Positions in Sociological Practice

• Association of American Medical Colleges. Senior Research Associate/Director of Research. The Section for Institutional and Faculty Studies of the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) is looking to fill the position of Senior Research Associate/Director of Research. The AAMC is a nonprofit association that represents the 125 accredited U.S. medical schools, the 16 accredited Canadian medical schools, more than 400 major teaching hospitals, 86 academic and professional societies, and the nation’s 67,000 medical students and 103,000 residents. Qualifications include a PhD degree in a social science discipline, including training in the techniques of survey research, sampling theory, statistical analyses, and data presentation. At least 10 years of experience in planning and executing policy-related studies, statistical analyses, and data reporting in areas related to trends in faculty demographics and bio-medical science workforce, and/or medical school organization, structure, and finances are required. We anticipate that the candidate chosen will have significant expertise in the use of computer systems and statistical programs and databases, including Access, Lotus, Excel, SAS, SPSS, and data graphing and data presentation software. A familiarity with Unix and Informix would also be helpful. Responsibilities of the position are to plan and conduct studies of trends in faculty characteristics and the biomedical and health sciences research workforce using data from the AAMC’s Faculty Roster System, and the studies of medical school finances and other institutional characteristics using data from the AAMC’s Institutional Profile System. The candidate hired may also be called upon to conduct studies to enhance the managerial effectiveness and efficiency of medical schools, including projects that relate to institutional and departmental sizing of faculty and staff, faculty productivity, and the use of space and facilities. The Association of American Medical Colleges offers an exceptional salary and benefits package. To apply, please send a cover letter and resume, with salary requirements to: AAMC, HR-345, 2450 N Street NW, Washington, DC 20037; fax (202) 862-6212. Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V.

• The National Science Foundation, The National Science Foundation, Arlington, VA, seeks applicants for the Deputy Director, Division of Science Resources Studies position. SRS manages statistical surveys and other information collections that provide data and analyses about the nation’s science, engineering, and technology enterprise. Appointment to this Federal Senior Executive Service position will be on a career or limited term basis, with $106,412-$116,495 salary range. PhD or equivalent experience in the sciences or engineering; knowledge of social science statistical methods; and leadership skills required. Announcements (EP 98-9), with position requirements and application procedures, may be obtained on NSF Homepage at <http://www.nsf.gov/home/chart/work.htm#hrm>, or by calling NSF’s Executive Personnel and Development Branch at (703) 306-0755. (Hearing impaired individuals may call TDD (703) 306-0189.) Applications due September 25, 1998. Equal Opportunity Employer.

• The Office of the Illinois Attorney General, Gang Crime Prevention Center, invites applications for two researcher positions. The Researchers report directly to the Director of Research and Information Services and are responsible for the following: designing and conducting original empirical research to inform the policy-making and program development process on matters pertaining to gangs and juvenile delinquency; responding to research and information requests from the public and other government agencies; and assisting the Director of Research in designing and implementing in-house evaluation research on all Gang Crime Prevention Center initiatives, including pilot programs, community mobilization projects, and constituent services. The qualified candidate will possess at least a Master’s degree, a significant interest in the substantive area of gang crime and delinquency, a strong aptitude for qualitative and/or quantitative analysis, and outstanding written and oral communication skills. Salary commensurate with experience. Interested applicants should submit a resume or curriculum vitae, a three to five page writing sample, and the names of three references to: Greg Scott, Ph.D., Director of Research and Information Services, Gang Crime Prevention Center, Office of the Illinois Attorney General, 318 W. Adams, 12th Floor Chicago, IL 60606; fax (312) 793-2400.

• National Analysts, Inc. Marketing Researchers. We have immediate openings for Project Directors and Project Managers. Require PhD with strong applied social science research skills or MBA. National Analysts, established in 1943, is a rapidly growing firm that offers comprehensive marketing research and consulting services by a large, multidisciplinary professional staff serving both commercial and non-commercial clients. NA provides an intellectually stimulating environment in which to work with highly trained colleagues on challenging research assignments, with ample opportunity for personal and professional growth. Ability to design research and measurement strategies, to conduct the research, and to analyze, interpret and report the data are required. Competence in individual and group dynamics is desirable. Marketing research training/experience is useful but not necessary. Excellent writing and interpersonal skills are crucial. Successful candidates typically have outstanding academic records. Salary depends on qualifications. Send resume and salary requirements to: Re Golden, National Analysts, Inc., 1700 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103. An Equal Opportunity Employer.

• The Public Policy Institute of California (PPIC), a private, nonprofit research organization dedicated to independent, nonpartisan research on economic, social, and political issues that affect the lives of Californians, is seeking regular full-time Research Fellows to join our multi-disciplinary team on July 1, 1999. Research Fellow (Race and Ethnicity): Applications are invited from new or recent PhDs in political science, public policy, social psychology, sociology and related fields. We seek candidates whose research are in the areas of race and ethnicity and public policy, with interests in substantive issues such as civic participation, criminal justice, education, employment, housing, immigration, political behavior, poverty, public opinion, voting and welfare. Candidates must have solid academic training in theory and research methodology in their discipline and a strong interest in public policy. Experience in research on state and local policy issues is desirable, since PPIC conducts California-focused, policy-related empirical research; Research Fellow (Education): Applications are invited from new and recent PhDs in economics, political science, public policy, education, sociology and related social science fields. We seek a candidate to do policy-related research in the area of California education, especially in K-12. Candidates must have rigorous training in quantitative research methodology and strong interests in public policy. Please submit vita, letter describing research interests, three letters of reference and samples of written work by December 1, 1998 to: Research Fellow Search Committee, c/o Michael Teitz, Director of Research, PPIC, 500 Washington Street, #800, San Francisco, CA 94111. Please note which position you are applying for. Competitive compensation and benefits package. For more information visit <www.ppic.org>. PPIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

• St. Francis Health System, Division of Psychiatric and Addiction Services (DPAS). Senior Researcher. This Pittsburgh not for profit health system houses one of the most prestigious research and evaluation programs in Western Pennsylvania. The ideal candidate will develop and facilitate all research efforts within DPAS, under the supervision of the Research Director. Specific duties include conducting approved research/evaluation efforts, grant preparation, preparation of reports, papers, and other written mechanisms of information transmittal, public presentations, facilitating the mechanism of approving research with DPAS, facilitating ongoing approved research efforts, setting program standards for grant preparation and providing scientific information to support marketing and ongoing program evaluation. The ideal candidate will have a PhD in a social science, or related field, with a minimum of five years experience in a relevant research field. Preferred qualifications include a combination of the following: (1) must have at least two RO1 grants in the past five years; (2) established Researcher in one or more of the fields of substance abuse or mental health treatment, health services, or prevention research; (3) established track record of extramural funding; (4) is positioned to submit, or may already have submitted and NIH-center grant; (5) has a sustained record of peer-reviewed publications in a relevant field. Excellent compensation and benefits. Qualified candidates may forward letter of intent and curriculum vitae to Carrie Retter, Daniel Stern and Associates, The Medical Center East, 211 N. Whitfield Street, Suite 240, Pittsburgh, PA 15206. (800) 438-2476; fax (800) 892-2781; e-mail [email protected]; website <http://www.danielstern.com>. All inquiries are held in strict confidence.

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