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Assistant Professor (Tenure-Track) Department of Psychology University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign is searching for a full-time tenure track Assistant Professor of Psychology whose research area involves  Quantitative Approaches to Decision Making . Ideal candidates should span at least two strands among computational, data-analytic, empirical, mathematical, and statistical approaches. In addition to studying the decision sciences (broadly construed), substantive areas of interest can include, but are not limited to, animal, biological, cognitive, clinical, developmental, educational, economic, neuroscientific, organizational, political, and social paradigms. Priority will be given to candidates with a strong potential, or an established track record, in interdisciplinary and/or converging approaches. The Department of Psychology at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign embraces the values of open, rigorous, and reproducible science. Salary is competitive. The University of Ilinois College of Liberal Arts and Sciences is a world leader in research, teaching, and public engagement. Faculty in the College create knowledge, address critical societal needs through the transfer and application of knowledge, and prepare students for lives of impact in the state, nation, and globally. To meet these objectives, the College embraces and values diversity and difference through hiring faculty candidates who can contribute through their research, teaching, and/or service to the diversity and excellence of the Illinois community.  The University of Illinois is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For more information, visit   http://go.illinois.edu/EEO .  Statement of Duties Successful candidates are expected to (a) establish and maintain an active and independent research program, conducting high-quality scholarly research for publication in leading academic outlets, (b) teach effectively in the quantitative psychology program at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, and (c) provide service to the department, the university, and the profession. Basic Qualifications Applicants must have a promising research agenda and a strong commitment to undergraduate and graduate teaching. A Ph.D. in Psychology or other discipline broadly related to decision science is needed by mid-June 2020 for a preferred start date of August 16, 2020.  Application Material To apply, create your candidate profile through   https://jobs.illinois.edu   and upload your application materials: letter of application, CV, representative publications, statement of teaching and research interests, and evidence of teaching effectiveness by October 15, 2019. The online application will require the contact information or Interfolio ID for three professional references. Referees will be contacted electronically by the Department within 1-2 business days after submission of the application. Only applications submitted through the University of Illinois Job Board will be considered. Questions about the position or application procedures may be directed to Prof. Michel Regenwetter at  regenwet@illinois.edu  with the subject line “Decision faculty search.” The University of Illinois conducts criminal background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer.

The Department of Psychology at Cornell University seeks to hire an Associate or Full Professor from any area of Psychology. Applicants must have a distinguished record of scholarly impact and preference will be given to candidates with the potential to serve in a leadership capacity in the Department in the future. Review of applications will begin October 1 and continue until the position is filled. Applicants must upload into Academic Jobs online at https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/14149 a cover letter, curriculum vitae, along with a list of the applicant’s five most impactful publications, a brief statement of teaching interests,  and a statement of contribution to diversity, equity and inclusion. Confidential letters of recommendation may be solicited at a later date. For more information on the diversity statement, please see: http://facultydevelopment.cornell.edu/information-for-faculty-candidates/ Diversity and inclusion are fundamental to Cornell University’s heritage and applications from women and minority candidates are especially welcome. Cornell is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.

The University of Chieti (Italy) invites applicants for a Postdoctoral Researcher position in behavioral economics/decision making. The position is funded for 3 years with the possibility of renewal for 2 additional years (Fixed-Term Researcher RTD-A). Candidates should have a PhD in psychology, cognitive neuroscience, behavioral economics, or related disciplines. Successful applicants will have demonstrated research interests in experimental psychology, decision making, behavioral economics with a prooven record of strong experimental and statistical training. A strong publication record is highly preferred. Knowledge of eye movements or neuroimaging analysis methods, and experimental design is preferred.  The applicant should be highly motivated and able to work both independently and as part of a team. Grant proposal writing experience is a strong plus.  Requirements: PhD degree completed within 8 years from the date of the appointment; At least 24 months of postdoctoral experience. Candidates currently working, or who have held previous positions, in Italy are subject to additional requirements.  Interested candidates should send CV and cover letter to Prof. Alberto Di Domenico ( alberto.didomenico@unich.it )

