[Comp-neuro] Faculty Position- Computational Cognitive Neuroscience - University of Arizona

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The Department of Psychology (http://psychology.arizona.edu/) and the Cognitive Science Program (http://www.cogsci.arizona.edu/) within the interdisciplinary School of Mind, Brain and Behavior (http://web.mbb.arizona.edu/) at the University of Arizona invite applications for a tenure-track assistant professor faculty position in computational cognitive science or computational cognitive neuroscience.

Applicants should have an excellent research record in a substantive area of cognition (e.g., perception, learning & memory, language, decision-making), and an approach that emphasizes mathematical, statistical or computational methods. Of particular interest are individuals whose work has applications to dynamical systems models, and/or modern neuroimaging techniques. An interdisciplinary, collaborative, perspective and experience with multiple methodologies is highly valued.

The preferred candidate will have experience or a willingness to fully engage in teaching, mentoring, research and service. The successful candidate will be expected to teach at both the graduate and undergraduate levels, and to train graduate students. A Ph.D. is required by August 2014 and post-doctoral experience is preferred.

Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest, statements of research and teaching interests, and a CV. They should also send pdfs of 3 recent publications, and arrange to have 3 letters of recommendation sent (in pdf format) to nhinrich@email.arizona.edu.
We will begin reviewing applications December 1, 2013, and continue until the position is filled.

As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, the University of Arizona recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. The University of Arizona is an EEO/AA - M/W/D/V Employer. Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; state and optional retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

Questions should be directed to Lynn Nadel, Search Chair, nadel@u.arizona.edu
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