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PsycCareers.com CAREER OPPORTUNITIES search is highly valued. The faculties are teaching scholars who balance a commitment to quality teaching with active programs of research, primarily in applied areas of psychology. A full-time teaching load is seven courses over three quarters with one course reduction for research. Qualifications include: Excellent teaching record and potential for publication. Clinical experience working in community based mental health, or similar, agencies. At the time of appointment, the successful candidate will hold a Ph.D. or Psy.D. in community psychology or clinical or counseling psychology with a specialty in community psychology. It is preferable that the candidate be licensed or license-eligible in the State of California. Rank and salary: assistant professor, salary and benefits competitive, a housing assistance program is available. Starting date: September 1, 2012. Application deadline: October 15, 2011. Faculty responsibilities include but are not limited to: developing and teaching courses in the area of specialization as well as other areas of the curriculum as needed, advising and mentoring students, publishing quality scholarship in peer-reviewed venues, and serving the program, and the university in such capacities as needed, consistent with rank and years of service at SCU. Interested applicants should send a complete dossier, including a letter of application that includes statements of teaching philosophy (including an understanding of the mission of Santa Clara University and the Department of Counseling Psychology), research agenda, academic experience and interest in working with culturally diverse groups, curriculum vitae including relevant teaching experience, transcript of graduate school education, sample publications, three letters of reference (independently submitted), and evidence of teaching excellence (including sample syllabi and student evaluations of your teaching). Hard copy only applications (postmarked before October 15, 2011) to: Jeffrey P. Baerwald, S.J., Ph.D., Chair, Counseling Psychology Department, Santa Clara University, 500 El Camino Real, Santa Clara, CA 950530-0310. For more information about the Department of Counseling Psychology visit scu.edu/cp. For more information about Santa Clara University visit scu.edu. More information about SCU’s hiring practices can be found at scu.edu/hr. ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF DEVELOPMENTAL The University of California, Merced, is inviting applications for a position at the assistant professor (tenure-track) level in developmental psychology. Research focus within this area is open. This is a unique opportunity to join a growing faculty in psychology at a new University of California campus, and to contribute to long-term program building. Psychology is housed within 96 PSYCHOLOGY: the college, a new purpose-designed building with generous lab space, and faculty members enjoy a highly collaborative research environment. We seek outstanding scholars who will establish and eventually fund creative research programs, contribute to the building of a specialization in developmental psychology, and participate in the development of innovative interdisciplinary programs and research. 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Cameron regarding health/ behavioral medicine at: lcameron@ ucmerced.edu; or Professor Jeff Gilger regarding Developmental Psychology at: jgilger@ucmerced. edu. Applications are due by December 5, 2011, and must be made using the following web site, where detailed instructions can also be found for position: http://jobs. ucmerced.edu/n/academic/position. jsf?positionId=3457. UC Merced is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. ASSOCIATE OR FULL PROFESSOR OF PSYCHOLOGY: The University of California, Merced, is inviting applications for a position at the associate or full professor level in health psychology/behavioral medicine or developmental psychology. Research focus within either area is open. This is a unique opportunity to join a growing faculty in psychology at a new University of California campus, and to contribute to long-term program building. Psychology is housed within a new purpose-designed building with generous lab space, and faculty members enjoy a highly collaborative research environment. We seek outstanding scholars who will conduct innovative research, lead the growth of developmental or health psychology/behavioral medicine (together with junior and senior faculty members already here), participate actively in the development of innovative interdisciplinary programs, and teach effectively at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Candidates will have collaborative opportunities in the development of a public health program, medical school, developmental and quantitative departmental programs, and a cognitive science program on campus. Desired characteristics: a doctorate in health psychology/behavioral medicine or developmental psychology (or closely related fields); a strong record of publication, leadership, and external grant funding; interests in program-building; and a commitment to excellence in teaching. Selected applicants in the developmental area may be considered for an endowed chair with a focus on basic or applied research HEALTH PSYCHOLOGY/BEHAVIORAL MEDICINE: The