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Career OPPORTUNITIES area of expertise. Candidates should have outstanding teaching skills, be enthusiastic about preparing a diverse student population for careers in biopsychology, and have a systematic program of research. Laboratory space is available and faculty development funds for research are awarded on a competitive basis. The potential for outside funding is desired. Teaching assignments will be at our main campus and our satellite campus in Contra Costa County. For additional information, visit our department’s website (http://www. sci.csueastbay.edu/psychology). Re view of applications will begin Oc tober 1, 2011. Send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, graduate transcripts, copies of major publications or preprints, and three letters of recommendation to: Biopsychology Search Committee, Position No. 11-12 PSYC-BIOPSYCHOLOGY-TT, Department of Psychology, California State University, East Bay, 25800 Carlos Bee Blvd., Hayward, CA 94542. CSUEB, situated in the hills overlooking San Francisco Bay, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. TWO FACULTY POSITIONS— THE ROSEMEAD SCHOOL OF PSYCHOLOGY AT BIOLA UNIVERSITY (LOS ANGELES VICINITY): seeks two full-time tenuretrack faculty members at the assistant or associate professor levels for fall 2012. We seek faculty members with developing expertise in one or more of the following areas: clinical neuropsychology, assessment and intervention in trauma disorders, psychodynamic psychotherapy, and health/primary care psychology. Rosemead has 24 core faculty, includes a large undergraduate major in psychology, and offers the Ph.D. and Psy.D. degree in clinical psychology—both programs are APA-accredited. The faculty openings are in the doctoral programs, but some teaching in the undergraduate program may be required. These positions require: a doctorate in psychology from an APAaccredited program. The positions are in clinical psychology, although qualified counseling psychology doctorates will be considered. Faculty members will be expected to maintain a program of scholarship and to mentor doctoral students in research and clinical work. Clinical faculty members are expected to be licensed psychologists or license-eligible in California. Experience/interest in consulting or teaching in international locations is valued. In a continuing effort to enrich our academic environment, we actively encourage applications from candidates who represent minority groups underrepresented in higher education (including, but not limited to ethnic minorities and persons with disabilities). Candidates should be able to demonstrate their ability to work effectively with diverse populations and integrate multicultural content and issues into their teaching. As a private Christian University, Biola seeks faculty with a compatible commitment and evidence of interest in relating psychological theory, research, and practice to the evangelical Christian faith. Applicants should send curriculum vitae, evidence of teaching/ clinical experience, and a one-page statement of interest in the relationship of psychology and theology to: Clark Campbell, Ph.D., ABPP, Dean, Rosemead School of Psychology, Biola University, 13800 Biola Ave., La Mirada, CA 90639. Biola does not discriminate on the basis of race, national or ethnic origin, age, gender, or physical handicap. WESTMONT COLLEGE PSYCHOLOGY DEPARTMENT: Assistant professor, tenure-track faculty position in social, developmental, or social–developmental psychology with start date of August 2012. Ph.D. required. Seeking a competent, dedicated teacher who is a productive scholar. Teaching responsibilities are: three courses per semester. Strength in any area of social, developmental, or related field acceptable; candidates with specialization in cultural, and ethnic studies and related areas are particularly encouraged to apply. Develop own scholarship; supervise student research and conduct research that involves students collaboratively. Laboratory space and support available. Westmont College is a nationally ranked Christian Liberal Arts College in the Protestant evangelical tradition whose faculty are expected to wholeheartedly embrace the mission of the college and to demonstrate excellence in teaching, a commitment to mentoring undergraduate students, and active scholarly participation. Re view of applications will begin on October 15, 2011. Send cover letter describing research experience and interests and teaching experience and interests, curriculum vitae, three letters of recommendation to: psychology@westmont.edu. Extended job description at http://www. westmont.edu /_offices /provost / OpenPositions.html. Westmont is an Equal Opportunity Employer, seeking to be diverse in people and programs consistent with its mission. It has a strong commitment to build a culturally and academically diverse faculty of the highest caliber. DECISION NEUROSCIENCE— OPEN LEVEL (ASSISTANT, ASSOCIATE, OR FULL): Claremont McKenna College Department of Psychology invites applications for an open-level position in any area of neuroscience (cognitive, social, affective, developmental, clinical) with a focus on human decision making. This position offers an endowed chair for associate/full levels or for assistant-level hires when tenure is achieved. The ideal candidate will teach core undergraduate courses (e.g., psychological statistics) as well as elective courses in specialty areas (e.g., neuroeconomics). Professors at CMC are expected to teach four courses a year (two per semester) and to engage undergraduates in meaningful research. They can advise graduate students in the psychology