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Student Affairs – Counseling Center – Associate Director and Counseling Services Coordinator – Level 13 – Position contingent upon state funding.  Position to begin August 1, 2008.  Essential Functions: this position coordinates counseling services which includes monitoring client contacts, counseling sessions, crises response, referrals, and case assignments.  The individual in this position is also expected to provide leadership in the Director’s absence.  Qualifications:  Minimum: Doctorate degree in Psychology, preferable from an APA accredited program, or Counseling; completed pre-doctoral internship and postdoctoral experience; at least two years of general counseling experience with a college population; must be licensed as a Psychologist in Tennessee with designation as a Health Service Provider within two years of hire date.  To apply send ETSU application, application letter, current vita, complete transcripts, and three letters of reference to Dr. Steve Brown, Counseling Center Director, East Tennessee State University, Box 70724, Johnson City, TN 37614-1710.  For additional information, please visit http://www.etsu.edu/humanres/employ.htm or email browsd02@etsu.edu.
 

Academic Affairs – Office of Planning and Analysis – Interim Director of Assessment- INTERNAL SEARCH.  Appointment: Half-time, interim appointment, September 1, 2008 through June 30, 2009. The interim director will oversee Assessment and Performance Funding in the Office of Planning and Analysis. If a faculty member becomes the interim director, he or she will receive 6 hours released time in fall 2008 and spring 2009. If a staff member becomes the interim director, he or she will work 50% in Assessment and Performance Funding. The interim director will also receive a stipend.  Position Description: The interim director reports to the Executive Director, Office of Planning and Analysis. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, overseeing all aspects of ETSU’s participation in the Tennessee Higher Education Association’s Performance Funding Program in 2008-2009, e.g., scheduling program reviews and academic audits, assisting departments undergoing reviews and audits in the preparation of their reports and site visits, overseeing ETSU’s participation in the National Survey of Student Engagement in spring 2009, and overseeing all aspects of the preparation and submission of the university’s Performance Funding annual report. The interim director will also perform other duties as assigned by the Executive Director of Planning and Analysis.  Minimum Qualifications: A master’s degree is required; a doctoral degree is preferred. Knowledge of higher education program assessment or Tennessee’s Performance Funding Program is required; experience with assessment or Performance Funding is preferred. Excellent oral and written communication skills are essential. Demonstrated ability to form positive working relationships with administrators, faculty and staff at all levels of the university is required, as are strong organizational skills. Application materials including ETSU application, a letter of interest, a resume, and a list of references should be sent electronically to: Dr. William Kirkwood, Executive Director of the Office of Planning and Analysis, Kirkwood@etsu.edu. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
 

Finance and Administration - Financial Services – Bursar – Accountant 2 – Level 8 – 111570.  Essential Functions: Contract billing for dual enrolled high students for the Tennessee Lottery scholarship program. Performs financial functions related College of Medicine and College of Pharmacy students including fee payments, distributing financial aid, reconciling loan clearing accounts, billing third party sponsors. Processing refunds to students in compliance with university, state and federal policies; counsels students regarding these policies and the impact on their personal funds and/or financial aid.  Billing for expanded national and international exchange agreements. Performs accounting for state fee discounts and waivers, academic performance scholarships, staff scholarships, graduate assistant fee waivers. Prepares year end closing and reconciliation entries for deferred charges, receivables, sundry and clearing accounts student loans, parent loans and external loans for all campuses. Facilitates contracts, agreements and authorizations for third parties sponsoring students including payments for fees, housing, and other student services. Facilitates internal fee arrangements for summer study trips, grants, institutes, continuing studies. Assists in billing and collecting repayments for grants and loans. Performs other related duties as assigned.  Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in accounting required; two years experience working with computer spreadsheets, databases and word processing. Three to five years accounting experience, preferably in higher education.  Submit ETSU application to the Office of Human Resources, Box 70564, Johnson City, TN 37614-1707.  Application deadline is May 29, 2008.
 

