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The Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences at the University of Louisville is seeking applications for a full-time, assistant professor term teaching professor beginning August 1, 2024, for in person and/or online teaching. Successful candidates will have a graduate degree in Psychology, Neuroscience, Cognitive Science, or other related field. A master’s degree is required, and preference will be given to applicants pursuing, or having earned, a doctoral degree. We have a particular need for courses in cognition, development, social psychology, research methods, and statistics.

The University of Louisville celebrates diversity of thought, perspectives, and life experience. To meet the needs of our multicultural student body and expand our connections to the vibrant community in which we work, our department seeks a colleague who is committed to teaching students from diverse backgrounds.

The University of Louisville is an urban research university with a student body of 23,000 and 12 colleges or schools, including a Health Sciences Center with separate Schools of Dentistry, Medicine, Nursing, and Public Health and Information Sciences. The University is one of only a few that holds both Carnegie Very High Research and Community Engaged University designations; many of our faculty conduct research in the community. The University of Louisville's commitment to diversity and inclusion (http://louisville.edu/diversity/about-us/what-is-diversity) has resulted in national recognition for providing a welcoming and supportive environment for Black and LGBTQ students. It is located in the heart of a metropolitan area of nearly 1 million people that has an affordable cost of living, and is known for its vibrant arts scene, parks system, and culinary excellence.

Application and CV must be submitted electronically. Please submit the following required components via email to Search Committee, Elizabeth Willis, elizabeth.willis@louisville.edu. Include "Assistant Professor Term" in the subject line: CV, statement of teaching philosophy, 3 letters of recommendation, and a statement that articulates the candidate's commitment and contributions to diversity and inclusion in teaching.

Review of applications will begin March 28, 2024, and will continue until the position is filled.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Louisville is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, sex, age, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, pregnancy, or veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact the Employment team at employment@louisville.edu or 502.852.6258.

Assistance and Accommodations

Computers are available for application submission at the Human Resources Department located at 215 Central Avenue, Ste 205 - Louisville, Kentucky 40208.

If you require assistance or accommodation with our online application process, please contact us by email at employment@louisville.edu or by phone 502-852-6258.