The Department invites applications from outstanding candidates at the Associate and Full Professor ranks. Exceptional candidates at the Assistant Professor stage, especially those nearing their tenure review, will also be considered.
The department is also conducting open-rank searches in Cognitive Neuroscience and Cognitive Psychology. Candidates conducting primarily human neuroscience research are invited to apply to the Cognitive Neuroscience position. Candidates using primarily behavioral and/ or computational measures are invited to apply to the Cognitive Psychology position. For information about these other two searches please go to please go to: https://pbs.jhu.edu/about/jobs/. Candidates are invited to apply to multiple searches when appropriate.
Within the highly collaborative environment of the Johns Hopkins University, PBS represents a vibrant community of researchers investigating the mind and the brain. We enjoy rich interactions with neuroscientists in the Departments of Biology, Biomedical Engineering, Cognitive Science, Computer Science, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, the Mind/Brain Institute, Neuroscience, Neurology and Otolaryngology.
Review of applications will begin December 1, 2025, and will continue on a rolling basis. Preference will be given to applications received on or before January 15, 2026. Applicants may write to Dr. Shreesh P. Mysore with subject "[PBS Behavioral Neuroscience Search]" with questions about this search.
Consistent with the University's goals of achieving excellence in all areas, we will assess the comprehensive qualifications of each applicant.
Qualifications
Candidates must have a Ph.D. in Psychology, Cognitive Science, Neuroscience or related field, and relevant postdoctoral experience.
Application Instructions
Applicants should submit a CV, research statement, teaching statement, and three representative publications. For applicants applying at the level of Assistant Professor, three letters of reference are also required.
To apply for this position, visit: https://apply.interfolio.com/178110
Salary Range
The referenced salary range represents the minimum and maximum salaries for this position and is based on Johns Hopkins University's good faith belief at the time of posting. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. The actual compensation offered to the selected candidate may vary and will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, internal equity, market conditions, education/training and other factors, as reasonably determined by the University.
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