHCS), Menlo Park Division, CA, which is a teaching hospital, providing a full range of patient care services with state-of-the-art technology as well as education and research. Comprehensive health care is provided in areas of medicine, surgery, psychiatry, rehabilitation, neurology, oncology, dentistry, geriatrics, and extended care. VAPAHCS is home to a variety of regional treatment centers, including a Polytrauma Rehabilitation Center , Spinal Cord Injury Center , a Comprehensive Rehabilitation Center, a Traumatic Brain Injury Center, the Western Blind Rehabilitation Center , a Geriatric Research, Education and Clinical Center , a Homeless Veterans Rehabilitation Program , and the National Center for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder . VAPAHCS maintains one of the top three research programs in the VA. An affiliation with the Stanford University School of Medicine provides a rich academic environment including medical training for physicians in virtually all specialties and subspecialties.  Please send curriculum vitae and a cover letter to Jessica Hamblen, PhD at Jessica.Hamblen@va.gov . Three references may be requested later. For questions, please contact Dr. Hamblen at the above email address. Applications will be reviewed as received and will be accepted until the position is filled. The Department of Veteran Affairs is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are recruiting a motived and talented individual for a postdoctoral position available in the Bonding and Attunement in Neuropsychiatric Disorders (BAND) Lab. Our work incorporated various behavioral, physiological, technological, and psychopharmacological techniques to better understand the mechanisms of social connection in healthy individuals and social deficits in patient populations such as post-traumatic stress disorder, alcohol use disorder, and schizophrenia. Furthermore, our work also involves developing and testing novel treatments for those social deficits. More information about the work in the lab can be found here:  http://woolleylab.ucsf.edu/  The successful candidate may conduct behavioral and physiological research involving human individual, dyadic, and group cohesion, psychobiological synchrony, and socially relevant pharmacological interventions in these clinical populations. Specifically, the candidate will contribute heavily to the design and execution of several research protocols; review and monitor behavioral assessments, psychophysiological data acquisition and analysis; and preparation of manuscripts for publication. The successful candidate must demonstrate independence and responsibility and show a serious drive for research. Minimum Requirements: Ph.D required in the field of psychology, neuroscience, or a related field Strong expertise in quantitative statistical analysis Evidence of research productivity Experience with psycho- or neurophysiological recording, behavioral experimentation, analysis tools and technical hardware/software experinece Ability to work under minimal supervision Ability to train research assistants Desirable Qualifications: Programming experience with Python, Matlab, etc. and statistical software programs (e.g. R, SPSS) Previous research experience To Apply : Please send your CV, cover letter, and contact information for two references to  bandlab@ucsf.edu

Assistant Professor in Social Psychology. The Department of Psychology at California State University, San Bernardino invites applications for a tenure-track position at the assistant professor level in social psychology. Applications from candidates in any area of social psychology are welcome, including, but not limited to, social health, social evolutinary, social cognition, or social personality. The start date for the position is September 11, 2019.   We seek candidates with proven teaching ability who could offer courses in Social Psychology, Personality Psychology, and Research Methods at both the undergraduate and graduate level, along with such undergraduate courses as Advanced Seminar in Social Psychology, Experimental Social Psychology, and Health Psychology. In addition, the successful candidate would have the opportunity to propose courses not currently offered. Candidates must exhibit research potential as evidenced by engaging in publishable research in their area of expertise, and possess the capability to attract and mentor students in their research area. Potential for securing external funding is also a consideration. A Ph.D. in social psychology is expected at the time of appointment. To apply, please visit our website at: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/csusb/jobs/2303498/   Please submit a vita and a letter of application that includes a statement on teaching philosophy, as well as your research accomplishments and goals. Also include a Diversity Statement detailing how your teaching and/or service and/or scholarship would support the success of students from racial, ethnic, and gender backgrounds that are underrepresented in your academic field (maximum 250 words). Also submit the names, telephone numbers, and email addresses of your referees. Please provide copies of all postsecondary degree transcripts. These can be unofficial, but official copies will be required prior to appointment. Have three letters of recommendation sent on your behalf to facultyrecruitment@csusb.edu . Formal review of applications will begin January 30, 2019 and continue until the position is filled. The newly hired faculty member would join a well-established and highly regarded psychology department with 37 full-time faculty and over 20 adjunct faculty. Information regarding CSUSB’s Department of Psychology can be found at: http://psychology.csusb.edu/ . Inquiries regarding this position may be sent to Dr. Robert Ricco at rricco@csusb.edu . California State University San Bernardino (CSUSB) is designated as a Hispanic Serving Institution and is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive academic community and building a culturally diverse faculty. Qualified applicants with experience in ethnically diverse settings and/or who demonstrate a commitment to serving a diverse student population are strongly encouraged to apply. We are particularly interested in receiving applications from women and members of historically underrepresented groups.  CSUSB is located in San Bernardino in the Inland Empire, 60 miles east from Los Angeles. The University offers programs through the colleges of Arts and Letters, Business and Public Administration, Education, Natural Sciences, Social and Behavioral Sciences and operates a satellite campus in Palm Desert located in Coachella Valley. CSUSB serves approximately 20,700 students and offers 47 undergraduate, 35 graduate and one doctoral degree as well as 13 programs with national accreditation. Information regarding CSUSB’s Department of Psychology can be found at: http://psychology.csusb.edu/. Inquiries regarding this position may be sent to Dr. Robert Ricco at rricco@csusb.edu. Salary is commensurate with experience. California State University, San Bernardino (CSUSB) is located in San Bernardino in the Inland Empire, 60 miles east of Los Angeles.  CSUSB offers programs through the colleges of Arts and Letters, Business and Public Administration, Education, Natural Sciences, Social and Behavioral Sciences and operates a satellite campus in Palm Desert located in Coachella Valley. CSUSB serves approximately 20,700 students and offers 47 undergraduate, 35 graduate and one doctoral degree as well as 13 programs with national accreditation. CSUSB is designated as a Hispanic Serving Institution and is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive academic community and building a culturally diverse faculty. Qualified applicants with experience in ethnically diverse settings and/or who demonstrate a commitment to serving a diverse student population are strongly encouraged to apply.  We are particularly interested in receiving applications from women and members of historically underrepresented groups. The newly hired faculty member would join a well-established and highly regarded psychology department with over 35 full-time faculty.