Employment

Assistant Professor
The Psychology Department at the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC), in conjunction with the Laboratory for Integrative Neuroscience (LIN), seeks a tenure-track, assistant professor to begin August, 2010, subject to budgetary approval. We seek a candidate using human subjects in concert with cutting-edge technologies such as, but not limited to, fMRI or other human brain imaging techniques; quantitative trait loci or the genotyping of targeted polymorphisms; pharmacological challenges; or transcranial magnetic stimulation. The successful candidate will complement existing strengths in the behavioral neuroscience of affect, motivation, perception, learning and decision-making. Candidates working in the emerging field of neuroeconomics are strongly encouraged to apply. The Behavioral Neuroscience group within Psychology (www.psch.uic.edu) is an integral part of the interdisciplinary LIN unit (www.uic.edu/las/LIN/) and supports the undergraduate and graduate programs in neuroscience (www.uic.edu/depts/neurosci/). UIC is a research intensive university that boasts a rich and interdisciplinary neuroscience community. Applicants should electronically submit a cover letter, CV, separate statements of research and teaching interests to https://www.psch.uic.edu/application and solicit three letters of recommendation using online forms through the same web site. Review of applications will begin on October 15, 2009. Questions about the position should be directed to the search committee chair (Michael Ragozzino; mrago@uic.edu). UIC is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and has one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation. Minority and women candidates are especially encouraged to apply. Click here to apply!....
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