College of Medicine – Department of Internal Medicine – Dishner Chair of Excellence in Oncology – Laboratory Coordinator – Level 7 – 810140. This laboratory focuses on the mechanisms of chemoprevention by chemopreventive agents in cell lines and animal modes of cancer.  Areas of research interest include the role of tocopherols and tocotrienols, statins, green tea, biphosphonates and novel nutrients in cancer prevention with an emphasis on understanding the mechanisms.  Essential Functions: assists in maintaining a functional laboratory in cancer prevention research including specimen collection, assay with quality control, data collection and documentation of data in compliance with federal regulations; performs immunohistochemistry assays and molecular biology based assays on cells, animal tissues and human tissue samples including, but not limited to PCR, western blotting, northern blotting, immunohistochemisty, transfection and molecular cloning; ability to do cell culture experiments; compiles and records data; ability to conduct sample organization and storage maintenance of laboratory stock, equipment and supplies; and performs other related duties as assigned. Qualifications: bachelor’s degree in chemistry or molecular biology or related area; experience in an approved clinical or research laboratory setting and experience with handling rodent experimentation preferred. Submit ETSU application to the Office of Human Resources, ETSU, Box 70564, Johnson City, TN  37614-1707.
 

Quillen College of Medicine – Department of Family Medicine – Case Manager – Level 6 - 923600.  Position contingent upon grant funding Essential functions: Responsible to the Primary Investigator and Project Coordinator for providing support services and education for prenatal patients.  Will provide assistance to expectant mothers and families, especially in the areas of smoking cessation and social and mental health needs, and will help link patients with community resources.  Will conduct patient interviews, track patients and services, and maintain databases.  Will be responsible for data collection and collaboration with hospital staff and obstetric providers.  Will also have responsibility for development and implementation of community education initiatives.  Will collaborate with others and perform other related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelors degree (Masters preferred) in Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Public Health or related field, and two years work experience in social service provision or in a clinical research setting.  Must have knowledge of smoking cessation methods and of community resources for pregnant women.  Must have experience with word processing and data base management software.  Must have a valid driver’s license and a vehicle for some local travel.  Submit ETSU application to the Office of Human Resources, ETSU, Box 70564, Johnson City, TN 37614-1707.
 

College of Medicine – Department of Family Medicine – Research Division – TIPS Project Coordinator – Level 8 – 923610.  Position available June 3, 2008 and is contingent upon Grant Funding.  Essential Functions:  Responsible to the Primary Investigator and Practice Center Directors for overseeing a large prenatal smoking cessation intervention project impacting Northeast Tennessee prenatal patients.  Will be responsible for training and overseeing case managers and research assistants, developing and conducting smoking cessation trainings and workshops, networking with area health care providers and community groups, coordinating specific projects relating to smoking cessation education, intervention and evaluation, and supervising research participant interviews and data collection.  Will be responsible for managing project budget, tracking all project related activities, maintaining data bases, and generating regular reports.  Will have frequent contact with prenatal care providers across the region to coordinate provider training and ensure that project objectives are being met.  Will perform other related duties as assigned.  Minimum Qualifications:  Bachelors degree (Masters preferred) in Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Public Health or related field, and at least two years of work experience in a clinical research setting.  Management experience preferred.  Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills, and superior organizational abilities.  Experience with word processing, presentation and data base management software is essential.  Must have a valid drivers license and a vehicle for some local travel.  Submit ETSU application to Office of Human Resources, ETSU, Box 70564, Johnson City, TN 37614-1707.
 

College of Arts and Sciences – ETSU and General Shale Brick Natural History Museum Preparator (revised) – Level 6.  The Preparator reports directly to the Director of the Natural History Museum. Essential functions: To prepare all specimens that come into the prep lab for housing within the museum (specimens come from the Gray Fossil Site and/or from other sites under investigation); to train and supervise all workers, including paid employees, student workers, and volunteers in fossil preparation, molding and casting. Secondary functions: To regulate and supervise all visiting researchers and workers with prep-labs; to assist the Curators and Collections Manager to ensure that all samples are accessioned properly and receive appropriate conservation and documentation; and to perform other duties as assigned by the Curators and/or Director. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in the natural sciences, such as Geology/Geoscience, Biology, Museum Studies or related field; experience in fossil preparation, molding and casting (vertebrate experience preferred); training and/or background in conservation specialties appropriate to the museum’s (predominantly vertebrate) collections; excellent interpersonal and communication skills required, as well as the ability to work both independently and in a busy team environment. Applications accepted until May 16, 2008. Please send an ETSU application, cover letter, resume, and three references to: Jeanne Zavada, Director, Natural History Museum, ETSU, Box 70642, Johnson City, TN 37614-1702. More information on the Natural History Museum can be found at: http://www.grayfossilmuseum.com/.
 

