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Career OPPORTUNITIES CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY FACULTY MEMBER: California Lutheran University’s Psy.D. program in clinical psychology invites applications for two full-time tenure-track (pending approval) faculty members at the associate professor or full professor rank to begin August 2012. Qualifications: applicants must have a doctoral degree from an APA-accredited program and APA internship and be eligible for licensure in California. Applicants at either the junior or senior level are welcome to apply. We seek dynamic individuals who can provide a leadership role in shaping the Psy.D. program with experience in teaching research, assessment, clinical, and/or applied classes. Qualified applicants will develop or have established research programs in their areas of expertise, be committed to helping students develop their dissertation research, will demonstrate the ability to foster the development of clinical skills in students as they progress through the program, and be highly effective educators in and out of the classroom. Review of applicants will begin in October. Open until filled. Applicants should send a) curriculum vitae, b) letter reflecting teaching philosophy and scholarly interests, and c) names and contact information of three professional references in electronic form to: Lena Stoops at lstoops@callutheran.edu in the Office of Associate Provost, California Lutheran University, 60 W. Olsen Road, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360. UNIVERSITY OF LA VERNE PSYCHOLOGY POSITIONS: The University of La Verne’s Department of Psychology invites applications for two full-time, 10-month, tenuretrack faculty positions. Both positions will begin with the 2012/2013 academic year. 1) #3115– associate/ full professor of psychology and program chair, master’s counsel­ ing programs: Candidates with any areas of clinical or counseling expertise will be considered. 2) #3116– assistant professor, clinical psy­ chology: Candidates of any areas of clinical expertise will be considered. The responsibilities include: overall management and implementation of the academic and administrative aspects of the counseling programs on a year-round basis; work closely with the department chair on most aspects of the programs; teach four courses a year (equivalent of two-thirds of a normal annual load of no less than 18 semester hours) all within the master’s programs; provide leadership in possible development of a clinical or counseling psychology program. Applicants are also expected to maintain an independent research program and advise and mentor master’s students. Position #3115 qualifications include: a Ph.D. in clinical or counseling psychology from an APA-accredited doctoral program; completion of an APA-accredited internship; licensure as a MFT, counseling, or clinical psychologist, 106 or be immediately license-eligible in CA; have a record of excellence in teaching, program administration, interpersonal management skills, and scholarly/professional research and development. The ideal candidate will be knowledgeable about family systems and recovery models; infuse multicultural issues within the curriculum; possess relevant experience within a liberal arts institution; possess teaching and clinical training experience with multicultural and diverse populations; and have excellent organizational skills. #3116–Assistant professor, clinical psychology responsibilities include: teaching six courses a year (equivalent to no less than 18 semester hours) of which at least 50 percent will be in the APA-accredited clinical psychology program. Applicants are also expected to maintain an independent research program and to advise and mentor undergraduate and graduate students. Position #3116 qualifications include: a Ph.D. in clinical psychology from an APA-accredited doctoral program; completion of an APA-accredited internship; licensure in California or the ability to be licensed within 3 years of initial employment; record of excellence or potential in teaching; a demonstrated history of scholarly research and the potential to continue such work; and a commitment to quality teaching and scholarship in a comprehensive liberal arts university with a commitment to multiculturalism and a very diverse student body. The hiring range for both positions is dependent upon qualifications and departmental equity. Benefits of employment include: a comprehensive health and welfare plan, tuition remission program for employee, spouse, and dependent children, and a generous 10% contribution to the university’s 403-B retirement plan. Review of applicants for both positions will begin November 1, 2011, and will continue until position is filled. To apply, send a cover letter of interest describing your teaching philosophy and research experience, curriculum vitae, representative publications, evidence of teaching effectiveness (including several recent course evaluations and course syllabi), and letters from three professional references in Word or PDF format to: jobs@laverne.edu, or mail to: Human Resources, University of La Verne, 1950 Third Street, La Verne CA 91750. Reference positions #3115 or #3116. The psychology department includes an APA-accredited clinical psychology Psy.D. program, a M.S. in marriage and family therapy program, and an undergraduate psychology program. #3115–Associate/full professor of psychology and program chair of the master’s counseling programs. The master’s counseling programs in the Psychology Department at the University of La Verne have a 35-year history, strong network of alumni, and