Assistant Professor in Cognitive Psychology
About The Position
The Department of Psychology at Northeastern Illinois University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Cognitive Psychology, beginning August 2027. A Ph.D. is required upon appointment. The successful candidate will maintain a research program in cognitive psychology involving undergraduate and MA students. Research interests may be in any area of cognitive psychology; preference will be given to candidates with expertise related to human perception. The position includes teaching cognitive psychology and undergraduate and graduate special-topics classes related to the candidate’s research. The professor will oversee undergraduate capstone and MA-level thesis projects, mentor undergraduate and graduate students, and contribute to departmental, university, and community service. The department emphasizes excellence in both teaching and research. Applications should be submitted through the NEIU Workday application system. Candidates must currently reside in and be physically present in the United States and have valid U.S. work authorization. The position requires a background check.
Requirements
- Ph.D. in hand upon appointment.
- Valid U.S. work authorization and current residence and physical presence in the United States.
- Successful completion of a background check.
- Submit a letter of application, statement of teaching philosophy and research program, CV, evidence of teaching effectiveness, three letters of recommendation, recent publications, and a copy of the most recent transcript.
Nice To Haves
- Research expertise in an area of cognitive psychology related to human perception.
Responsibilities
- Maintain a cognitive psychology research program involving undergraduate and MA students.
- Teach cognitive psychology.
- Teach undergraduate and graduate special-topics classes related to the candidate’s area of research.
- Oversee undergraduate capstone and MA-level thesis projects.
- Mentor undergraduate and graduate students.
- Contribute to departmental, university, and community service activities.
Benefits
- Health benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Sick days
- Vacation days
- Participation in the State Universities Retirement System
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