University of California, Merced, is inviting applications for a position at the assistant professor (tenure-track) level in health psychology/behavioral medicine. Research focus within this area is open. This is a unique opportunity to join a growing faculty in psychology at a new university of California campus, and to contribute to long-term program building. Psychology is housed within a purpose-designed building with generous lab space, and faculty members enjoy a highly collaborative research environment. We seek outstanding scholars who will establish and eventually fund creative research programs, contribute to the building of a specialization in health psychology/ behavioral medicine, participate in the development of innovative interdisciplinary programs and research including the development of a public health program and medical school, and teach effectively at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. The successful candidate will have a doctorate in health psychology/behavioral medicine or a closely related field; a strong record of publication and potential for external grant funding; interest in program building; and a commitment to excellence in teaching. Postdoctoral experience is highly desirable. For more information, see http://psychology.ucmerced.edu and/or contact: Professor Linda Cameron, Search Committee Chair (lcameron@ucmerced.edu). Applications are due by December 5, 2011, and must be made via: http:// jobs.ucmerced.edu/n/academic/ position.jsf?positionId=3458. UC Merced is an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity Employer. HOLY NAMES UNIVERSITY ASSISTANT CHOLOGY: 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 COUNSELING/CLINICAL PROFESSOR PSYOF ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF 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. Applications will be reviewed until the position 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 tion in child development/childhood studies. Minimum qualifications include: Ph.D. or M.D. by September 2012 and a record of scholarly productivity. Full-time position commences September 1, 2012. Review of applications begins Nov. 1, 2011. Visit http://www20.csueast bay.edu/oaa/jobs/csuebtt.html more information. Demonstrated ability to teach, advise and mentor students from diverse educational and cultural backgrounds is required. Salary dependent on educational preparation and experience. Applicants representing all types of diversity are encouraged to apply. Travel and lodging for interview paid. Submit letter of application, complete and current curriculum vitae, graduate transcripts, copies of major publications and three letters of recommendation to: Dr. Steven Borish, Search Committee Chair, Department of Human Development & Women’s Studies, California State University East Bay, 25800 Carlos Bee Blvd., Hayward, CA 94542; phone (510) 8853076; fax (510) 885-3071, e-mail steven.borish@csueastbay.edu. An Equal Opportunity Employer. PSY.D. PROGRAM CHAIR: The College of Graduate and Professional Studies at John F. Kennedy University (JFKU) invites applications for a Program Chair in its APA-accredited doctoral program (Psy.D.) in clinical psychology. The program chair also is a core faculty member in the program, and reports directly to the Dean of the College of Graduate and Professional Studies. Refer to: http://www.jfku.edu/ About-Us/Employment-at-JFKU/ Job-Opportunities/Program-Chair-PsyDProgram.html for additional details. 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Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Monitor on Psychology - October 2011

Monitor on Psychology - October 2011
President’s Column
Subtle and stunning slights
Contents
From the CEO
Live science on the showroom floor
Zimbardo re-examines his landmark study
Ready, set, mentor
Attention students and ECPs: Self-care is an ‘ethical imperative’
Suicide risk is high among war veterans in college, study finds
Psychotherapy is effective and here’s why
From toilet to tap: getting people to drink recycled water
What’s ahead for psychology practice?
A push for more accountability is changing the accreditation process
Peer, parental support prove key to fighting childhood obesity
Popular media’s message to girls
Bullying may contribute to lower test scores
A consequence of cuckoldry: More (and better) sex?
Manatees’ exquisite sense of touch may lead them into dangerous waters
Building a better tomato
How will China’s only children care for their aging parents?
‘Spice’ and ‘K2’: New drugs of abuse now on the market
Many suspects don’t understand their right to remain silent
In Brief
Boosting minority achievement
Where’s the progress?
And social justice for all
Helping new Americans find their way
Segregation’s ongoing legacy
A new way to combat prejudice
Retraining the biased brain
Suppressing the ‘white bears’
How to eat better — mindlessly
Protect your aging brain
Must babies always breed marital discontent?
Outing addiction
Flourish 2051
The danger of stimulants
Keys to making integrated care work
Is technology ruining our kids?
Facebook: Friend or foe?
The promise of Web 3.0
NIMH invests in IT enhanced interventions
Science Directions
Science Directions
PsycAdvocates work to safeguard key programs
The psychology of spending cuts
APA’s strategic plan goes live
Visionary leaders
Bravo!
Vote on bylaws amendments

Monitor on Psychology - October 2011