Employment Opportunities

Behavioral Scientist Faculty Position at the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center and the University of Washington
The Cancer Prevention Program of the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center (FHCRC) is seeking applications from individuals trained in the social or behavioral sciences for a full-time Assistant Member position.  Although the primary appointment will be at the FHCRC (with salary from the FHCRC), applicants are invited to apply for a joint position in the Department of Health Services at the University of Washington (UW) as a full-time Assistant Professor (without tenure) or a Research Assistant Professor.  We are particularly interested in applicants with a strong theoretical background whose research interests include theory-based and novel approaches to social and behavioral changes in cancer prevention and control. Individuals with experience/training in intervention research at the community level are especially sought.  Past research or training in health disparities research is a plus. The successful candidate will be expected to openly communicate and collaborate with other social and behavioral scientists and programs at the FHCRC and UW.  University of Washington faculty engage in teaching, research, and service.  The Cancer Prevention Program (http://www.fhcrc.org/phs/cprp) undertakes research into the causes, early detection, and prevention of cancer and its outcomes.  The Program includes a diverse faculty representing psychology, sociology, economics, biostatistics, nutrition, epidemiology, clinical medicine, laboratory science, health disparities, health outcomes and exercise physiology.  Current faculty interests and research include cancer prevention and screening, health outcomes during treatment and survivorship, and medical decision-making.  The Cancer Prevention Program and Division of Public Health Sciences have extensive ongoing and completed research that forms a rich resource for future efforts.  Shared resources in biostatistics, epidemiology, survey methods, and laboratory sciences will support this position. Successful candidates must have a Ph.D. or equivalent and two years of relevant research training and/or experience in the following fields: sociology, social psychology, psychology, public health, medical anthropology, or related disciplines. 
Interested applicants should send a curriculum vitae along with a letter describing research plans and the names and contact information (including email addresses) for four references by August, 2010. The position is open until filled. 
Please address applications to Chair, Behavioral Scientist Search Committee, c/o Kathleen Kealey, Cancer Prevention Program, Division of Public Health Sciences, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, 1100 Fairview Avenue N, PO Box 19024, M3-B232, Seattle, WA 98104. Electronic applications are preferable; please email to kkealey@fhcrc.org

Florida International University Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine Seeks Four Family Physicians to Join the FM Division in the Department of Humanities, Health & Society
Faculty will supervise medical students over a 4-year community engaged curriculum in classrooms, clinics, and in diverse community sites including interdisciplinary teams of students working together in households and with community based organizations in medically underserved communities. Faculty will teach, mentor students, provide clinical care, and work collaboratively with university and community partners. The research priority is evaluation of the impact of the new curriculum, and engagement for participatory research focusing on social determinants and policy.
Apply online at www.fiujobs.org. Board Certification in FM or Preventive Medicine preferred.  For questions, please call or email Xavier Wilson Human Resources Manager at (305) 348-0621 or wilsonx@fiu.edu. Applications are accepted until each position is filled. FIU is a member of the State University System of Florida and is an Equal Opportunity, Equal Access, Affirmative Action Employer & Institution.

NCI Seeks Associate Director for EGRP
NCI seeks a senior scientist to serve as an Associate Director in DCCPS. The Division provides national scientific leadership and oversight of NCI-funded research in the areas of epidemiology, surveillance, health services, survivorship, and behavioral science. DCCPS also is committed to addressing health disparities through transdisciplinary research. The Associate Director will lead EGRP, which manages a comprehensive program of grant-supported, populationbased research to increase understanding of cancer etiology and prevention. It is the largest funder of etiologic cancer epidemiology grants nationally and worldwide, supporting about 400 research grants and numerous interagency agreements and consortia annually. EGRP’s grants, contracts, interagency agreements, and operating budgets totaled more than $197 million in Fiscal Year 2008. This position offers the qualified candidate opportunities to have a national and international impact and develop transdisciplinary collaborations and initiatives on the cutting edge of cancer epidemiology and genetics, while working in a scientifically energizing and collegial environment.
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Oregon Health & Science University Seeks General Internist for Fellowship
The Samuel Wise Fellowship Program in General Internal Medicine at Oregon Health & Science University is currently accepting applications for a fellowship position which would begin in July 2010. The fellowship is an excellent opportunity for General Internists who would like to build a career in Community-Based Participatory Research, health disparities, and/or social medicine. Candidates from underrepresented minorities are encouraged to apply.
Please send CV and cover letter to the fellowship co-directors:
Christina Nicolaidis, MD, MPH nicolaid@ohsu.edu
Elizabeth Haney, MD haneye@ohsu.edu