• Tenured/Tenure Track Position in Behavioral…

    Johns Hopkins University (Baltimore, MD)


    The Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences (PBS) at the Johns Hopkins University invites applications from outstanding candidates for a full-time open-rank tenured or tenure-track position in behavioral neuroscience. We welcome researchers who employ innovative approaches to understand the neural underpinnings of animal behaviors. Preference will be given to applicants with research programs involving in vivo systems and behavioral neuroscience, coupled with computational approaches.The Department invites applications from outstanding candidates at the Associate and Full Professor ranks. Exceptional candidates at the Assistant Professor stage, especially those nearing their tenure review, will also be considered.

     

    The department is also conducting open-rank searches in Cognitive Neuroscience and Cognitive Psychology. Candidates conducting primarily human neuroscience research are invited to apply to the Cognitive Neuroscience position. Candidates using primarily behavioral and/ or computational measures are invited to apply to the Cognitive Psychology position. For information about these other two searches please go to please go to: https://pbs.jhu.edu/about/jobs/. Candidates are invited to apply to multiple searches when appropriate.

     

    Within the highly collaborative environment of the Johns Hopkins University, PBS represents a vibrant community of researchers investigating the mind and the brain. We enjoy rich interactions with neuroscientists in the Departments of Biology, Biomedical Engineering, Cognitive Science, Computer Science, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, the Mind/Brain Institute, Neuroscience, Neurology and Otolaryngology.

     

    Review of applications will begin December 1, 2025, and will continue on a rolling basis. Preference will be given to applications received on or before January 15, 2026. Applicants may write to Dr. Shreesh P. Mysore ([email protected]) with subject "[PBS Behavioral Neuroscience Search]" with questions about this search.

     

    Consistent with the University's goals of achieving excellence in all areas, we will assess the comprehensive qualifications of each applicant.

     

    Candidates must have a Ph.D. in Psychology, Cognitive Science, Neuroscience or related field, and relevant postdoctoral experience.

     

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    Salary: $110,000- $144,500 (Assistant Professor level), $131,500 - $201,000 (Associate Professor level), and $156,00 - $316,000 (Full Professor level).

     

    Applicants should submit a CV, research statement, teaching statement, and three representative publications. For applicants applying at the level of Assistant Professor, three letters of reference are also required.

    Job Type: Full Time

    The listed salary range represents the minimum and maximum Johns Hopkins University offers for this position, based on a good faith estimate at the time of posting. Actual compensation will vary depending on factors such as location, skills, experience, market conditions, education, and internal equity. Not all candidates will qualify for the highest salary in the range.

     

    Johns Hopkins provides a comprehensive benefits package supporting health, career, and retirement. Learn more: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/.

     

    Equal Opportunity Employer

     

    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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