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Must hold a full, current, and unrestricted license to practice psychology at the doctoral level in a state, territory, commonwealth of the United States (e.g., Puerto Rico), or the District of Columbia. EDIT MANUSCRIPTS OF NON US PSYCHOLOGISTS: Ph.D. psychologists with research-publication experience needed to edit and comment on manuscripts written by non U.S. psychologists to facilitate publication in U.S. journals. Ideal part-time for current, or retired Cognitive, Physiological, Developmental and other faculty. Interested candidates should e-mail Ratnin Deawaraja at ratnin@mac.com. DOCTORAL FACULTY AND PROGRAM DIRECTOR FOR THE NEUROPSYCHOLOGY CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS (SCHOOL OF PSYCHOLOGY) AT FIELDING GRADUATE UNIVERSITY: Fulltime position includes being a faculty advisor to Ph.D. students, supervising doctoral dissertations, reading comprehensive examinations, teaching courses online, and teaching seminars in periodic residential sessions. We are seeking seasoned scholars with expertise in neuropsychology who have university teaching experience, have supervised doctoral dissertations, and that are also licensed and have some business skills. Geographical location can be anywhere in the U.S. To apply, put the words “NeuroPsych Director” in the subject line of your email when you send a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and references to: hr@fielding.edu. DOCTORAL-LEVEL PSYCHOLOGISTS: Deer Oaks is a leading provider of geropsychology services and has openings in the following states: South Dakota, Iowa, Vermont, Texas, Arkansas, and Missouri. Fulltime or part-time doctoral-level psychologists are needed to provide therapy and assessment services to senior adults in nursing homes and assisted living communities in their local areas. Salaries commensurate with experience and excellent benefits. Send resume and letter of interest to: Jennifer Wilson, Employee Recruiting, at hr1@deeroaks.com or fax to (210) 569-8107; or mail 7272 Wurzbach Rd., Suite 601, San Antonio, TX 78240. For more details call (210) 378-1926. Visit our website, www.deeroaks.com, for more information. and the research skills to supervise master’s theses. AUM’s student body is diverse, roughly 60% white students and 35% black students. We especially welcome applicants who will enrich the diversity of the department. We will begin reviewing applications in January 2012 and will continue until the positions are filled. Complete an online application at www.jobs.aum.edu and also send an application letter detailing your teaching experience and research plans, curriculum vitae, sample publications, three letters of reference, and a copy of your graduate transcript to: Dr. Glen E. Ray, Department of Psychology, Auburn University Montgomery, P.O. Box 244023, Montgomery, AL 36124-4023. AUM is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to achieving excellence through diversity; therefore, we encourage applications from historically underrepresented groups. POSTDOCTORAL FELLOWSHIP IN CLINICAL NEUROPSYCHOLOGY: The Department of Neurology at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) is offering a two-year Fellowship in clinical neuropsychology to begin September 1, 2012. The Department of Neurology is closely associated with the Alzheimer’s Disease Center and the Epilepsy Center at UAB. Fellows will specialize in adult neuropsychology with subspecializations in geriatric neuropsychology (supervision by Dr. Marson and Dr. Triebel), and epilepsy (supervision by Dr. Martin). The patient population includes both older and younger adults with a wide range of neurological disorders including neurodegenerative disease, movement disorders, epilepsy, MS, head trauma, and stroke. Duties include: neuropsychological assessment, research on capacity loss and functional impairment in neurocognitive disorders, neuroimaging research, and clinical supervision of trainees. Stipend will depend on experience level and includes benefits. Applicants are expected to have met all Ph.D. or Psy.D. requirements in clinical psychology with completion of an APA-accredited clinical internship by the start of the fellowship. Closing date for applications is December 30, 2011. Send curriculum vitae, statement of professional goals, three sample neuropsychological reports, undergraduate and graduate transcripts, and three letters of recommendation to: Daniel Marson, JD, Ph.D., Director of Neuropsychology Training, SC 650, 1720 7th Avenue South Bir- CLINICAL HEALTH PSYCHOLOGIST IN PRIMARY CARE NEW POSITION OPENING Geisinger health system is recruiting an early to mid-career health psychologist to join our vibrant and expanding practice in danville, Pa. We are expanding our primary care integration and are looking for the right individual to lead this exciting venture. Geisinger is a leading, nationally recognized health system known for innovative and quality health care. Psychologists at Geisinger are well respected and integrated throughout our unique network of hospitals and community practice sites. We serve as valued members of dynamic integrated care teams in multiple specialty areas within the system. training of psychology (aPa interns and post-doctoral fellows) and medical students/residents is an integral part of our mission. research, especially outcome research, is encouraged. a clinical faculty appointment is available at temple medical school. We are looking for an adaptable, broadly trained psychologist to join our innovative and collaborative practice. experience and interest in primary care is required. competitive salary and benefits. Geisinger Health System is a physician-led, academic multi-specialty group practice that serves nearly three million people in central and northeastern Pennsylvania. a mature electronic health record connects a comprehensive network of 2 hospitals, 38 community practice sites and nearly 800 Geisinger primary and specialty care physicians. discover for yourself why Geisinger has earned national attention as a visionary model of integrated healthcare. to apply, send vitae and letter of interest to: Charlotte Collins, PhD c/o Kathy Kardisco, Department of Professional Staffing MC 24-28 100 N. Academy Ave. Danville, PA 17822 at 1.800.845.7112 or email materials to kkardisco@geisinger.edu ALABAMA ASSISTANT PROFESSOR— AUBURN UNIVERSITY MONTGOMERY: is searching for two assistant professors to fill tenure-track positions. We are seeking counseling or clinical psychologists with skills in psychotherapy supervision and the abilities to contribute to a scientifically oriented undergraduate program. Applicants must have a Ph.D. from an accredited program and have completed an APAaccredited internship. In addition to being dedicated teachers, applicants should have a record of publication H e a lt H S y S t e m RedeFining the boundaries of medicine For more information, please visit www.geisinger.org/careers 90 MONITOR ON PSYCHOLOGY • NOVEMBER 2011 http://www.PsycCareers.com http://www.jobs.aum.edu http://www.deeroaks.com http://www.geisinger.org/careers http://www.hercjobs.org http://www.hercjobs.org http://www.geisinger.org/careers

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

Monitor on Psychology - November 2011
Letters
President’s Column
Contents
Guest Column
‘Grand Challenges’ offers blueprint for mental health research
Documentary seeks to reach parents of LGBT kids
Treating veterans will cost at least $5 billion by 2020
Selfless volunteering might lengthen your life
Combat and stress up among U.S. military in Afghanistan
South Africa to host international psychology conference
Study uncovers a reason behind sex differences in mental illness
Navy psychologist gives a voice to combat trauma
In Brief
Psychologist suicide
On Your Behalf
Journey back to Heart Mountain
Psychology is key to pain management, report finds
ACT goes international
Judicial Notebook
Random Sample
Time Capsule
Questionnaire
Science Watch
Behavior change in 15-minute sessions?
Health-care reform 2.0
Perspective on Practice
Giving a heads up on concussion
Practice Profile
Searching for meaning
Inspiring young researchers
Aging, with grace
Public Interest
Thank you!
APA News
Division Spotlight
American Psychological Foundation
The man who gave Head Start a start
Personalities

Monitor on Psychology - November 2011