Mississippi State University, Department of Psychology, Assistant Professor

“The Department of Psychology at Mississippi State University invites applications for a tenure track assistant professor position in cognitive psychology/cognitive science. The anticipated  start date is August 16, 2024. The successful candidate will serve as a core member of the  cognitive science doctoral program and will maintain a program of research, seek external  funding, teach undergraduate and graduate courses, and supervise graduate student research. 

The department houses doctoral programs in both cognitive science and clinical psychology as  well as a large undergraduate major (http://www.psychology.msstate.edu). Mississippi State  University is the state’s leading research university with several centers and institutes receptive  to collaborative research. Mississippi State University is a land-grant R1 university located in  Starkville, MS, which is one of the three cities making up the Golden Triangle region (population  128,000). The Golden Triangle is an ethnically diverse community with a low crime rate,  temperate climate, a nearby airport, and many available outdoor activities. 

Interested applicants must apply online at https://explore.msujobs.msstate.edu/en us/job/506715/assistant-professor and attach a cover letter; curriculum vitae; statements on  research and teaching; up to three pre/reprints; and the complete contact information for at least  three professional references. Applicants must have a Ph.D. in psychology, cognitive science,  or a closely related field at the time of appointment. Review of applications will begin November 1, 2023, but applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Questions about the position  can be directed to the search committee chair, Dr. Jarrod Moss (jarrod.moss@msstate.edu). 

MSU is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for  employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, religion, national origin, disability, age,  sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy, gender identity, status as a U.S. veteran,  and/or any other status protected by applicable law. “


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