Assistant Professor - Behavioral Neuroscience

Utah State University•Logan, UT

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Psychology Department at Utah State University invites applications for two tenure-track Assistant Professor positions in Behavioral Neuroscience. We are interested in candidates whose research programs advance understanding of brain–behavior relationships using behavioral, cognitive, developmental, affective, computational, or translational neuroscience approaches. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates whose work aligns with behavioral neuroscience broadly construed. The department newly offers a B.S. in Behavioral Neuroscience and is actively expanding the program’s curriculum and research activities. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses within this program, as well as advanced graduate seminars. We are particularly interested in candidates whose research program provides meaningful opportunities for undergraduate participation. We seek new colleagues who are committed to involving students in research through laboratory experiences, thesis supervision, conference presentations, and other high-impact learning opportunities. To support these endeavors, the Department offers a supportive research environment, including dedicated laboratory space, specialized equipment, and facilities that support both human and non-human animal research. Located on the main campus in Logan, Utah, the positions are tenure-track, full-time, nine-month academic year appointments and are not eligible for remote work. Start date for the positions will be August 1, 2027. The positions are contingent on a successful background check. Review of applications will begin November 10, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled. Inquiries may be directed to the search committee chair, Dr. Christopher Warren ([email protected]).

Requirements

Completed PhD in Psychology, Neuroscience, or a closely related field before appointment (ABD considered with a timely completion plan)
Active or developing research program in behavioral neuroscience
Evidence of research productivity and potential to secure external research funding
Effective teaching and mentoring ability
Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated potential to engage undergraduate and graduate students in research, professional, clinical, community-engaged, or other experiential opportunities that support their academic and career development
Evidence of grant involvement or success
Research program complementing or extending departmental and university neuroscience strengths
Potential to contribute to the growth of the undergraduate Behavioral Neuroscience program, including development of training that prepares students for post-baccalaureate education and training, and/or careers in neuroscience, health, human-technology interaction, or related fields
Ability to teach graduate-level methods or quantitative coursework
Evidence of effective supervision or mentorship
Experience working collaboratively across disciplinary contexts

Responsibilities

Conduct and disseminate research in behavioral neuroscience (e.g., develop an independent research program, publish in peer-reviewed journals)
Establish an active research program with the potential to attract external funding and that actively involves undergraduate and graduate students.
Contribute to undergraduate and graduate instruction, including the continued development of the B.S. in Behavioral Neuroscience, through courses aligned with the candidate’s expertise and departmental needs.
Mentor graduate students in psychology and/or the interdisciplinary Neuroscience PhD program
Participate in departmental governance, including committee work and program development
Contribute service to the college, university, and profession