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adjunct Professor of Psychology: Neuroscience:Job description:
adjunct Professor of Psychology: NeuroscienceUnion College invites applications for the position of adjunct Professor of Psychology in one of the following areas: cognitive, behavioral, computational or social affective neuroscience, beginning September 1, 2026. Review of applications will begin on 9/26/2025 and continue until the position is filled. Applications received by 9/26/2025 will receive priority consideration.Position description: The Department of Psychology at Union College, Schenectady, New York, invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of adjunct Professor specializing in Neuroscience. Ph.D. in Neuroscience or related field is required; degree in hand by appointment date is preferable. Area of research specialization is less important than research that is programmatic and theoretically directed toward knowledge the human brain. Areas of research that would complement our existing department include any using neuroscientific and/or computational neuroscientific approaches to study: sensation and perception; cognition broadly; memory; complex cognition; diversity; culture; social/emotional cognition; judgment and decision making; and/or neuroeconomics. Please note: Our department is also hiring for the position of adjunct Professor in COGNITIVE PSYCHOLOGY. We welcome applications for both positions, but require both applications to be separately submitted. We encourage applications from individuals with identities historically underrepresented in the sciences. capability to teach, advise, and mentor a diverse population of undergraduates is essential. Our new colleague will offer 2 courses per trimester at a variety of levels, including a combination of some of the following: introductory psychology, statistics, introductory neuroscience, lab courses in cognitive neuroscience and/or sensation and perception, as well as an upper-level neuroscience seminar within the applicant's domain, and/or other courses that could contribute to Union's College's . We also welcome a colleague with the capability to provide a psychological or neuroscientific perspective on topics that contribute to the College's , including courses that contribute to students' knowledge of and appreciation for Global Challenges and Justice, Equity, Identity, and Difference. We expect that our new colleague will establish and maintain a vibrant Neuroscience research program that involves our undergraduate students. The College and department provide outstanding research support, including generous startup funds, and continuing internal funding opportunities for both faculty and student research. Shared departmental resources include brand-new EEG and eye-tracking equipment that allow for simultaneous data acquisition. The College also maintains an active that provides mentorship and various other forms of support towards growing faculty teaching, scholarship, and leadership abilities. About the Psychology Department: The Psychology department consists of 13 accomplished scholars at various career stages, with diverse research skills. We teach small courses and work closely with students, who are active in our research laboratories. We have ample research facilities, institutional support for student research, and host a vibrant speaker series that supports research collaborations. The department recognizes the rich possibilities of and currently provides support for the and Neuroscience programs. Application instructions: Please submit all application materials as a single pdf file. Only the materials listed below will be considered. We ask that candidates submit the following: » Application letter » Curriculum vitae » Statements of teaching and research interests, which should include descriptions of practice, commitment, and activities toward making classroom and research spaces inclusive for all students, and/or how personal approaches to teaching and research can contribute to a diverse community » Example syllabi from courses you have taught (no course evaluations, please) » Evidence of scholarship, including any peer-reviewed publications. Please direct inquiries to Chad Rogers, Chair of the search committee, at rogersc@union.edu. candidates invited to the first round of interviews will receive a request for the contact information for three professional references who can speak to their abilities in research, teaching, and departmental and institutional Service. Compensation The annual income range for this job offer is $81,500- 83,500. Except for functions with a set rate of pay, the wage/income of the finalist selected for this function will be set located on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, practice, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The stated hiring rate/range represents the College's good faith and reasonable estimate of the rate/range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Job location: Schenectady, NY We offer exceptional benefits including: » Healthcare, Dental, and Vision Insurance (Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Accounts) » Free On-Campus Fitness Facility Access and Discounts for On-Campus Wellness Programs » Employee Scholarships toward Certifications, Seminars, Training and Professional Development » Pre and Post Tax participation in a 403(b) Retirement Plan » income Continuation Program in the event of Discapability » Tuition Assistance Program for Employee, Spouse and/or Dependents Background Checks: In conformity with our , finalists for hire will undergo a background check that includes education, employment, and criminal convictions. E-Verify Participation: Union College participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. Lgain more about and your . Skills:
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