George Mason University
Tenure Track Assistant Professor
George Mason University, Fairfax, Virginia, United States, 22032
Overview
The Tenure-Track Assistant Professor, within the Cognitive and Behavioral Neuroscience program in the Psychology department, will have expertise at the intersection of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and neuroscience. The position is in the Department of Psychology and is located at George Mason University. The department seeks to develop an internationally recognized and extramurally funded research program and to contribute to undergraduate education and graduate training. Department:
Col of Humanities and Social Science Classification:
9-month Instructional Faculty Job Category:
Instructional Faculty Job Type:
Full-Time Location:
Fairfax, VA Sponsorship Eligibility:
Eligible for visa sponsorship Criminal Background Check:
Yes Responsibilities
Conduct scholarly research in the field of cognitive and behavioral neuroscience with results suitable for peer‑reviewed publication. Teach graduate and undergraduate courses in the Cognitive and Behavioral Neuroscience program in the Psychology department. Engage in departmental service and contribute to the department’s educational mission. Required Qualifications
Terminal degree in a related field; candidates with degree conferred prior to the first day of employment will be considered eligible. PhD in Psychology, Neuroscience, or related field prior to the first day of appointment. Experience teaching in an undergraduate, Master’s, or PhD program in a Psychology department or related field; ability to teach in-person and online. Knowledge of cognitive and behavioral neuroscience. Ability to employ research methods in cognitive and behavioral neuroscience to conduct original research. Proficiency in teaching topics in cognitive and behavioral neuroscience. Preferred Qualifications
Experience applying Artificial Intelligence (AI) to neuroscience research. Experience teaching courses in AI and neuroscience at undergraduate and graduate levels. Knowledge of advanced quantitative methods. Proficiency in using AI for neuroscience research and in teaching AI and neuroscience. Instructions To Applicants
For full consideration, applicants must apply for the Tenure Track Assistant Professor position at https://jobs.gmu.edu/. Complete and submit the online application to include three professional references with full contact information and provide 1) a cover letter, 2) CV, 3) philosophy of teaching, 4) research statement, 5) publications/materials, 6) copies of up to three representative scholarly papers, and 7) letters of recommendation (references may be uploaded as blind recommendations). Questions may be directed to jobs@gmu.edu. Posting Open Date:
October 7, 2025 For Full Consideration, Apply by:
October 21, 2025 Open Until Filled:
Yes Equity and Campus Safety
George Mason University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, committed to promoting inclusion and equity. Mason’s security information is available in the campus resources.
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The Tenure-Track Assistant Professor, within the Cognitive and Behavioral Neuroscience program in the Psychology department, will have expertise at the intersection of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and neuroscience. The position is in the Department of Psychology and is located at George Mason University. The department seeks to develop an internationally recognized and extramurally funded research program and to contribute to undergraduate education and graduate training. Department:
Col of Humanities and Social Science Classification:
9-month Instructional Faculty Job Category:
Instructional Faculty Job Type:
Full-Time Location:
Fairfax, VA Sponsorship Eligibility:
Eligible for visa sponsorship Criminal Background Check:
Yes Responsibilities
Conduct scholarly research in the field of cognitive and behavioral neuroscience with results suitable for peer‑reviewed publication. Teach graduate and undergraduate courses in the Cognitive and Behavioral Neuroscience program in the Psychology department. Engage in departmental service and contribute to the department’s educational mission. Required Qualifications
Terminal degree in a related field; candidates with degree conferred prior to the first day of employment will be considered eligible. PhD in Psychology, Neuroscience, or related field prior to the first day of appointment. Experience teaching in an undergraduate, Master’s, or PhD program in a Psychology department or related field; ability to teach in-person and online. Knowledge of cognitive and behavioral neuroscience. Ability to employ research methods in cognitive and behavioral neuroscience to conduct original research. Proficiency in teaching topics in cognitive and behavioral neuroscience. Preferred Qualifications
Experience applying Artificial Intelligence (AI) to neuroscience research. Experience teaching courses in AI and neuroscience at undergraduate and graduate levels. Knowledge of advanced quantitative methods. Proficiency in using AI for neuroscience research and in teaching AI and neuroscience. Instructions To Applicants
For full consideration, applicants must apply for the Tenure Track Assistant Professor position at https://jobs.gmu.edu/. Complete and submit the online application to include three professional references with full contact information and provide 1) a cover letter, 2) CV, 3) philosophy of teaching, 4) research statement, 5) publications/materials, 6) copies of up to three representative scholarly papers, and 7) letters of recommendation (references may be uploaded as blind recommendations). Questions may be directed to jobs@gmu.edu. Posting Open Date:
October 7, 2025 For Full Consideration, Apply by:
October 21, 2025 Open Until Filled:
Yes Equity and Campus Safety
George Mason University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, committed to promoting inclusion and equity. Mason’s security information is available in the campus resources.
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