Assistant Professor of Psychology – Cognitive Neuroscience

Psychological Science; Middletown (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous sabbatical program

Competitive salary

Dedicated laboratory space

Job summary

A prestigious liberal arts university in Connecticut is seeking a tenure-track Assistant Professor in neuroscience. The role involves teaching courses in behavioral and cognitive neuroscience, mentoring undergraduate research, and conducting a research program focused on human populations. Candidates should have a Ph.D. in Psychology or Neuroscience. This position offers competitive salaries, benefits, and opportunities for research support, fostering a commitment to inclusivity within the university community.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Psychology or Neuroscience required by appointment.
• Research program utilizing experimental or computational methods.
• Experience in mentoring undergraduate research.

Responsibilities

• Teach introductory and specialized courses in neuroscience.
• Mentor undergraduate students in research.
• Participate in faculty governance and academic advising.

Job description

The Department of Psychology at Wesleyan University seeks candidates for two tenure-track positions in neuroscience. We are searching for two broadly-trained cognitive neuroscientists with research programs focused on any area in cognitive neuroscience. The appointment is for the Assistant Professor level, and scheduled to begin on July 1, 2026. A Ph.D. in Psychology in hand by the time of appointment is required to be hired as an Assistant Professor; a successful candidate may be hired at the instructor level pending completion of the Ph.D. requirements within one year of hire.

An ideal candidate will have a doctoral degree in psychology (with a specialization in neuroscience) or in neuroscience, and will be qualified for a secondary appointment in Wesleyan’s Neuroscience and Behavior Program. They will have a promising research program focused on human populations (healthy or clinical), that utilizes experimental and/or computational methods, and may, for example, employ techniques such as ERP/EEG, fNIRS, or other types of physiological recording. They will be prepared to mentor undergraduate student research and to teach an introductory course in Behavioral Neuroscience or Cognitive Neuroscience, two specialized courses in their own area of expertise, and one course in either statistics or research methods. The teaching load is 2/2, in person on Wesleyan’s campus. Additional duties include academic advising and participating in faculty governance at the departmental and university level.

Wesleyan is a highly selective liberal arts university with a strong and diverse undergraduate student body. The University offers a generous sabbatical program and competitive salaries and benefits and supports research with competitive startup funds and dedicated laboratory space. Our faculty have a strong commitment to involving undergraduate students in scholarship, laboratory teaching, and social engagement. The Department currently has 17 full-time faculty members in the areas of cognition, neuroscience, psychopathology, development, culture, and social psychology. Department members also contribute to interdisciplinary programs in Neuroscience and Behavior, Education Studies, Science and Society, and Feminist, Gender, and Sexuality Studies, and participate in a university-supported postdoctoral program.

A complete application includes a cover letter, curriculum vitae, reprints, statement of current research, and documentation of teaching experience, including teaching statement, course syllabi and student evaluations (system only allows 5 uploads, so please combine documents). The application portal requires that these materials be compiled into a single document for uploading. In the cover letter, applicants should describe how they will embrace Wesleyan’s commitment to fostering an inclusive community. Please arrange to have three confidential letters of recommendation submitted directly by the letter writers (you will also be asked to provide the email addresses in the application portal). Applications completed by October 1, 2025, will receive full consideration. Please contact Matt Kurtz at [e-mail] or 860-685-2072 if you have questions about the application process. Please apply at: https://wesleyan.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/careers.