Academic Affairs – Office of Research and Sponsored Programs Administration – Director of the East Tennessee State University Innovation Laboratory – Level 16 – 214920.  Appointment:  Regular, full time, 12 month appointment, beginning September 1, 2008.  The ETSU Innovation Laboratory is a university-based business incubator targeting high technology, information technology, knowledge management, and biotechnology-related new and early stage businesses.  Its mission is support entrepreneurs and investors to affect the successful establishment of technology-based start-up and spin-off businesses in order to achieve technology transfer, create jobs, and enhance economic development within the northeast Tennessee.  Position Description:  The Director reports to the Vice Provost for Research and Sponsored Programs.  The successful candidate must have the ability to effectively communicate the resources and mission of the Innovation Laboratory to the community and engage in effective recruitment of new companies to the Innovation Laboratory within the established criteria for admission.  The Director will provide leadership in mentoring client companies.  The Director must have the ability to chair and work effectively with the Innovation Laboratory Advisory Board in recruitment and admission of Innovation Laboratory client companies, advisement of client companies, and community outreach.  A bachelor’s degree in a scientific, high technology, information technology, biomedical or engineering discipline required.  A MBA is preferred. Experience working in the private sector and managing projects for a high technology, information technology, biomedical technology or engineering company is required.  A demonstrable record of a high degree of personal integrity and excellent communication skills is required.  General knowledge of the mission and operation of a public research university is preferred.  Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, marketing the Innovation Laboratory and recruiting new companies to it, as well as providing leadership in mentoring companies, oversight of infrastructure, physical facilities and staff of the Innovation Laboratory, providing leadership and facilitation for the Innovation Laboratory Advisory Board, assisting in identifying and obtaining external support for the Innovation Laboratory and working in partnership with the Executive Director of the University Research Foundation to meet the mission of the Innovation Laboratory.  Application materials including ETSU application, a letter of interest, a resume, and a list of references should be sent electronically to:  Dr. Michael L. Woodruff, Vice Provost for Research East Tennessee State University and Executive Director of the East Tennessee State University Research Foundation, woodrufm@etsu.edu or by post to Dr. Michael Woodruff, East Tennessee State University, P.O. Box 70565, Johnson City, TN 37614-1707.  Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
 

Office of the President – Intercollegiate Athletics – Associate Head Coach for Women’s Soccer.  East Tennessee State University is seeking a full-time Associate Head Women’s Soccer Coach.  This position is a 12-month appointment with full benefits.  The successful candidate will report directly to the Head Women’s Soccer Coach.  Essential Functions: Requirements include knowledge of and adherence to NCAA rules and regulations, as well as the ability to project a positive image of an intercollegiate athletics program and the University.  Organizing and coordinating team travel, coordinating summer day and residential soccer camps, organizing all aspects of recruiting database.  Have a working knowledge Front Rush and Team desk top recruiting databases.  Have a working knowledge of Game Breaker Digital Video Analysis System.  Assisting the head coach in all aspects of daily operations, including but not limited to, recruiting, on the field coaching at training and games, scouting, assisting in planning and implantation of fundraising and promotional events, monitoring the academic progress of student-athletes, and any other duties as assigned by the head coach.  Qualifications: Requires a Bachelor’s degree with collegiate goalkeeper playing experience; 3 to 5 years experience as a Division I goalkeeper coach; minimum 1 year experience as a State Instructor for United States Soccer Federation Coaching Schools; National Soccer Coaches Athletic Association premier level coaching license.  Please visit our website at http://www.etsu.edu/etsu/jobs.asp for an application and submit an ETSU application and resume via email to hensonha@etsu.edu.
 

