Assistant Professor in Cognitive Neuroscience; University
Listed on 2026-01-12
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Education / Teaching
University Professor, Academic
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Official Job Title
Official Job Title ASSISTANT PROFESSOR
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Working Title:
Assistant Professor in Cognitive Neuroscience
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Position Number
Division
Division College of Letters and Science
Department
Department B4879 PSYCHOLOGY
Position Type
Position Type Faculty
Appointment Type
FLSA Status
FLSA Status Exempt
Percent
Percent 100
Posting Type
Posting Type Faculty & Instructional
Introduction (Description of School/College/Dept/Program)
Introduction (Description of School/College/Dept/Program) Situated on the shores of the largest system of freshwater lakes on earth, the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee provides a world-class and affordable education to 25,000 students from 90 countries. As an R1 research and access university, we are committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment that values excellence in research and teaching. We want to attract, retain, and grow a diverse staff that honors unique experiences and perspectives, and we take pride in the diversity of our student body, faculty and staff, and programs.
The Psychology Department places a premium on excellence in teaching and scholarly research. As a result, we are one of the most dynamic and productive departments atUWM. The faculty are recognized experts in their various disciplines as well as accomplished teachers.
Job Summary
Job Summary The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM) is seeking applicants for a tenure-track faculty position in Cognitive Neuroscience.
UWMis a Carnegie “Research 1” institution located in Wisconsin’s cultural and economic center. We are interested in recruiting outstanding scientists that will build directly on the current strengths of our program (). We expect to make an appointment at the Assistant Professor level. Responsibilities include developing an independent extramurally funded research program and teaching graduate and undergraduate courses in the neurosciences and experimental psychology.
Successful applicants will have access to two research-dedicated
MRI scanners maintained by the Center for Imaging Research (https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).) and should be actively conducting novel, theory-based research in the domain of cognitive neuroscience. Outstanding individuals who use cutting-edge neuroimaging and/or computational methods to address questions about perception, attention, memory, aging, emotion, decision-making, or any combination of these cognitive domains are encouraged to apply. Individuals from minoritized, underrepresented communities are particularly encouraged to apply.
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications Ph.D. in Neuroscience or comparable discipline by the time of appointment
Research interests in Cognitive Neuroscience Postdoctoral training
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications Strong potential for extramural funding
Demonstrated research productivity
Excellence in graduate and undergraduate teaching
Ability to foster graduate and undergraduate research experience
Ability to strengthen/expand existing program
Experience working with colleagues and mentoring students with a diverse array of perspectives and backgrounds
Application Instructions
Application Instructions Review of applications will begin on November 1, 2022 and continue until the position is filled.
To apply please see:/35462
A complete application will consist of a cover letter, vita, a concise statement of research interests, a statement of teaching interests, a statement addressing diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts or philosophy (to be uploaded as “Other Document 1”), and three letters of reference. All application materials should be submitted electronically. Reference letters can be sent via email to psych-faculty search.
UWMis an equal opportunity institution committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Final date to receive applications
Continuous (Open Until Filled?)
Continuous (Open Until Filled?) Yes
If Continuous, Initial Review Date 11/01/2022
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