[CogSci] Tenure-Track Assistant Professor Position in the Department, of Cognitive Sciences, University of California, Irvine

[Mark Steyvers]

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. 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.

Apply link: https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/JPF09896

-- 
Mark Steyvers
Professor and Chair
Department of Cognitive Sciences
University of California, Irvine
2566 Social & Behavioral Sciences Gateway Building
Irvine, CA 92697-5100
(949) 824-7642
mark.steyvers at uci.edu
https://steyvers.socsci.uci.edu/