General Department News Archive

The following items were reported more than four months ago.

IPHY Welcomes Suzanne Nelson
The IPHY department has recently hired Suzanne Nelson as an Instructor. Suzanne's main responsibility will be to teach the department's nutrition courses (IPHY 2420 - Nutrition, Health and Performance; IPHY 3440 - Nutrition, Health and Wellness). Suzanne received her Ph.D. from the University of Florida and also has an M.A. in Science Education from CU. She has taught a wide variety of nutrition courses including Human Nutrition, Nutrition and Anthropology, and Wildlife Nutrition. We are excited to have Suzanne as part of the IPHY faculty and welcome her aboard.

Faculty Position in Integrative Physiology

Specialization - Expertise in integrative physiology, defined as the study of biological function by linking observations from molecules to populations of individuals. The department will consider applications from individuals with a broad range of interests, including aging, biomedical epidemiology, cardiovascular disease, cell biology, immunology, quantitative methods, and skeletal muscle.

Rank - Tenure-track position at the level of assistant professor. Start Date - August 20, 2012

Qualifications - Applicants must have completed postdoctoral training. Previous research by the applicant must be published in premier journals, including those in physiology. Evidence of an ability to obtain extramural grant support is required and some teaching experience is preferred. Individuals will be expected to teach one of the core courses for the undergraduate degree in integrative physiology, plus additional courses as required.

Responsibilities - (1) to establish an independent research program that is supported by awards from extramural agencies; (2) to contribute to the teaching mission of the undergraduate program; (3) to provide teaching and mentoring for graduate students and postdoctoral fellows; and (4) to perform service for the department, university, and profession.

General Information - The faculty roster for the Department of Integrative Physiology includes 23 tenured and tenure-eligible faculty and 9 instructors. The department offers the B.A., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees in Integrative Physiology. The undergraduate and graduate programs comprise ~1700 and 60 students, respectively. For more details on the department and the university, visit our website (http://www.colorado.edu/intphys). The Boulder campus is one of three in the University of Colorado system, and is approximately 35 miles from the Health Sciences Center in Denver.

Application Procedure - A description of the position can be found at the website www.colorado.edu/ArtsSciences/Jobs. Applications are only accepted electronically at https://www.jobsatcu.com, posting #813927. An application requires: (1) cover letter stating qualifications, research goals, an explanation of how your expertise adds synergy to existing strengths in the department, and teaching qualifications; (2) current curriculum vita; (3) three original research articles; and (4) list of three references with contact information.

Review of the applications will begin on November 1, 2011 and continue until a candidate is identified. Additional information can be obtained by phone (303-492-3122), fax (303-492-4009), or e-mail (marsha.cook@colorado.edu). The University of Colorado Boulder is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building a diverse workforce. We encourage applications from women, racial and ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans. Alternative formats of this ad can be provided upon request for individuals with disabilities by contacting the ADA Coordinator at 303-492-1334.

Hormones and Reproduction of Vertebrates
Hormones and Reproduction of Vertebrates, edited by Prof. David Norris and Kristin Lopez, was recently released. This five-volume set represents a comprehensive and integrated treatment of reproduction in vertebrates from fishes of all sorts through mammals. It is designed to provide a readable, coordinated description of reproductive basics in each group of vertebrates as well as an introduction to the latest trends in reproductive research and our understanding of reproductive events.

IPHY doctoral program receives high marks
The National Research Council (NRC) reported what it calls "illustrative" ranges of rankings on overall program quality and on three dimensions of doctoral education-research activity, student support and outcomes, and gender and ethnic diversity of the academic environment. The IPHY doctoral program received overall rankings as high as fourth when compared over 60 other physiology programs in the country. The NRC approach takes into account many factors ranging from number of students, faculty publications, graduation rates, faculty honors and awards, combined using a lengthy and complex statistical analysis process. Congratulations to both the grad students and faculty alike for this significant achievement.

Benjamin Greenwood appointed as assistant research professor
Dr. Greenwood completed undergraduate and graduate degrees at the University of Colorado at Boulder with a double major (1999) in psychology and kinesiology, an M.S. (2001) in Kinesiology and Applied Physiology, and a Ph.D. (2005) in Integrative Physiology and Neuroscience. His postdoctoral training at CU-Boulder included a project that was funded by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. His current research, which is funded by the National Institute of Mental Health, examines the neurobiological mechanisms by which physical activity status impacts cognitive and behavioral responses to stress, focusing primarily on learning and memory, depression, and anxiety-related behaviors in rodents. His long-term goals are to do identify the neurobiological mechanisms by which physical activity increases resistance against stress-related psychiatric disorders.

Christopher DeSouza promoted to professor
Since being promoted to the rank of associate professor with tenure in 2005, Dr. DeSouza has continued to be among the top performers in the department each year in teaching, research, and service. These accomplishments have been recognized by the University as they have agreed with the recommendation of the Department that he be promoted to the rank of professor. His research focuses on vascular biology, as he examines the interface between physiology and blood chemistry. The significance of this work is underscored by the breadth of topics he has studied, which include the effects of aging, obesity, hormone replacement therapy, HIV-1 infection, oxidative stress, and regular physical activity. The Department concurs with the University's conclusion that we are fortunate to claim a colleague of his calibre among our ranks.

Marissa Ehringer promoted with tenure
After evaluations by the Department, College of Arts of Sciences, and the University, Dr. Marissa Ehringer has been promoted to the rank of associate professor with tenure. She is also a faculty fellow in the Institute of Behavioral Genetics. Dr. Ehringer's research focuses on understanding the molecular genetic mechanisms that contribute to the development of substance abuse, mainly alcohol- and nicotine-related problems. The Department is fortunate to claim a colleague of her caliber among our ranks.

IPCL Staff Research Assistant
Job Opening: IPCL Staff Research Assistant. Full Time Staff Research Assistant. Position Description: Provide technical assistance for IPCL (Integrative Physiology Core Laboratory) measurements and other procedures, including GXT, VO2 max testing, exercise blood pressures; Resting EKG and blood pressure measurements; Resting Metabolic Rate; Body Composition (DXA); Exercise prescription and supervision of training; Assessment of physical activity; Computer data entry (PC computer, Windows xp, Microsoft Word, Excel); Heart Rate Monitors (initializing/subject instruction/downloading); Help with lab setup and take down for different protocols; Calibration and preventative maintenance of equipment; Ordering supplies; Writing policies and procedures. Provide assistance for clinical research training related to these procedures. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in exercise physiology, or related field; Experience in performing measurements related to exercise and applied physiology on human subjects. Application: Please send or e-mail resumes to: Mary Jo Reiling, University of Colorado at Boulder, Clinical Translational Research Center, Wardenburg Health Center, Rm 370, 119 UCB, Boulder, CO 80309-0119. Ph: (303) 735-1377. Fax: (303) 735-1968. reiling@colorado.edu.

Assistant Professor Position
The Department is recruiting for an assistant professor in integrative physiology. This is a tenure-track position that begins August 16, 2010. Applicants must add synergy to existing strengths in the Department. The review of applications will begin on November 1, 2009. Additional information can be obtained from Marsha Cook (marsha.cook@colorado.edu).