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Job description
The Department of Psychology at the University of California, Davis invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in the Biological Psychology area. We seek an outstanding scholar investigating the biological mechanisms underlying behavior whose research complements and extends the department’s strengths in affect, cognition, and social behavior. The department has a newly built, state-of-the-art vivarium designed to support a wide range of small animal research programs. UC Davis also offers facilities for non-human primate research through The National Biomedical Research Institute. Opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration and affiliation may be available through the National Biomedical Research Institute NBRI, the Center for Neuroscience CNS, the UC Davis Genome Center GC, and the UC Davis School of Medicine SOM. Candidates must have a Ph.D. and demonstrate a strong record of, or clear potential for, excellence in research, undergraduate and graduate teaching and mentoring in biological psychology, and securing external research funding.
The expected start date for this position is July 1, 2027. The position will remain open until filled. Applications must be submitted by October 11, 2026 for full consideration. Applications submitted after this date may not be considered. If you have any questions about the search or position, contact the Search Committee Chair, Dr. Brian Trainor:
Ph.D. or equivalent in psychology (or related field) or anticipated to be completed by July 1, 2027.
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Worksite address
davis, CA, 95617, US
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