are well known and regarded in the Southern California area. Cur- rently, there are over 100 active students from very diverse populations, mostly completing a degree in marriage and family therapy (MFT). The program is also teaching out a degree in college counseling and student services. The university of La Verne is a comprehensive private university founded in 1891 and located in the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains about 35 miles east of Los Angeles. The University is designated as a Hispanic Serving Institution. The Psychology Department, with a current faculty of 12, is committed to teaching and scholarly excellence, values the community psychology perspective, fosters a collegial learning community for students and faculty, and actively strives to incorporate cultural diversity and multiculturalism into their work. Members from under-represented groups are encouraged to apply. Learn more about the university at: http://laverne.edu/. ASSISTANT PROFESSOR COGNITIVE PSYCHOLOGY—STANFORD UNIVERSITY: Stanford University Psychology Department invites applications for a tenure-track appointment at the assistant professor level in cognitive psychology, to begin in the academic year 2012– 2013. All areas of cognitive psychology will be considered. The appointee will be expected to teach courses at both the graduate and undergraduate levels. The deadline for ap­ plications is October 31, 2011. All applicants should provide a curriculum vitae (including bibliography), a brief statement of research interests, a teaching statement, copies of at most three scholarly papers, and three letters of reference. Apply through AcademicJobsOnline.org. Stanford University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty. It welcomes nominations of, and applications from, women and members of minority groups, as well as others who would bring additional dimensions to the university’s research and teaching missions. ASSISTANT PROFESSOR, DEVELOPMENTAL PSYCHOLOGY— STANFORD UNIVERSITY: Stanford University Psychology Department invites applications for a tenure track appointment at the assistant professor level to begin in the academic year 2012–2013. This appointment will be in developmental psychology, including, but not limited to, cognitive development, personality and social development, and developmental neuroscience. Applicants will be expected to teach courses at both the graduate and undergraduate levels. The deadline for applications is Octo­ ber 31, 2011. All applicants should provide curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching experience and interests, a statement of research interests, copies of their most representative scholarly papers, and three letters of reference. Apply through AcademicJobsOnline.org. Stanford University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty. It welcomes nominations of, and applications from, women and members of minority groups, as well as others who would bring additional dimensions to the university’s research and teaching missions. Stanford University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty. It welcomes nominations of, and applications from, women and members of minority groups, as well as others who would bring additional dimensions to the university’s research and teaching missions. ASSISTANT PROFESSOR—PSYCHOLOGY AND CHILD DEVELOPMENT HEALTH PSYCHOLOGY: The Department of Psychology and Child Development within the College of Liberal Arts at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, seeks applicants for one full-time, academic-year, tenure-track, assistant professor position in health psychology beginning September 10, 2012. The position is based in our undergraduate psychology program, which includes concentrations in applied social psychology, counseling and family psychology, and developmental psychology as well as a psychology minor. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Applicants must have a Ph.D. in psychology by the time of appointment and a strong commitment to teaching excellence, and provide evidence of professional activity which keeps them abreast of knowledge and developments within their discipline. The position includes: offering courses in health psychology, psychology of stress, and biopsychology; additional courses may include behavioral effects of psychoactive drugs, psychology of aging, and human sexuality. A strong interest in core courses such as introductory psychology and research methods is preferred. Ideal candidates will possess a commitment to broadening the scope of psychology to include traditionally underrepresented groups (as demonstrated through one’s research or course content). Open until filled. Review begin date: November 1, 2011 (applications received after that may be considered). Although Cal Poly is primarily a teaching university, faculty are expected to balance teaching excellence with a reasonable research program, supervision of students, student advising, and participation in program administration. To apply, complete a required online faculty application at www.calpolyjobs.org, and submit it to Requisition #102378. Attach a cover letter and curriculum vitae to the online application. See online posting for instructions for mailing required supplemental materials: three current letters of recommendation, samples of scholarly PsycCareers.com MONITOR ON PSYCHOLOGY • SEPTEMBER 2011 http://www.AcademicJobsOnline.org http://www.laverne.edu/ http://www.PsycCareers.com http://www.AcademicJobsOnline.org http://www.calpolyjobs.org

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

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