FACULTY POSITIONS
The Department of Cognitive Sciences at the University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks an innovative researcher for a tenure-track assistant professor position with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2026.
We seek a researcher whose work combines the following two elements. First, the research is empirical and addresses substantive questions in human cognition (e.g., perception, memory, decision making). Second, the lens of analysis is informed by computational modeling including cognitive modeling, computational neuroscience or data science. We are particularly interested in candidates whose research uses behavioral experiments and AI approaches. This can include: (1) using AI as a model of human cognition to advance cognitive theory; (2) using cognitive tools and theories to scientifically understand neural networks; and (3) empirical work on human-AI interaction. AI models can include deep neural networks of vision or language, reinforcement learning systems, or others. UCI offers strong interdisciplinary collaborations across cognitive science, neuroscience, computer science, statistics, and engineering and is well-positioned to support research in areas such as robotics, neuroscience, and human-AI interaction.
The successful candidate will build an independent research program while contributing to teaching, mentoring, and service. Learn more about our department and the university at: https://www.cogsci.uci.edu/.
For full consideration, applications must be completed by November 15, 2025. Priority will be given to applications received by this date, but we will continue reviewing qualified candidates until the position is filled.
Further information including the application can be found at: https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/JPF09896.
POSTDOCTORAL SCHOLAR AND RESEARCHER POSITIONS
Postdoctoral Scholar, Project Scientist, and Specialist positions (Open Pool Ads)
Postdoctoral Scholar, Project Scientist, and Specialist positions are anticipated throughout the 2025-26 academic year. These positions are sponsored by and dependent on available funding from faculty members in the Department of Cognitive Sciences at the University of California, Irvine.
Interested candidates can find specific application requirements and the online application for these positions on AP Recruit as follows:
- Postdoctoral Scholar: https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/JPF09800
- Project Scientist Series: https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/JPF09801
- Specialist Series: https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/JPF09799
LECTURER POSITIONS
We do not have any available positions at this time. Please check back later for future opportunities.
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