Assistant Professor in Behavioral and Cognitive Neuroscience (Tenure-Accruing)

Applicants will have a doctorate degree in Neuroscience, Psychology, or a closely related field by the start date of the position, August 16, 2026.

The Department of PSYCHOLOGY at the UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, invites applications for a full-time, nine-month, tenure-accruing Assistant Professor in the field of Behavioral and Cognitive Neuroscience.  The specific area of research is open but should focus on neuroscience research that complements and expands existing strengths in the department and the university at large, including perception/attention, substance use, decision-making, stress/emotion, and neurodegenerative disorders, in any model system (humans or animals). Applicants should have an outstanding record of research achievement and a commitment to undergraduate and graduate instruction in psychology and neuroscience. The successful candidate will be expected to (1) maintain a program of research with high potential for external funding, (2) teach graduate and undergraduate courses in neuroscience, (3) mentor students, and (4) provide service to the institution and academy.

The Psychology Department offers doctoral programs in behavioral and cognitive neuroscience, behavior analysis, counseling psychology, developmental psychology, and social psychology. We currently have 43 full-time faculty, ~ 100 PhD students, and > 2,000 undergraduate majors.

About the University of Florida

A member of the prestigious Association of American Universities (AAU), the University of Florida is the state’s oldest and most comprehensive land-, sea-, and space-grant university, with an enrollment of over 50,000 students. For 2026, the University of Florida was ranked the seventh-best public university in the United States by U.S. News & World Report, with exceptional research, teaching, and a university-wide commitment to open intellectual discourse.

UF is located in Gainesville, a city of approximately 150,000 residents in North-Central Florida, 50 miles from the Gulf, and 67 miles from the Atlantic Ocean, and within a 2-hour drive to large metropolitan areas (Orlando, Tampa, Jacksonville). The beautiful climate and extensive nearby parks and recreational areas afford year-round outdoor activities, including hiking, biking, and nature photography. UF’s large college sports programs, museums, and performing arts center support a range of activities and cultural events for residents to enjoy. Alachua County schools are highly rated and offer a variety of programs including magnet schools and an international baccalaureate program. Learn more about what Gainesville has to offer at Visit Gainesville.

The salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, and the compensation includes a full benefits package.

Benefits:

This faculty position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package that includes state medical, dental, and vision plans; life and disability coverage; multiple retirement options; and paid time away and university holidays. Learn more about UF faculty benefits here.

Candidates for this rank shall hold the highest degree appropriate to their field or possess equivalent qualifications based on professional experience. A candidate shall be expected to demonstrate successful experience pertinent to the position they are being recommended and have demonstrated qualities relevant to the goals of the academic unit in which they will be employed.

Candidates with post-doctoral experience will be prioritized.

For full consideration, applications must be submitted online at [insert link].

A complete application includes:

• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae
• Research Statement
• Statement of teaching experience, interests, and philosophy
• The names and email addresses of three references

An email will be sent to your references, requesting them to upload their confidential letter to the submission packet.

Review of applications will begin on December 1, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled. Questions about the position may be directed to search committee co-chairs Andreas Keil (akeil@ufl.edu) and Lori Knackstedt (knack@ufl.edu). Only complete applications will be reviewed at this time. Applications received after this date may be considered at the discretion of the committee and/or hiring authority.

All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employment screening, which includes a review of criminal records, reference checks, and verification of education.

The selected candidate will be required to provide an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered “official” if a designation of “Issued to Student” is visible. Degrees earned from an educational institution outside of the United States require evaluation by a professional credentialing service provider approved by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), which can be found at http://www.naces.org/.