Duke Kunshan University (DKU)  invites applications for multiple faculty positions in a new major in Behavioral Science. We seek candidates from Psychology and Neuroscience, Economics, Public Policy, Political Science, and Sociology who study and teach about interactions among individual differences, institutions (e.g. governmental policies, business, environment), group memberships and identity, and cultural and societal norms. Areas include but are not limited to behavioral and neuro economics, psychology (developmental, social, clinical, neuroscience, industrial/organizational), organizational sociology, public policy, law and society, regulation and governance, game theory, decision making, and political psychology. Sample topics include but are not limited to voting behavior, legal decision making, how diversity shapes group dynamics, cross-cultural differences in perception and decision making, designing laws and public policies in ways that enhance compliance, and the ethical questions that underlay using behavioral science in the public and private sector.  These positions are open with regard to rank including tenured, tenure track and non-tenure track. Mid-career and senior faculty are especially encouraged to apply.  In order to meet Chinese visa requirements, prior to the position start date international (non-Chinese) candidates must have worked full-time for at least two years (including post-doctoral work) after receiving their Bachelor’s degree.  DKU is a collaborative partnership of Duke University, Wuhan University and the Municipality of Kunshan, China ( https://dukekunshan.edu.cn/ ).  Our campus provides an innovative, interdisciplinary undergraduate liberal arts experience to a student body that will number 2000 students and 150+ faculty, with an acceptance rate of <8% and a student body represented by over 40 countries. We also offer a series of Master’s level graduate programs. The DKU pedagogical model draws on the best of Duke’s educational experience and resources to reimagine undergraduate instruction on an intimate campus setting.   Similar to the best liberal arts colleges in the United States, DKU values dedication to teaching excellence in a liberal arts environment, as well as a strong commitment to successful scholarly engagement and research. This includes research with undergraduate students.  As a whole, the Duke Kunshan faculty will have strong commitments to teaching and research, and outstanding quality in both areas will be highly valued.  Candidates must hold a Ph.D. degree or equivalent in an appropriate field. Applicants should provide a cover letter including a clear statement of the candidate’s specific interest in DKU, a curriculum vitae, a research statement, and a teaching statement, as well as the names and contact information for three references. All materials should be submitted through Academic Jobs Online: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/14463 . The search committee also invites and encourages letters of nomination for potential candidates. Nominations and questions about the positions may be sent to social-science-search@dukekunshan.edu.cn using “Behavioral Science” as the subject line. Priority will be given to applications received by October 15, 2019; we will accept applications until the positions are filled.   The DKU campus is 37 miles west of Shanghai in Kunshan, and is connected to Shanghai via an 18-minute high-speed train. DKU provides internationally competitive compensation, housing allowance, child education benefits (for applicable faculty positions), and a discretionary fund or start-up package.    As an international intellectual community that encourages diversity, openness and creative learning, DKU welcomes outstanding faculty from around the world who contribute diverse perspectives and experiences to a global learning and research environment. DKU particularly welcomes applications from underrepresented groups and minorities. 

The Department of Psychology, University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM) invites applications for a tenure stream appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor in the area of Cognitive Psychology, focusing on Human-Technology Interaction. The successful applicant will join the  Perception, Cognition, and Language Cluster.  The appointment will begin July 1, 2020, or shortly thereafter.    The successful candidate will have received a Ph.D. in Psychology or related field by the start date of the appointment, or shortly thereafter. The applicant must demonstrate evidence of excellence in both teaching and research in an area that expands and complements the breadth of our  department.  Candidates must have a research program that demonstrates strengths in both theory and methodology in the general area of Human-Technology Interaction. Example research topics include but are not limited to brain-computer interfaces, human-robot interaction, and sensory-motor behaviour in the context of augmented reality.    A record of excellence in research will be demonstrated by high quality contributions in top-ranked and field-relevant academic journals, the submitted research statement, presentations at significant conferences, awards, and other honours, as well as strong endorsements from referees of high standing. Evidence of excellence in teaching will be demonstrated through a teaching dossier documenting the candidate's contributions to teaching and learning, which includes a teaching statement, sample syllabi, and teaching evaluations, as well as strong letters of reference.    The successful applicant will be expected to develop and maintain an internationally competitive, active, innovative, independent, externally funded program of research and to contribute to the education and training of undergraduate students as well as graduate students enrolled in the tri-campus University of Toronto Psychology Graduate Program. There will be opportunities to collaborate with UTM psychologists exploring Perception, Cognition, and Language across the lifespan, as well as with psychologists in other clusters (Behavioural Neuroscience, Developmental Science, and/or Health, Adaptation and Well-being), and other researchers on all three campuses of the University of Toronto.    Salary to be commensurate with qualifications and experience.    For more information on the Department of Psychology, UTM please visit us at  http://www.utm.utoronto.ca/psychology/welcome-psychology-utm    Application Information: All qualified candidates are invited to apply online via: https://utoronto.taleo.net/careersection/10050/jobdetail.ftl?job=1903326&tz=GMT-04%3A00&tzname=America%2FNew_York .   Applications should include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, teaching dossier (including a statement of teaching philosophy, sample syllabi, and teaching evaluations), a statement outlining current and future research interests, and no more than three copies of representative publications.    Equity and diversity are among UTM’s core values and are essential to academic excellence. We seek candidates who value diversity and whose research, teaching and service bear out our commitment to equity. Candidates are therefore also asked to submit a 1-2 page statement of contributions to equity and diversity, which might cover topics such as (but not limited to): research or teaching that incorporates a focus on underrepresented groups, the development of inclusive pedagogies, or the mentoring of students from underrepresented groups.    All application materials must be submitted online. Please direct questions to:  psychair.admin@utoronto.ca.  The application deadline is October 17, 2019.    Submission guidelines can be found at:  http://uoft.me/how-to-apply . We recommend combining attachments into one or two files in PDF/MS Word format.    Applicants must also ask at least three referees to send letters (dated, signed, and on letterhead), directly to the department via e-mail to  psychair.admin@utoronto.ca  by the closing date. We encourage applicants to use Interfolio  http://www.interfolio.com/services/dossier/  for their letters of reference only.    The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons/persons of colour, women, Indigenous/Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.    As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see  http://uoft.me/UP.     All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.  

