Biological Psychology: Tenure-Track Assistant Professor

Psychological Science; Davis, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 117,000 - 142,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California, Davis invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Biological Psychology within the Department of Psychology. The appointee will conduct cutting-edge research on biological mechanisms underlying behavior, teach at undergraduate and graduate levels, and mentor students. Collaboration across neuroscience-related centers is encouraged.

The start date is July 1, 2027, with an open search through 2026. Applications require Ph.D.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or equivalent by July 1, 2027.
• Strong record of research, teaching, and mentoring in biological psychology.
• Experience securing external research funding or strong potential to obtain funding.

Responsibilities

• Conduct high-impact research in biological psychology and contribute to the department’s research portfolio.
• Teach and mentor undergraduate and graduate students and participate in curriculum development.

Skills

Biological psychology

Teaching

Mentoring

Grant writing

Education

Ph.D. in psychology or related field

Job description

University of California, Davis invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Biological Psychology within the Department of Psychology. The appointee will conduct cutting-edge research on biological mechanisms underlying behavior, teach at undergraduate and graduate levels, and mentor students. Collaboration across neuroscience-related centers is encouraged.

The start date is July 1, 2027, with an open search through 2026. Applications require Ph.D.