Post-doctoral Researcher

The International Centre for Youth Gambling Problems and High Risk behaviours is currently seeking candidates for Post-doctoral Researcher in the field of adolescent gambling and high risk issues. The ideal candidate will have a background in psychology and/or addictions research and treatment.

Qualifications: Researchers must have completed (or nearly completed) Ph.Ds in related field. Applicants should have superior oral and written communication skills in English, and will ideally have good working knowledge of French.

The application period is ongoing until the positions are filled.

Please submit a complete curriculum vita by mail or email to:

Dr. Alissa Sklar
International Centre for Youth Gambling Problems and High Risk Behaviours
McGill University
3724 McTavish Street
Montreal, QC H3A 1Y2
514-398-2470 Tel.
e-mail: alissa.sklar@mcgill.ca

Full-Time Researcher

The International Centre for Youth Gambling Problems and High-Risk Behaviors is currently seeking a full-time applied researcher to work with a dynamic multidisciplinary team. The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. (or be a doctoral candidate) in psychology, health, social sciences or a related area. Experience in the area of addictions research would be an asset. We are searching for someone with strong clinical research skills, who can think analytically, and displays initiative and independence. The candidate must have excellent communication and written skills in English and French. The successful candidate will be highly motivated, demonstrate excellent knowledge of research methodology and statistical analyses, and should have a track record of published research.

The research position in question is for work in the area of youth risk-taking behaviours and the successful candidate will become an active member of the International Centre for Youth Gambling Problems and High-Risk Behaviors at McGill University. The candidate will be responsible to the Co-Directors of the Centre and will work closely with research faculty and graduate students. Responsibilities include the development of research initiatives, including grant proposal writing and research implementation, data analyses and manuscript writing for scientific publications. The candidate will also participate in training opportunities and be involved in prevention, research and consultative work.

Terms
Immediate, full-time position.

Salary
Commensurate with other research positions; excellent university benefits.

Please e-mail, mail, or fax letter of intent, curriculum vitae, and references to:

Dr. Jeffrey Derevensky or Dr. Rina Gupta
International Centre for Youth Gambling Problems and High Risk Behaviours
McGill University
3724 McTavish Street
Montreal, Quebec H3A 1Y2
514-398-4249 Tel.
514-398-3401 Fax
e-mail: jeffrey.derevensky@mcgill.ca
e-mail: rina.gupta@mcgill.ca