and economics doctoral programs at Claremont Graduate University. Our faculty collaborate with neuroscience faculty at L.A. area universities and other Claremont Colleges. To apply, visit https://webapps.cmc.edu/jobs/ faculty/faculty_opening.php. HOLY NAMES UNIVERSITY— ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF COUNSELING/CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY: Holy Names University in Oakland, California, seeks applicants for a full-time appointment in psychology at the rank of assistant professor, pending budgetary approval. This tenure-track position will include: teaching and advising in an undergraduate psychology and a graduate counseling psychology program. Applicants should have a doctoral degree in counseling or clinical psychology and should be able to teach a range of courses that could include counseling theories, psychopathology, research methods, and substance abuse treatment. Expertise in community mental health or forensic psychology is highly desirable. Our review of applications will begin October 22, 2011. Applica tions will be reviewed until the po sition is filled. Send an application letter outlining educational, teaching, and professional experience, a curriculum vitae, and three letters of recommendation to: Martin D. Lampert, Ph.D., Chair, Social Sciences Division, Holy Names University, 3500 Mountain Blvd., Oakland, CA 94619. ASSISTANT PROFESSOR QUANTITATIVE METHODS IN HUMAN DEVELOPMENT: The Department of Human and Community Development at the University of California, Davis, invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the assistant professor level with expertise in quantitative methods and a substantive research agenda studying children and/or youth development. Applicants should have expertise and interest in applied research PsycCareers.com www.sandiego.edu Founding Department Chair, Associate/Full Professor Department: School of Leadership and Education Sciences (SOLES) The School of Leadership and Education Sciences (SOLES) at the University of San Diego (USD) is seeking an accomplished scholar with administrative, teaching, and clinical experience to establish a new department with three existing master’s level programs: a COAMFTE-accredited Marital and Family Therapy program, a CACREPaccredited School Counseling program, and a Clinical Mental Health Counseling program (seeking CACREP accreditation). The founding Department Chair will report to the Dean of SOLES and manage the department’s fiscal and human resources to foster excellence in education, service, and research. The successful candidate will have a well-developed research program and a clear vision of academic leadership. Qualifications: An earned PhD or EdD in one of the following areas: Counselor Education (CACREPaccredited program), Marriage and Family Therapy (COAMFTE-accredited program), or Counseling or Clinical Psychology (APA-accredited program). Licensed or license eligible in the State of California (MFT, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC), or Psychologist). Achievements commensurate with appointment at the tenured Associate or Full Professor rank, including a substantive publication record, teaching experience at the graduate level, and service to the profession. Experience with graduate program accreditation. Management experience in an academic setting with demonstrated leadership skills in support of a climate of collaboration Demonstrated commitment to social justice, equity, and diversity reflected in teaching, scholarship and service activities. All application materials must be submitted electronically. To apply applicants should go to http://apptrkr.com/192535 and reference job IRC3769. Click apply now and upload the following: letter addressing the general qualifications listed above; three letters of recommendation with contact information included, curriculum vitae, sample teaching evaluations, two recent publication/writing samples, and a statement regarding candidates administrative/leadership philosophy. The deadline for applications is October 1, 2011. USD is an Equal Opportunity Employer 104 MONITOR ON PSYCHOLOGY • SEPTEMBER 2011 http://www.sci.csueastbay.edu/psychology http://www.sci.csueastbay.edu/psychology https://webapps.cmc.edu/jobs/faculty/faculty_opening.php https://webapps.cmc.edu/jobs/faculty/faculty_opening.php http://www.sandiego.edu http://www.PsycCareers.com http://www.sandiego.edu http://www.apptrkr.com/192535 http://www.westmont.edu/_offices/provost/OpenPositions.html http://www.westmont.edu/_offices/provost/OpenPositions.html http://www.westmont.edu/_offices/provost/OpenPositions.html

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Monitor on Psychology - September 2011

Monitor on Psychology - September 2011
Letters
President’s Column
Contents
From the CEO
Supreme Court hears psychologists on prison and video game cases
Antipsychotics are overprescribed in nursing homes
New MCAT likely to recognize the mind-body connection
A $2 million boost for military and families
In Brief
GOVERNMENT RELATIONS UPDATE
On Your Behalf
Judicial Notebook
Random Sample
TIME CAPSULE
QUESTIONNAIRE
Speaking of Education
SCIENCE WATCH
An uncertain future for American workers
Advocating for psychotherapy
PRACTICE PROFILE
ETHICALLY SPEAKING
Seared in our memories
Helping kids cope in an uncertain world
APA and Nickelodeon team up
Muslims in America, post 9/11
Bin Laden’s death
‘They expect us to be there’
Answering the call of public policy
Candidates answer final questions
APA News
Division Spotlight
New leaders
AMERICAN PSYCHOLOGICAL FOUNDATION
Disaster relief training
Honoring teaching excellence
Personalities

Monitor on Psychology - September 2011