Office of Research and Sponsored Programs – Center for Community Outreach and Family Services – Family Services Counselor – Level 8 – Anderson County – Position Contingent upon Grant Funding.  Essential Functions: Provide assessment and screening to referred participants, addressing five major barriers to employment: mental health, learning disabilities, child behavioral health issues, domestic violence, and alcohol and drug issues; provide intensive case management to enhance employability for Family First clients, short term counseling, advocacy, and referrals to other resources as needed.  Qualifications: Master’s Degree with case management or counseling experience required. Experience working with low-income adults and children preferred. Training and experience in solution-focused therapy, motivational interviewing, problem solving approaches, vocational rehabilitation and any barrier area described above is highly desirable. Position open until filled.  Submit ETSU application and resume to FSC Job Search Anderson County, ETSU Center for Community Outreach, Box 70254, Johnson City, Tennessee 37614-1700.  Application materials may also be e-mailed to ccoapply@etsu.edu or faxed to 423-439-6070.
 

College of Medicine – Family Medicine – Kingsport Family Practice Residency Program – Medical Social Worker (Specialist) – Level 9 – 710640.  Medical Social Worker (Specialist) position open in ambulatory patient care center involving residency training and medical education.  Applicants should have experience in a medical setting or have worked in cooperation with a health care team.  Applicants should possess skills in the following areas: clinical patient care, community relations and patient education.  Social Worker is expected to participate in teaching behavioral science and contribute to academic and scholarly activities within the residency.  Qualifications: Master’s degree in social work required with at least two years of social work experience; LCSW or LCSW eligible preferred; strong organizational skills and ability to work independently are required.  Position is located in Kingsport, TN.  Submit ETSU application to Office of Human Resources, ETSU, Box 70564, Johnson City, TN 37614-1707.
 

College of Public Health – Project Director – Level 11 (position is contingent on grant funding).  The College of Public Health is currently seeking a Project Director to oversee the Tennessee Coordinated School Health evaluation.  The Project Director position will be responsible for managing programmatic and administrative aspects of the evaluation; coordinating with subject matter expert; providing assignments and managing successful completion of deliverables; and working with subject matter experts to define and map project deliverables and timelines.  The ideal candidate will have knowledge of the CDC’s Coordinated School Health Program; strong experience facilitating and managing groups of people; excellent interpersonal, organizational, communication, and project management skills; and the ability to multi-task. Minimum qualifications include a Masters degree in business or a health-related field from an accredited college and three to five years of satisfactory, full-time progressively responsible management experience requiring independent decision-making concerning program management or planning, allocation for resources and the scheduling and assignment of work.   The hired individual should be eligible for a faculty appointment in a public health discipline. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.  Interested persons should send an ETSU application, letter of application, curriculum vitae, three letters of reference and transcripts Dr. Mike Dunn, Associate Professor, Department of Public Health, College of Public Health, East Tennessee State University, Box 70674, Johnson City, TN  37614-1709.   Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.
 

Office of Research and Sponsored Programs – Center for Community Outreach – Family Services Counselor – Level 8 – Contingent upon Grant Funding – Position Available in Blount County  Essential Functions:  Provide assessment and screening to referred participants, addressing five major barriers to employment: mental health, learning disabilities, child behavioral health issues, domestic violence, and alcohol and drug issues; provide intensive case management to enhance employability for Families First clients, short term counseling, advocacy, and referrals to other resources as needed.  Qualifications:  Master’s degree with case management or counseling experience required.  Experience working with low-income adults and children preferred.  Training and experience in solution-focused therapy, motivational interviewing, problem solving approaches, vocational rehabilitation and any barrier area described above is highly desirable.  Position is open until filled.  Submit cover letter, ETSU application, and resume including three references to FSC Search – Blount County, ETSU Center for Community Outreach, Box 70254, Johnson City, TN 37614. 
 

