New River Community College
Open-Rank Faculty Position in Sensorimotor Control and Rehabilitation Neuroscien
New River Community College, University Park, Texas, United States
Overview
Open-Rank Faculty Position in Sensorimotor Control and Rehabilitation Neuroscience
The Department of Kinesiology, in partnership with the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Penn State's College of Medicine, invites applications for a tenure-line faculty position in Sensorimotor Control and Rehabilitation Neuroscience at the Assistant, Associate or Professor level. The anticipated start date is Fall 2026. This hire is intended to build on Penn State's strengths in sensorimotor control research while expanding translational impact in neurorehabilitation.
Responsibilities We are looking for a scholar with a strong record of research in sensorimotor control and motor learning, particularly someone whose work bridges fundamental mechanisms of sensorimotor control with clinical applications in neurorehabilitation. The ideal candidate will deepen our understanding of the neural basis of movement and develop new approaches, interventions, or technologies to improve recovery after neurological injury or disease. Areas of interest include, but are not limited to: neural mechanisms of motor coordination and adaptation, translational studies in stroke or movement disorders, sensorimotor learning and plasticity, rehabilitation strategies grounded in neurobehavioral research, and/or applying innovations such as computational modeling, non-invasive brain stimulation, brain-machine interfaces, robotics, or neuroprosthetics.
Qualifications
Ph.D. or equivalent degree in neuroscience, kinesiology, psychology, biomedical engineering, or a related discipline.
Assistant Professor candidates must show readiness for independent academic work in four areas: 1) producing high-quality, peer-reviewed publications, 2) supervising undergraduate and graduate students, 3) instructing undergraduate and graduate courses in sensorimotor control, neuroscience, and rehabilitation sciences, and 4) pursuing research funding opportunities.
Associate and Full Professor candidates must show a sustained track record of obtaining research funding and have the expertise and leadership capabilities needed to enhance scholarly excellence within the Movement Science Program. These criteria are additional to the Assistant Professor requirements.
About Penn State Penn State provides an exceptional environment for interdisciplinary and translational research, with opportunities for collaboration across the Huck Institutes of the Life Sciences, the Social Science Research Institute, Center for Healthy Aging, and the Hershey College of Medicine. This position connects basic human movement science in Kinesiology with clinical research and application in Neurology, creating a bridge from discovery to rehabilitation. The new hire will join a dynamic community of scientists and clinicians committed to advancing both fundamental knowledge and patient care.
Our campuses are located on the traditional homelands of multiple Indigenous Nations. As a land grant institution, we acknowledge and honor the traditional caretakers of these lands and acknowledge the longer history of these lands and our place in that history.
Application Instructions Candidates should complete an online application and upload: a) a cover letter (1 page), b) a statement of research interests (2-3 pages), c) a statement of teaching interests and experiences (1-2 pages), and d) a list of names and contact information of three professional references (who will provide letters of recommendation upon request). For more information, please contact the Search Chair Tarkeshwar Singh (tsingh@psu.edu). Review of applications will begin November 15, 2025, and continue until a suitable candidate is identified.
Background Checks/Clearances Employment with the University will require successful completion of background checks in accordance with University policies.
Benefits Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional wellbeing. In addition to medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and a 75% tuition discount for employees and eligible spouses and children.
EEO and Legal Notices Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.
The Pennsylvania State University is committed to advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We value belonging as a core strength and essential element of the university's mission.
Apply Online Apply online at the university careers page: https://psu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/PSU_Academic/job/Penn-State-University-Park/Open-Rank-Faculty-Position-in-Sensorimotor-Control-and-Rehabilitation-Neuroscience_REQ_0000072092-1?q=REQ_0000072092
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Open-Rank Faculty Position in Sensorimotor Control and Rehabilitation Neuroscience
The Department of Kinesiology, in partnership with the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Penn State's College of Medicine, invites applications for a tenure-line faculty position in Sensorimotor Control and Rehabilitation Neuroscience at the Assistant, Associate or Professor level. The anticipated start date is Fall 2026. This hire is intended to build on Penn State's strengths in sensorimotor control research while expanding translational impact in neurorehabilitation.
Responsibilities We are looking for a scholar with a strong record of research in sensorimotor control and motor learning, particularly someone whose work bridges fundamental mechanisms of sensorimotor control with clinical applications in neurorehabilitation. The ideal candidate will deepen our understanding of the neural basis of movement and develop new approaches, interventions, or technologies to improve recovery after neurological injury or disease. Areas of interest include, but are not limited to: neural mechanisms of motor coordination and adaptation, translational studies in stroke or movement disorders, sensorimotor learning and plasticity, rehabilitation strategies grounded in neurobehavioral research, and/or applying innovations such as computational modeling, non-invasive brain stimulation, brain-machine interfaces, robotics, or neuroprosthetics.
Qualifications
Ph.D. or equivalent degree in neuroscience, kinesiology, psychology, biomedical engineering, or a related discipline.
Assistant Professor candidates must show readiness for independent academic work in four areas: 1) producing high-quality, peer-reviewed publications, 2) supervising undergraduate and graduate students, 3) instructing undergraduate and graduate courses in sensorimotor control, neuroscience, and rehabilitation sciences, and 4) pursuing research funding opportunities.
Associate and Full Professor candidates must show a sustained track record of obtaining research funding and have the expertise and leadership capabilities needed to enhance scholarly excellence within the Movement Science Program. These criteria are additional to the Assistant Professor requirements.
About Penn State Penn State provides an exceptional environment for interdisciplinary and translational research, with opportunities for collaboration across the Huck Institutes of the Life Sciences, the Social Science Research Institute, Center for Healthy Aging, and the Hershey College of Medicine. This position connects basic human movement science in Kinesiology with clinical research and application in Neurology, creating a bridge from discovery to rehabilitation. The new hire will join a dynamic community of scientists and clinicians committed to advancing both fundamental knowledge and patient care.
Our campuses are located on the traditional homelands of multiple Indigenous Nations. As a land grant institution, we acknowledge and honor the traditional caretakers of these lands and acknowledge the longer history of these lands and our place in that history.
Application Instructions Candidates should complete an online application and upload: a) a cover letter (1 page), b) a statement of research interests (2-3 pages), c) a statement of teaching interests and experiences (1-2 pages), and d) a list of names and contact information of three professional references (who will provide letters of recommendation upon request). For more information, please contact the Search Chair Tarkeshwar Singh (tsingh@psu.edu). Review of applications will begin November 15, 2025, and continue until a suitable candidate is identified.
Background Checks/Clearances Employment with the University will require successful completion of background checks in accordance with University policies.
Benefits Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional wellbeing. In addition to medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and a 75% tuition discount for employees and eligible spouses and children.
EEO and Legal Notices Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.
The Pennsylvania State University is committed to advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We value belonging as a core strength and essential element of the university's mission.
Apply Online Apply online at the university careers page: https://psu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/PSU_Academic/job/Penn-State-University-Park/Open-Rank-Faculty-Position-in-Sensorimotor-Control-and-Rehabilitation-Neuroscience_REQ_0000072092-1?q=REQ_0000072092
Campus Security For safety information and the Annual Security Report, visit http://www.police.psu.edu/clery/.
Copyright ©2025 Penn State. All rights reserved.
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