[CogSci] Faculty Position in Computational Cognition @ UCSD Psychology

[Caren Walker]

Dear Colleagues,

The Department of Psychology (psychology.ucsd.edu) at UC San Diego invites
applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position focused on
computational and theoretical mechanisms of behavior and/or its neural
bases, with an anticipated start date of July 1st, 2024. Details are below.

Caren Walker

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POSITION DESCRIPTION

We seek candidates interested in understanding behavior through
mathematical models, computer simulations, novel approaches to information
processing, and/or integration with large-scale neurodynamics, including
those with solely theoretical research programs.

The selected candidate will be responsible for establishing a rigorous,
high-quality research program that complements existing departmental
strengths in Behavioral Neuroscience, Cognitive Psychology, Developmental
Psychology, and/or Social Psychology. Additional responsibilities include
teaching graduate and undergraduate level courses and mentoring students
within the Department of Psychology, as well as participating in department
and university service.

The Department of Psychology is committed to academic excellence and
diversity within the faculty, staff, and student body. We are especially
interested in candidates who possess a commitment to supporting diversity,
equity and inclusion in an academic setting.

Department: https://psychology.ucsd.edu/
QUALIFICATIONS
Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

At the time of application, candidates must have a PhD or be ABD (all but
dissertation) in Psychology, Neuroscience, Cognitive Science, Computer
Science, or a related field. Candidates must also have a minimum of 3
publications or preprints in a relevant field.
Additional qualifications (required at time of start)

By the time of appointment, candidates must have a PhD in Psychology,
Neuroscience, Cognitive Science, Computer Science, or a related field.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
Document requirements

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   Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
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   Cover Letter
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   Statement of Research
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   Statement of Teaching
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   Statement of Contributions to Diversity - Applicants should summarize
   their past or potential contributions to diversity. See our Faculty
   Equity
   <https://apol-recruit.ucsd.edu/shortcuts/contributions_to_diversity> site
   for more information.
   -

   Publication or Preprint
   -

   Publication or Preprint
   -

   Publication or Preprint
   -

   Publication or Preprint (Optional)
   -

   Publication or Preprint (Optional)
   -

   Misc / Additional (Optional)

Reference requirements

   - 3-5 letters of reference required

Apply link: https://apol-recruit.ucsd.edu/JPF03684

Help contact: mhedelstein at ucsd.edu
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POSITION OVERVIEW

Position title: Assistant Professor
Salary range: A reasonable salary range estimate for this position is
$99,100-$121,700.
The posted UC Academic salary scales
(https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/compensation/2023-24-academic-salary-scales.html)
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the minimum pay as determined by rank and/or step at appointment. See the
following table for the salary scale for this position
(https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/2023-24/oct-2023-acad-salary-scales/t1.pdf)
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The base salary range, from the salary table, for this position is
$74,600-$97,200.
“Off-scale salaries” and other components of pay, i.e., a salary that is
higher than the published system-wide salary at the designated rank and
step, are offered when necessary to meet competitive conditions,
qualifications, and experience.
Additional UCSD salary information can be found here:
https://aps.ucsd.edu/compensation/apo-salary.html
APPLICATION WINDOW

Open date: September 26, 2023

Next review date: Tuesday, Nov 7, 2023 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date: Sunday, Mar 31, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those
received after the review date will only be considered if the position has
not yet been filled.
CAMPUS INFORMATION

The University of California, San Diego is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative
Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants
will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin,
disability, age, covered veteran status, or other protected categories
covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all
applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as
may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government
directives may impose additional requirements.

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Caren M. Walker, Ph.D.
Associate Professor
Department of Psychology
University of California, San Diego
email: carenwalker at ucsd.edu
cell: 607-761-8020
website: elclab.ucsd.edu
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