The University of Kansas seeks a tenure-track assistant professor in the Department of Psychology expected to begin as early as August 18, 2020. The desired candidate will have a program of research and a teaching portfolio that can contribute to at least one of the unit’s programs: Brain, Behavior and Quantitative Science, Clinical Psychology, and/or Social Psychology. The candidate must also have research and teaching expertise in advanced quantitative or computational methods. An ideal candidate will have expertise developing or using quantitative and/or computational models that can address theory-driven questions. A Ph.D., ABD, or terminal degree is expected by the start date of appointment. In a continuing effort to enrich its academic environment and provide equal educational and employment opportunities, the University of Kansas actively encourages applications from members of underrepresented groups in higher education.   The successful applicant must have appropriate authorization to work in the U.S. before employment begins. 

Recruitment #:                  F1909 Application Deadline:       Review begins November 1, 2019. Position open until filled. Salary Range:                     WOU’s Salary Schedule can be found in Article 16 of the WOUFT-CBA 2017-2020. Start Date:                         September 16, 2020 Benefits:                             Western Oregon University offers an excellent benefits package for eligible employees that includes 95% premium paid healthcare, a generous retirement package, and reduced tuition rates for employee, spouse, or dependent at any of the Oregon Public Universities. http://www.wou.edu/hr/benefits/ Department/Division / Job Summary: Western Oregon University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Biological Psychology, Neuroscience, or a closely related field. The successful candidate would join a robust division with 12 other tenure-track faculty and several non-tenure track faculty http://www.wou.edu/behavioralsciences The teaching load is three courses per term and may include General Psychology, Behavioral Neuroscience, Cognitive Neuroscience, Psychopharmacology, Motivation, Introduction to Research Methods, Quantitative Methods, Advanced Research Methods, and seminars/courses in the applicant’s specialty area. We are not considering candidates who require Visa sponsorship support. Additionally, the university typically only considers visa support for employees placed in specialized positions that are continuing regular university appointments. Minimum Qualifications: A Ph.D. is required. (ABDs considered if degree requirements are completed prior to September 16, 2020.) Preferred Qualifications: Teaching experience, an established research program, and a strong quantitative background Ability to develop courses in which biological psychology and/or neuroscience are applied to other areas of psychology, such as cognition, development, law, emotion, or health. Contact Information: Questions regarding this position may be directed to Dr. Jaime Cloud, Search Committee Chair, at cloudj@mail.wou.edu. For questions regarding the application process or to submit your application documents, please contact WOU Human Resources at 503-838-8552 or employment@wou.edu.   Application Instructions: You may submit all materials online at www.wou.edu/facultyapp Required application materials (PDF preferred): WOU Employment Application available at www.wou.edu/facultyapp Letter of application which includes a discussion of teaching experience and research interests. Please include how your experience, education, and/or training might help us build a more inclusive, collaborative, and diverse community. Curriculum vita Contact information for three references Copy of unofficial transcripts for highest degree earned As an alternative, you may also submit application materials to: E99895, Assistant Professor of Psychological Science, Human Resources, Western Oregon University, 345 Monmouth Ave N, Monmouth, OR 97361; OR E-mail to employment@wou.edu ; OR fax to: 503-838-8144 Western Oregon University (WOU) www.wou.edu is a mid-sized public comprehensive university located in the heart of Oregon’s lush Willamette Valley. The university serves a large number of first-generation college students. WOU has received national recognition for its commitment and success in serving students. The campus is approximately 20 minutes from Salem, the state’s capital, 75 minutes from Portland, the state’s cultural hub, and a short drive from the Oregon coast, mountains, and other scenic areas. The university is located in an increasingly diverse, bilingual, and rural area in the Willamette Valley. Our student body of approximately 4800 undergraduate and 600 graduate students enjoys a vibrant and close-knit intellectual community. Western Oregon University is an AA/EOE/Veteran/Disability employer and is committed to fostering diversity in its student body, faculty, and staff.    

The Department of Psychology, University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM) invites applications for a tenure-stream appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor in the area of Developmental Neuropsychology , broadly defined. The appointment will begin July 1, 2020, or shortly thereafter.    The successful applicant must have received a Ph.D. in Psychology or related field by the start date of the appointment, or shortly thereafter and demonstrate evidence of excellence in both teaching and research. Candidates must conduct research with humans. Researchers who conduct studies with special populations are strongly encouraged to apply, especially if their work is lab-based and has clinical and/or applied relevance. The successful candidate will have a rigorous program of research that focuses on the relationship between brain and behaviour in any developmental period(s) - from the prenatal period to adolescence, in an area of Psychology that complements and expands the breadth of  our program . Candidates must have a strong research program in developmental neuropsychology that demonstrates both theoretical and methodological excellence that complements ongoing  research in the department.     A record of excellence in research will be demonstrated by high quality contributions in top-ranked and field-relevant academic journals or forthcoming publications meeting high international standards, the submitted research statement, presentations at significant conferences, awards, and other honours, as well as strong endorsements from referees of high standing. Evidence of excellence in teaching will be demonstrated through a teaching dossier, to include a teaching statement, sample syllabi and teaching evaluations, documenting the candidate's contributions to teaching and learning, as well as strong reference letters.    The successful applicant will be expected to develop and maintain an internationally competitive, active, innovative, independent, externally funded program of research and to contribute to the education and training of undergraduate students as well as graduate students enrolled in the tri-campus University of Toronto Psychology Graduate Program. There will be opportunities to collaborate with UTM psychologists in research clusters focused on Behavioural Neuroscience, Developmental Science, Perception Cognition and Language, and/or Health, Adaptation and Well-being, as well as with researchers on all three campuses of the University of Toronto. Applicants who help bridge the Developmental Science and Behavioral Neuroscience research clusters within our department are especially welcomed. Applicants are encouraged to speak to how they will contribute to the research activities of the department.    Salary to be commensurate with qualifications and experience.   For more information on the Department of Psychology, UTM please visit us at  http://www.utm.utoronto.ca/psychology/welcome-psychology-utm       Application Information:  All qualified candidates are invited to apply online via: https://utoronto.taleo.net/careersection/10050/jobdetail.ftl?job=1903324&tz=GMT-04%3A00&tzname=America%2FNew_York   Applications should include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, teaching dossier (including a statement of teaching philosophy, sample syllabi, and teaching evaluations), a statement outlining current and future research interests, and copies of no more than 3 representative publications.    Equity and diversity are among UTM’s core values and are essential to academic excellence. We seek candidates who value diversity and whose research, teaching and service bear out our commitment to equity. Candidates are therefore also asked to submit a 1-2 page statement of contributions to equity and diversity, which might cover topics such as (but not limited to): research or teaching that incorporates a focus on underrepresented communities, the development of inclusive pedagogies, or the mentoring of students from underrepresented groups.    All application materials must be submitted online. Please direct questions to:  psychair.admin@utoronto.ca .   The application deadline is October 15, 2019.    Submission guidelines can be found at:  http://uoft.me/how-to-apply .  We recommend combining attachments into one or two files in PDF/MS Word format.   Applicants must also ask at least three referees to send letters (dated, signed, and on letterhead), directly to the department via e-mail to  psychair.admin@utoronto.ca  by the closing date. We encourage applicants to use Interfolio  http://www.interfolio.com/services/dossier/  for their letters of reference only.   All application materials, including reference letters, must be received by  October 15, 2019.    The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons/persons of colour, women, Indigenous/Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.   As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey.  This survey is voluntary.  Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff.  Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes.  For more information, please see  http://uoft.me/UP .   All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.