Open until Filled
(Posted 10/12/2007)

College of Nursing - Nurse Practitioners - Part-Time PRN Positions – These Positions are Supported by Multiple Grants.  Openings in nurse-managed clinic sites in Student Health Services, Washington County School Based Health Center, Mountain City Extended Hours Health Center, Hancock County School Based Health Clinic and the Johnson City Downtown Clinic for Family, Adult, and Psych Nurse Practitioners. Qualifications: Required: master’s degree in nursing; current certification in advanced practice area as FNP or ANP; eligibility for TN RN licensure and certificate of fitness to prescribe; licensure recognized in TN must be obtained prior to employment; experience as an Advanced Practice Nurse; and the ability to communicate effectively. Submit ETSU application and current resume/vitae to Office of Human Resources, East Tennessee State University, Box 70564, Johnson City, TN 37614-1707.
 

Office of Research and Sponsored Programs - Center for Community Outreach and Family Services - (Work Participation) Coordinator - Level 6 - Six Positions Available - Positions are located in Knox County, Tennessee and are Contingent upon Grant Funding. Essential Functions: The successful applicant will serve as an employment counselor and job retention specialist for Families First (TANF) clients. Activities will include visiting local industries and businesses, explaining the “work first” philosophy of Families First and establishing employment slots at these locations for program participants. Essential job duties include case managing clients on the job and ensuring that they stay employed for at least nine consecutive months. Data entry is required. Qualifications: Required: bachelor’s degree; ability to communicate effectively and to work in a detail oriented environment; and knowledge of computers. In lieu of degree, three years experience with employment related programs, marketing or social service programs required. The successful applicant must be capable of working with people having a wide of abilities and competencies. Preferred: knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel and knowledge of area businesses and industries is highly preferred. Submit ETSU application and resume to (Work Participation) Coordinator Job Search, ETSU Center for Community Outreach, Box 70254, Johnson City, Tennessee, 37614-1700.  Application materials may also be e-mailed to ccoapply@mail.etsu.edu or faxed to 423-439-6070.
 

College of Medicine - Department of Pediatrics - (Laboratory) Coordinator - Level 7 - Two Positions - One Position Contingent upon State Funding and One Position Contingent upon Grant Funding. Essential Functions: These positions will be responsible to the Principal Investigator for the overall management, maintenance and daily operations of the Research Laboratory within the Department of Pediatrics and the newly established Proteomic Center; assisting with grant application preparation and the preparation of written materials, charts and graphs dealing with specialized techniques; and organizing data for research publications or presentation. This position will work under minimal supervision and will both plan and conduct a wide range of highly technical and complex research procedures and provide input into the development of research protocols. Qualifications: a master’s degree in life sciences or medicine and/or some graduate education in molecular biology; three years of experience at the Research Assistant 2 level or beyond; knowledge of scientific software, HPLC and/mass spectroscopy, tissue culture of mast cells and/or prostate cell lines; general molecular biology protocols such as western blots; and must have knowledge of tissue culture techniques and molecular biology protocols. Submit ETSU application to Dr. Bill Stone, Department of Pediatrics,  James H. Quillen College of Medicine, ETSU, Box 70578, Johnson City, TN 37614-1708.
 

College of Medicine - Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology - Research Associate - Level 8 – 823850 - REVISED AND READVERTISED. East Tennessee State University, James H. Quillen College of Medicine, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, is expanding its research program and is seeking candidates for a Research Associate (Postdoctoral) position. Essential Functions: Responsible for the coordination and management of the departmental research laboratories including the performance of cellular, immunology and molecular biology procedures. The successful applicant will also participate in the development and performance of various multiplex assays on the Luminex 100 platform. Qualifications: Highly motivated and creative Ph.D. or MD scientist with training and relevant research experience in developing and performance of cellular, immunological and molecular biology procedures including experience in the development and performance of multiplex assays. Applicants should have postdoctoral experience, an active publication record and documented experience in writing of grants for extramural funding. Experience in diabetes research is desirable, but not essential. ETSU employs only U.S. citizens and aliens authorized to work in the United States. Interested candidates should send (e-mail preferred) an ETSU application, curriculum vitae, a brief statement of research interest and three letters of reference to: Dr. Kevin Breuel, Ph.D., Associate Professor, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, James H. Quillen College of Medicine, East Tennessee State University, Box 70569, Johnson City, TN 37614-1707; telephone: (423) 439-8031 (office); fax: (423) 439-6766; e-mail: Breuel@etsu.edu .