[CogSci] Assistant Professor in Cognitive Sciences at UC Irvine

[Anna Leshinskaya]

Dear colleagues,


The Department of Cognitive Sciences at the University of California,
Irvine (UCI) seeks an innovative researcher for a tenure-track assistant
professor position with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2026.


We seek a researcher whose work combines the following two elements. First,
the research is empirical and addresses substantive questions in human
cognition (e.g., perception, memory, decision making). Second, the lens of
analysis is informed by computational modeling including cognitive
modeling, computational neuroscience or data science.


We are particularly interested in candidates whose research uses behavioral
experiments and AI approaches. This can include: (1) using AI as a model of
human cognition to advance cognitive theory; (2) using cognitive tools and
theories to scientifically understand neural networks; and (3) empirical
work on human-AI interaction. AI models can include deep neural networks of
vision or language, reinforcement learning systems, or others. UCI offers
strong interdisciplinary collaborations across cognitive science,
neuroscience, computer science, statistics, and engineering and is
well-positioned to support research in areas such as robotics,
neuroscience, and human-AI interaction.


The successful candidate will build an independent research program while
contributing to teaching, mentoring, and service. Learn more about our
department and the university at: https://www.cogsci.uci.edu/.


For full consideration, applications must be completed by November 15,
2025. Priority will be given to applications received by this date, but we
will continue reviewing qualified candidates until the position is filled.


Further information including the application can be found

at: https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/JPF09896.

--
Dr Anna Leshinskaya
Assistant Professor
Cognitive Sciences, UC Irvine
https://relcoglab.org
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