Postdoctoral Fellow at the National Institute on Drug Abuse

The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), Intramural Research Program (IRP), National Institutes of Health (NIH), Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) has a postdoctoral position available in the area of human nicotine psychopharmacology. Current studies with adult and adolescent smokers and schizophrenia patients are focused on 1) genetics of nicotine reinforcement and cue reactivity and 2) effects of nicotine and nicotine withdrawal on attention and cognition. The candidate must have a PhD; a background in behavioral genetics, cognitive or experimental psychology, or behavioral pharmacology is highly desirable. Candidates must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents. Salary range is $41,200 to $50,500 depending on experience. Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae, statement of research interests, and 3 reference letters to: Stephen Heishman, PhD, NIDA IRP, 251 Bayview Blvd, Baltimore, MD 21224. Inquiries : 443.740.2458 or by email. DHHS and NIH are Equal Opportunity Employers and encourage applications from women and minorities.