Monday, May 21, 2007

JOBS: Assistant Professor/Research Scientist, Gerontology/Geriatrics Research

The Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Geriatrics, at Scott & White Memorial Hospital and Texas A&M University Health Science Center invites applications for an Assistant Professor position within the Aging and Care Research Program. The successful candidate will join a team of researchers conducting trials on interventions for older adults with chronic illnesses and their caregivers. Candidates will be expected to contribute to the goals of the program while also developing an externally-funded, independent line of intervention and health outcomes research. Collaboration with clinicians, scientists, and community organizations will be expected.

Applicants must have a PhD or comparable graduate degree plus a minimum of two years research experience. The position is open to candidates with training in behavioral and social sciences, public health, health services research, nursing and related areas.

Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Position will remain open until filled.

Scott & White has built a reputation for excellence in providing personalized, state-of-the-art care, world-class education and research programs for over 100 years. A Solucient Top 100 Hospital for several consecutive years, Scott & White is also recognized as one of the nation's Top 15 Major Teaching Hospitals. As one of the nation's largest medical centers, we are comprised of a 503-bed hospital with a Level I Trauma Center, 14 regional clinics, and a health plan that provides healthcare for 208,000 Central Texans.

To apply, please send a CV and letter of interest to Pat Balz, Recruiting Manager. E-mail: pbalz@swmail.sw.org or Alan Stevens, PhD at astevens@swmail.sw.org .

Fax: 254-724-5591 Mail resumes to: Scott & White Human Resources Dept., 2401 S. 31st Street, Temple, TX 76508

An equal opportunity employer/tobacco-free environment.

Alan B. Stevens, PhD Professor, Department of Medicine Vernon D. Holleman-Lewis M. Rampy Centennial Chair in Gerontology Scott & White Memorial Hospital The Texas A&M University System Health Science Center

2401 South 31st. Street Temple, TX 76508 (254) 215-0452 astevens@swmail.sw.org