Assistant/Associate Professor of Psychology, Natural Behavior and Computation

The Department of Psychology at The University of Texas at Austin seeks a productive scholar whose research will complement existing departmental strengths in the area of Natural Behavior and Computation. The ideal candidate will develop an active, independent research program that leverages the expanding opportunities for high-density behavioral data to be collected in everyday environments and computational approaches to understanding these rich datasets. The position will be at the rank of tenure-track assistant professor or tenured associate professor and begins Fall of academic year 2025-2026.

Duties include developing an independent sponsored research program, contributing to a collaborative group of faculty from a wide range of backgrounds, mentoring graduate students, teaching undergraduate students, and serving the university and the profession.

The department offers a vibrant and interactive cross-area research community with interests in natural behavior and computation. This critical mass of expertise is well-situated to provide early career mentorship and excellent collaborative opportunities. As well, the Department recently launched a new college-wide major in Behavioral and Social Data Science (BSDS), the first undergraduate degree program in the country devoted to producing data-science-ready graduates with a solid understanding of human psychology.

Applicants must hold a Ph.D., have a clearly defined and productive research agenda directed at natural behavior and computation, and demonstrate a commitment to teaching excellence.

Applicants must upload a letter of interest, CV, names and contact information for 3-4 individuals who are willing to provide letters of recommendation, research program and teaching philosophy statements and up to 3 representative publications. Additional materials may be requested after initial review of applications.

Review of applications will begin October 15th, 2024 and continue until the position is filled.

Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications. Position funding is subject to budget availability.

For questions about the position, please contact Dr. Lori Holt - lori.holt@austin.utexas.edu

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