Assistant Professor of Cognitive Neuroscience

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF COGNITIVE NEUROSCIENCE, University of Hawai'i, position number 88183, 9-month, permanent, general funds, full time, tenure track appointment, to begin August 1, 2022, subject to position clearance and availability of funds. The Cognitive, Neuroscience & Social area within the Department of Psychology (http://www.psychology.hawaii.edu/), University of Hawai'i at Manoa, College of Social Sciences, in Honolulu, Hawai'i, invites applications for an Assistant Professor who will add to the department’s strengths in cognitive psychology and behavioral neuroscience. Of particular interest are candidates who investigate mechanisms of human attention and perception using a combination of behavioral and neuroimaging approaches (EEG and fMRI), candidates who are actively engaged in refining ERP methodologies, and candidates with established connections to imaging centers in Hawaii to further their fMRI/DTI research programs. Due to budget constraints start-up funding will be limited.  

DUTIES:  Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in cognition and behavioral neuroscience, including Research Methods and other related courses, as needed. Supervise and mentor MA and PhD students; seek extramural funding; publish scholarly, peer-reviewed research in the area of expertise; provide service to the department, university and community. Other duties assigned by the chair.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  Ph.D. in Psychology or Neuroscience (e.g., Cognitive, Behavioral Neuroscience, Cognitive Neuroscience) or related field from an accredited college or university or foreign equivalent; demonstrated ability to teach cognition, behavioral neuroscience, research methods, and undergraduate statistics; record of research accomplishment (publications, grants) commensurate with time in the field; and ability to interact with faculty, staff, and students in a productive and professional manner.  

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:  The ideal candidate will also have (1) post-doctoral research experience in related area; (2) a demonstrated ability to receive extramural funding from public and private sources; and (3) current funding capable of offsetting the majority of start-up costs.   

SALARY RANGE:   Commensurate with qualifications and experience.  

TO APPLY: 

Electronic applications only to https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/hawaii.edu and search for Position Number 0088183, JOB# 2021-01356 to submit an application. Submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of research interests and experience, statement of teaching philosophy and awards, evidence of teaching ability, such as course evaluations, a copy of latest college transcript, three relevant publications, and contact information for three recommenders. Official transcripts will be required upon hire.  Please also submit a diversity statement that addresses past experience, activities and future plans to advance equity, inclusion, and diversity in your professional career.   

INQUIRIES:  For application inquiries, please contact the Search Committee, Department of Psychology, at kpauker@hawaii.edu. CLOSING DATE: 01/17/2022.  Review of applications will begin 01/18/2022. The University of Hawai`i is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Application Materials Required:
Submit the following items online to complete your application:

• Cover letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Research statement
• Teaching statement
• Diversity statement
• Course evaluations
• Copy of latest college transcript
• Three relevant publications
• Contact information for three recommenders

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Employment is contingent on satisfying employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986; reference checks of previous employers; and for certain positions, criminal history record checks.

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Accommodation Request:  The University of Hawai'i complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).  Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the EEO coordinator directly.  Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.  For further information, please refer to the following link: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/accommodation-request/

COVID-19 VACCINATION REQUIREMENT:

Effective January 3, 2022, the University of Hawaii requires all employees, students and visitors be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Exemptions may be granted for medical condition(s) or a sincerely held religious belief. Applicants should be prepared to comply with this requirement as a condition of employment.