Penn State University
The Research Training in Mental Health and Aging program at Penn State
University announces the availability of a postdoctoral position beginning
July 1, 1998. This program provides research training in four areas: (1)
multidimensional assessment; (2) intergenerational relationships; (3)
mental health interventions; and (4) behavioral genetics of mental health
and aging. Cross-cutting themes that are stressed for all candidates are:
(1) methodology of mental health research and the study of change; and (2)
concepts and methods for research on minority populations. We are looking
for a candidate with a background in the social and behavioral sciences and
commitment to a career in research that focuses on mental health issues in
later life.
Program faculty are: Alan Booth, Linda Burton, Linda Collins, Karen
Fingerman, Gerald McClearn, Michael Rovine, K. Warner Schaie, Elizabeth
Susman, George Vogler, Keith Whitfield, Sherry Willis, and Steven Zarit
Applicants should submit a letter of interest, c.v., and 3 letters of
reference to:
Steven H. Zarit, Ph.D.
Gerontology Center
Penn State University
S-105 Henderson Bldg.
University Park, PA. 16802
The Pennsylvania State University is an Affirmative Action, Equal
Opportunity Employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
For more information, contact Dr. Zarit at Z67@psu.edu or 814-863-9980. A
brochure describing the program is also available on request.
Steven H. Zarit, Ph.D.
Gerontology Center
Henderson S-105
Penn State University
University Park, PA 16802
Phone: +1 814-863-9980
FAX: +1 814-863-9423
Visit our website: http://www.psu.edu/dept/HDFS