Assistant Professor - Tenure System

Michigan State University actively promotes a dynamic research and learning environment in which qualified individuals of differing perspectives and cultural backgrounds pursue academic goals with mutual respect and shared inquiry. The Department of Psychology at Michigan State University is seeking to recruit a faculty member with expertise in Behavioral Neuroscience for a tenure system appointment at the Assistant Professor level starting in Fall of 2024. The ideal candidate will have established a strong program of research, a history of (or clear potential for) external funding, and a demonstrated commitment to excellence in a) undergraduate and graduate teaching, and b) diversity, equity, and inclusion. While all applicants studying fundamental issues in Behavioral Neuroscience will be considered, applicants working in the general area of motivated behavior are especially encouraged to apply. The use of contemporary neuroscientific research methodologies is highly desirable. The candidate recruited for this position would join the highly collaborative, supportive, and productive Department of Psychology and the departments Behavioral Neuroscience Graduate Program. They will also have the opportunity to affiliate with MSUs interdepartmental Neuroscience Graduate Program. For more information about the Psychology Department visit: www.psychology.msu.edu/ and for more information about MSUs strategic plan visit: https://strategicplan.msu.edu/strategic-plan/executive-summary/