Job Title: Assistant Professor, 9 Month Salaried (Developmental Neuroscience)
Location: Tallahassee, FL
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 53154
Department

The Psychology Department is very active in research, with Ph.D. programs in clinical, cognitive, developmental, neuroscience, and social. Our department has a vibrant faculty, outstanding resources, a favorable teaching load, and a collegial atmosphere. Faculty utilize a state-of-the-art research-dedicated MRI center featuring a 3T Siemens Prisma scanner, an MR-compatible high-density EEG system, MR-compatible TMS and tES systems, and peripheral equipment.

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Responsibilities

The Department of Psychology at Florida State University invites applications for a tenure track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor in Psychology. We are seeking candidates who take a development lens in their research and use human neuroscience methods. The successful candidate will be a multidisciplinary researcher affiliated with the developmental and neuroscience areas as well as other areas in the department if appropriate. The start date of the position is August 2023. Responsibilities will include teaching and mentoring undergraduate and graduate students, conducting and publishing research, and providing service to the department through work on committees.

Qualifications Candidates with a doctoral degree in any area of psychology or neuroscience will be considered, including, but not limited to, developmental, educational, social, clinical, school, cognitive, or affective. Special consideration will be given to those who use fMRI, fNIRS, and/or EEG methods. The successful candidate will be able to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in neuroscience. Candidates must have a strong publication record, high potential for external grant funding, and a commitment to excellent teaching with a diverse student population.

The Department of Psychology is committed to enhancing the diversity of its faculty, staff, and students. Individuals from groups traditionally underrepresented in Psychology are strongly encouraged to apply.

Other Information

Applicants with a demonstrated commitment to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion through their program of research are encouraged to apply.

Contact Info Inquiries about the position may be directed to the search committee chair, Colleen Ganley (cganley@fsu.edu). For more information about the Psychology department see www.psy.fsu.edu and the multi-departmental Program in Neuroscience, see www.neuro.fsu.edu.

University Information

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research, encourages creativity, and embraces diversity. At FSU, there’s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow’s news!

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Pay Plan

This is a Faculty position.

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Criminal Background Check

This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check, to include fingerprinting. The background check will be conducted as authorized and in accordance with University Policy 4-OP-C-7-B11.

How To Apply

If qualified and interested in a specific Faculty job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://hr.fsu.edu/facultyjobs. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service. Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include education details even if attaching a Vita.

Candidates should provide a (1) cover letter, (2) curriculum vitae, (3) a research statement, (4) a teaching statement, (5) a diversity, equity, and inclusion statement, (6) up to three preprints/reprints, and (7) the names and contact information of three individuals from whom letters of recommendation could be solicited.

Review of applications will begin October 15th, but applications will be accepted through November 30th.

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