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By José de la Isla
Contrary to public perceptions, crime rates for young, male immigrants are far below those of contemporaries born in the United States, reveals a study released Feb. 26 by the Washington, D.C.-based Immigration Policy Center.
Based on extremely low rates of criminal incarceration of immigrants, the report's findings are consistent with figures from similar past studies.
"The Myth of Immigrant Criminality and the Paradox of Assimilation: Incarceration Rates among Native and Foreign-born Men" draws from 2000 census data. It was prepared by Dr. Ruben Rumbaut of the University of California, Irvine, and Dr. Walter Ewing on the CIS staff.
SPECIAL CAREER OPPORTUNITY
Director, National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine
(NCCAM) National Institutes of Health
Department of Health and Human Services
The Office of the Director, National Institutes of Health (NIH), is seeking exceptional candidates
for the position of Director, National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NCCAM).
The incumbent serves as the leader of an organization that explores complementary and alternative
healing practices in the context of rigorous science and disseminates authoritative information to
the public and professionals. The Director, NCCAM, provides leadership for a national program in
four primary areas of focus: 1) advancing scientific research; 2) training researchers in
complementary and alternative medicine (CAM); 3) sharing news and information; and 4) supporting
integration of proven CAM therapies. This position offers a unique opportunity for the right
individual to provide strong and visionary leadership for the Institute and to actively promote
trans-NIH initiatives in the areas that promote the NCCAM mission. Applicants must possess an
M.D., Ph.D., or a comparable doctorate degree in the health sciences field plus senior-level
scientific experience and outstanding scientific knowledge of research programs in one or more
scientific areas related to complementary and alternative medicine. Salary is commensurate with
experience and a full package of benefits (including retirement, health and life insurance, long-
term care insurance, Thrift Savings Plan participation, etc.). A detailed vacancy announcement,
along with mandatory qualifications and application procedures, can be obtained via the NIH Home
Page at: www.jobs.nih.gov under the Executive Jobs section. We are pleased to announce
that Dr. Story Landis, Director of the National Institute for Neurological Disorders and Stroke,
and Dr. Patricia Grady, Director of the National Institute of Nursing Research, will be serving as
co-chairs of the search committee. Questions on announcement procedures may be addressed to
Ms. Stephanie Klingenberg by e-mail at SeniorRe@od.nih.gov or by telephone at (301) 451-7348 .
Applications must be received by close of business April 3, 2007.
DHHS and NIH are Equal Opportunity Employers.
SPECIAL CAREER OPPORTUNITY
Chief Financial Officer
Melwood, a large not-for-profit
agency with an annual budget of over $70 million and 1700 employees
strong, seeks a proven successful financial expert to partner with the
CEO and Executive Team in all aspects of financial planning. Founded
in 1963, Melwood operates a full range of employment, residential, and
recreational services for individuals with developmental disabilities.
The CFO will supervise and motivate the Finance team while directing
the organization’s overall financial responsibilities, including developing
and monitoring the corporate annual budget, monthly financial statements,
accounting, and payroll. This position requires a bachelor’s degree
(masters degree preferred) and a CPA with a minimum of eight years experience
in similar positions. Candidates must demonstrate expertise in all areas
of the field including financial and strategic analysis. Proficiency
in MAS 200 and all MS Office applications required. Strong knowledge
in Information Technology highly desirable. Compensation is commensurate
with experience. Those with outstanding organizational, analytical,
communication and management skills please submit resume with cover
letter and salary requirements to recruiting@melwood.org. Include Chief Financial Officer
on subject line.
Empowering
people with developmental disabilities to enrich
their own lives through our services.
www.melwood.org
Equal Opportunity
Employer
Affirmative
Action/Drug Free Workplace
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