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Tenure-Track Faculty Position, Health Promotion for Persons with Disabilities, University of Illinois at Chicago
The Departments of Disability and Human Development, Movement Sciences, and Human Nutrition at the University of Illinois at Chicago are conducting a joint search and are seeking applications for a tenure-track faculty position (rank open) available for Academic Year 2005-06. The candidate should be able to develop and sustain an independent research program relevant to promoting health among persons with disabilities through improved exercise and nutrition, as well as participate in teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.
Individuals should be highly motivated and have a demonstrated track record in research. Candidates should have post-doctoral experience, and senior applicants should also have a history of academic accomplishments and extramural funding.
Interested applicants should submit a two- to three-page description of past research and future plans, curriculum vitae, and the names of three potential references. For fullest consideration, send materials by November 15, 2005 to Search Chair, Health Promotion Faculty Search Committee, DHD M/C 626, 1640 West Roosevelt Road, Chicago, IL 60608.
Child Development and Rehabilitation Center (CDRC) Assistant or Associate Professor
Oregon Health & Science University in Portland, Oregon, is searching for a Research Scientist to participate in the research of the Rehabilitation Research and Training Center: Health and Wellness for People with Long-Term Disabilities (RRTC). The RRTC is funded by the National Institute on Disability and Rehabilitation Research (NIDRR) to conduct research and training to support the health and wellness of persons with long-term disabilities.
Doctoral degree in health-related field or master's degree with extensive research experience in health services utilization. Experience with database management software, statistical software, and graphic display software; addressing issues related to health care and research methods; and grant writing. To learn more about the RRTC, visit the website at http://www.healthwellness.org. To apply, please submit a CV or resume to OHSU-RRTC/CDRC, Attn: Laura Hammond, 3181 SW Sam Jackson Park Road, Portland, OR 97239.
Assistant Director, Center for Advanced Learning
Washington University in St. Louis, a leading institution of teaching and research, is seeking an Assistant Director, Center for Advanced Learning. Critical requirements are a Ph.D. in an appropriate field of study; considerable knowledge of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act 1990; and expertise and experience in the collection and use of data in affecting outcomes.
For more information and to apply, contact Beth Gordon, Associate Consultant, Grant Cooper & Associates, 222 S. Meramec, Ste. 202, St. Louis, MO 63105, T: 314-726-5291 x119, 800-886-4690 x119, e-mail: gordon@grantcooper.com, or go to http://www.grantcooper.com.
Centre for Physical Activity and Nutrition Research Faculty of Health and Environmental Sciences at Auckland University of Technology, New Zealand
Three vacancies exist within the Centre for Physical Activity and Nutrition Research (CPAN) at AUT University's North Shore Campus in Auckland, New Zealand. A stipend of $25,000 per annum for 3 years (exempt from tax) plus course fees is available to a suitably qualified candidate to work within the Health Research Council-funded Healthy Steps project, a trial of pedometer-based Green Prescriptions for older adults.
For further information on all three positions, contact Professor Gregory Kolt, e-mail: gregory.kolt@aut.ac.nz, or call +64 9 921 9999 (x7774). For the position description and an application form for vacancies 3462 and 3463, please visit our website at http://www.aut.ac.nz, e-mail hr.enquiries@aut.ac.nz, or call +64 9 921 9995.
Temple University, Therapeutic Recreation Department, Tenure-Track Researcher
Temple University's Therapeutic Recreation Department is recruiting a researcher (tenure-track, open rank) to support the department's unique focus on the role of play and physically active recreation/leisure behavior in health promotion, rehabilitation, and quality of life for persons with illnesses and disabilities. The ideal candidate will have a program of research relevant to the department's mission. Applicants must have a doctoral degree, a publication history, and preferably expertise in health promotion and disability studies, pediatrics, or geriatrics.
Direct queries to Dr. John Shank, jshank@temple.edu, 215-204-6278, or Catherine Coyle, ccoyle@temple.edu, 215-204-6731. For official consideration, forward a CV, the names of three references (letters to follow), a statement of research goals and teaching interests, and three sample publications by November 4, 2005 to: John Shank, EdD, CTRS, Search Committee Chair, College of Health Professions, Department of Therapeutic Recreation, Temple University, 1700 North Broad St. Suite 313, Philadelphia, PA 19122.