Assistant Professor of Neuroscience (Psychology)

Istss; Charleston (SC); Sur place; USD 85 000 - 100 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The College of Charleston in Charleston, SC invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Psychology with a specialty in sensory neuroscience. The position begins August 16, 2027, with a nine-month appointment and a salary competitive with experience. Ph.D.

in Psychology, Neuroscience, or related field required. Candidates must demonstrate commitment to undergraduate teaching and developing an active research program that can involve undergraduates; animal models are encouraged

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Psychology, Neuroscience, or related field.
• Commitment to undergraduate teaching and active undergraduate research.
• Research area in sensory neuroscience open; animal models encouraged.

Responsabilités

• Teach foundational courses in Sensation & Perception and Behavioral Neuroscience.
• Offer Advanced Laboratories in Sensation & Perception and/or Behavioral Neuroscience.
• Develop elective courses related to the candidate’s field and mentor students.

Connaissances

Undergraduate teaching

Research mentoring

Sensory neuroscience

Formation

PhD in Psychology/Neuroscience

Description du poste

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR. The Department of Psychology at the College of Charleston invites applications for a tenure-track position in sensory neuroscience at the assistant professor level beginning August 16th, 2027. Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Psychology, Neuroscience, or a related field and demonstrate a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching and maintaining an active research program within their area of specialization that can involve undergraduate students. The specific research area within sensory neuroscience is open, and candidates specializing in animal models are especially encouraged to apply.

We are particularly interested in candidates who will complement the strengths of existing psychology and neuroscience faculty and whose primary area of research is feasible for student mentoring at the College of Charleston. Primary teaching responsibilities will include foundational courses in Sensation & Perception and Behavioral Neuroscience, Advanced Laboratories in Sensation & Perception and/or Behavioral Neuroscience, specialized elective courses related to the candidate’s field of expertise, and other courses in the Psychology major. A typical semester load would normally involve 9 credit hours.

The College of Charleston, located in Charleston, SC, is a public institution of 11,000 students with a commitment to excellence in teaching and research. The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) is located a few blocks from the main campus and offers the opportunity for research collaboration. For more information on the College and Psychology Department, visit http://charleston.edu/psychology.

Specific questions regarding the advertised position should be directed to Jennifer Wilhelm, search committee chair, at [e-mail]. This is a nine-month appointment; salary is competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications.