The Division of Personality Studies (Department of Psychiatric Medicine) of the University of Virginia Health System is offering a 1-2 year Postdoctoral Research Fellowship (available now) for training in the investigation of young children who claim to remember previous lives. The person appointed will work full-time on such investigations. Qualifications may vary, but the most desirable applicant would have an M.D. degree and training in adult (and perhaps child) psychiatry. Child psychologists with a Ph.D. may also qualify, especially if experienced in child development. Social anthropologists with a Ph.D. may qualify. Previous experience in research in psychiatry or psychology is desirable, but not essential. A serious intention to pursue a career an research is essential. Because the children to be studied are found more readily in Asia, applicants must be willing to travel and work there as well as in Europe and North America. Journeys for field work abroad may last six weeks. Expenses for travel additional to the stipend will be provided. Stipend will vary between $26K and $42K per year depending on number of years since doctorate obtained.

Persons considering applying for this position are advised to visit the Web site of the Division of Personality Studies: http://hsc.virginia.edu/personality-studies. Letters of inquiry requesting further information will be answered, but please do not telephone.

Applicants should send a letter together with a complete CV, names and addresses of persons who can recommend applicant, and copies of any relevant publications. Letter should state when applicant is available. Write to Dr. Ian Stevenson, Division of Personality Studies, P.O. Box 800152, University of Virginia Health System, Charlottesville, Virginia 22908-0152; (E-mail: ps6r@virginia.edu. The University of Virginia is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer.