Assistant Professor in Quantitative Methods and Computational Psychology

University of Southern California; Glendale (CA); Presencial; USD 115.000 - 139.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

University of Southern California invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in the Quantitative Methods and Computational Psychology area within the Dornsife College. We seek candidates with strong research programs in quantitative and computational methods, including psychometrics/measurement and machine learning/AI, with broad applicability to psychology and behavioral science.

The appointment is expected to begin in August 2027.

Formación

• Ph.D. completed with strong publication record.

Educación

Ph.D. in relevant field

Descripción del empleo

The Department of Psychology's Quantitative Methods and Computational Psychology area within the Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences at the University of Southern California welcomes applicants for a tenure-track position with the rank of Assistant Professor. In particular, we seek applicants with strong research programs in quantitative and computational methods, broadly defined, particularly in one or both of the following areas: 1. psychometrics /measurement, 2. machine learning and artificial intelligence. We are particularly interested in candidates developing new quantitative approaches to address methodological challenges in psychological and behavioral research, with broad application and expertise that complements other areas in the Psychology Department.

The appointment is expected to begin in August 2027. Candidates must have completed their Ph.D. and demonstrate an excellent doctoral and/or post-doctoral record that includes a strong track record of publications and potential to secure extramural funding. The department aims to foster a diverse intellectual community and strongly encourages applications from all underrepresented groups.

For questions related to the search, please contact Richard John, [e-mail]. More information about the program at USC can be found at https://dornsife.usc.edu/psyc/.

The annual base salary range for this position is $115,000 - $139,125.