"Assistant Professor of Psychology - Human Cognition or Cognitive Neuroscience"

Off-scale salaries and other components of pay (i.e., a salary that is higher than the published systemwide salary at the designated rank and step), are offered when necessary to meet competitive conditions, qualifications, and experience. A reasonable estimated salary range for this position is $110,000 - $136,000, inclusive of the salary scale and off-scale salary components.

The Department of Psychology at the University of California, Davis invites applications for an Assistant Professor (tenure-track) position. We seek applicants whose research falls in any area of human cognition or cognitive neuroscience, broadly construed. The successful candidate may have the opportunity to affiliate with or be a member of the UC Davis Center for Mind and Brain (https://mindbrain.ucdavis.edu) and/or the UC Davis Center for Neuroscience (https://neuroscience.ucdavis.edu). UC Davis is internationally recognized for excellence in mind and brain research. Our collaborative, interdisciplinary culture fosters innovation and supports high-impact scholarship.

The expected start date for this position is July 1, 2026. The position will remain open until filled. Applications must be submitted by October 21, 2025 for full consideration. Applications submitted after this date may not be considered. If you have any questions about the search or position, feel free to contact the Search Committee Chair, Dr. Andrew Yonelinas: apyonelinas@ucdavis.edu.

To apply, visit https://recruit.ucdavis.edu/JPF07300