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*School / Department:*

School of Medicine / Psychiatry

*Classification:*

Postdoctoral Associate

*Funding source:*

Pennsylvania Department of Health

*Start Date:*

As Soon As Possible

*Investigators: *

Drs. Rolf Loeber, Dustin Pardini, Jeffery Burke, Magda 
Stouthamer-Loeber, & Vishwajit Nimgaonkar

*Description:*

Postdoctoral Position the Role of Neurobiology in Development and 
Prevention of Violence

The focus of this postdoctoral position is to gain research training 
related to the role of neurobiology in development and prevention of 
violence and antisocial behaviors in males. Applied research experiences 
will be obtained by participating in one of two research projects funded 
by the Pennsylvania Department of Health. Cross-cutting both research 
projects is an emphasis on racial disparities in violence and the 
mechanisms by which they occur, with a particular focus on 
African-American populations. Both research projects will provide the 
opportunity to assist with the preparation of manuscripts for 
publication in peer-reviewed journals. The two projects are:

_Environmental and Biological Determinants of Violence_: This project is 
designed to examine the multiple determinants of violent behavior within 
a large ongoing longitudinal study of predominately African-American and 
Caucasian males (i.e., Pittsburgh Youth Study). Participants in this 
longitudinal study have been assessed regularly from childhood through 
early adulthood. Currently participants are being re-contacted to 
collect genetic material and assess brain functioning using functional 
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (fMRI). Participation in this project 
involves training in the developmental etiology of violence, including 
examining the interaction between biological and environmental factors 
as determinants of violence. Interested parties can also obtain training 
in the use of fMRI to examine the neurobiological basis of violence.

_Early Prevention of Violent Behavior:_ This project is focused on 
examining the effectiveness of cognitive-behavioral interventions 
designed to prevent the development of violent behavior in boys with 
early conduct problems. This position involves participating in an 
ongoing research project comparing an empirically supported preventative 
intervention (i.e., Stop Now and Plan) to treatment as usual within the 
community. One facet of this project will use fMRI to examine whether 
brain function influences treatment effectiveness. Training in the 
successful implementation of empirically supported treatments within the 
community, and factors associated with treatment effectiveness will be 
provided. Interested parties can also obtain training in the use of fMRI 
to examine neurobiological basis of early forms of violent behavior.

This position is open immediately until filled. Flexible start dates are 
possible for excellent candidates. All candidates should have a doctoral 
degree and experience conducting research related to the development 
and/or prevention of antisocial behavior. Successful applicants should 
have a strong desire to generate original research papers and a strong 
interest in examining issues related to the development and prevention 
of violence in African-American populations. Funding is available for up 
to 3-years of support, with a commitment of at least two years 
preferable. Applicants must provide a cover letter describing their 
relevant training experiences and research interests, a curriculum vita, 
and a list of at least three references.
Candidates representing all aspects of diversity are strongly encouraged 
to apply. We are an affirmative action equal opportunity employer.


All correspondence should be addressed to:
Monisha Tarneja, MPH

Sr. Program Coordinator
Consortium on Violence
UPMC-WPIC
201 North Craig Street
Suite 408, Sterling Plaza
Pittsburgh, Pa. 15213
Ph: 412-383-5017
Fax: 412-383-5087


*Qualifications:*

All candidates should have a doctoral degree and experience conducting 
research related to the development and/or prevention of antisocial 
behavior. Successful applicants should have a strong desire to generate 
original research papers and a strong interest in examining issues 
related to the development and prevention of violence in 
African-American populations. Funding is available for up to 3-years of 
support, with a commitment of at least two years preferable. Applicants 
must provide a cover letter describing their relevant training 
experiences and research interests, a curriculum vita, and a list of at 
least three references.
Candidates representing all aspects of diversity are strongly encouraged 
to apply. We are an affirmative action equal opportunity employer.








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Dustin Pardini, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor
Department of Psychiatry
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
201 N. Craig St., Suite 408
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Phone: 412-383-5041
Fax: 412-383-5068
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