Assistant Professor- Psychology

Assistant Professor in Cognitive Neuroscience The Department of Psychology at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign invites applications for a full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor position with expertise in leveraging high-field 7-Tesla human magnetic resonance imaging with specific emphasis in cognitive neuroscience. A PhD in Psychology or related disciplines is required by mid-June for a preferred start date of August 16, 2027. Candidates should show evidence of research productivity, teaching and mentorship effectiveness, and potential for external funding. Experience with magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is required, and expertise or a clear potential to use high-field imaging is preferred. The target start date is August 16, 2027, but is negotiable. The budgeted salary range for the position is $95,000 to $104,000 at the Assistant Professor level for a 9-month service basis (paid over 12 months). The pay offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors including the experience and qualifications of the selected candidate including equivalent years in rank, training, and field or discipline; internal equity; and external market pay for comparable jobs. This position will be expected to work at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign campus on a full-time basis per the University's Workplace Flexibility policy. This position is eligible for sponsorship for work authorization. To apply, create your candidate profile through https://jobs.illinois.edu and submit application materials. Applicants must submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, up to 3 representative publications, and teaching and research statements. Contact information for three professional references will be requested after review of applications. Only applications submitted through the University of Illinois Job Board will be considered. Full consideration is guaranteed for all applications received by 6pm central time on October 7, 2026.Questions about the position or application procedures may be directed to Susan Maxwell at samaxwel@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application portal, please contact 217-333-2137 or jobs@illinois.edu. The successful candidate will contribute to the mission of the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences at the University of Illinois, where curiosity drives impact. As the heart of a leading land-grant research university, LAS brings together diverse disciplines to explore fundamental questions and address complex challenges. We prepare students for a lifetime of inquiry, leadership, and service through innovative research, transformative teaching, and thoughtful mentoring. We strongly encourage applications from those who have demonstrated the knowledge, skills, and experience needed to be effective teachers for our student population with its wide range of backgrounds and experiences, in alignment with the mission of our university. To find out more about the resources available at the university and Urbana-Champaign community please visit these sites: