Assistant Professor of Psychology
The Department of Psychology at Wake Forest University invites applications for two tenure-track positions to begin in July 2025. Candidates who believe they are competitive for both positions are welcome to apply for both. We have a strong commitment to the development of a diverse and inclusive educational environment and seek applicants who share this value.
Application link:
https://wfu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/Faculty_Career_Website_live/job/Winston-Salem-NC/Assistant-Professor--Department-of-Psychology_R0006997
The first position is in Human Neuroscience. For this position, we are seeking a neuroscientist who focuses on one of two central departmental research themes: 1) Self-Regulation (e.g., emotion regulation, self-control) or 2) Assessment and/or Quantitative Methods (e.g., neuropsychological assessment, dynamical systems, computational neuroscience). In their application materials, applicants should address – and provide objective indicators of -- which one theme (self-regulation or assessment/quantitative methods) their work best advances, and how. The strongest candidates will be very strong in one of the themes rather than less strong in both themes. Applicants should indicate which theme they focus on in the cover letter. The successful candidate will be able to teach and mentor students in Physiological Psychology as well as in their specific expertise. The successful candidate will also be able to supervise undergraduate research assistants and honors students as well as master’s students in their area of expertise.
The second position is in Human Cognition. For this position, we are seeking candidates whose research addresses cognitive processes from a neuroscience or behavioral perspective, and who focus on one of two central departmental research themes: 1) Self-Regulation (e.g., cognitive control; executive function) or 2) Assessment and/or Quantitative Methods (e.g., neuropsychological assessment, measurement, dynamical systems, computational modeling). In their application materials, applicants should address – and provide objective indicators of -- which one theme (self-regulation or assessment/quantitative methods) their work best advances, and how. The strongest candidates will be very strong in one of the themes rather than less strong in both themes. Applicants should indicate which theme they focus on in the cover letter. Successful candidates will be able to teach and mentor students in Cognitive Psychology as well as in their specific expertise. The successful candidate will also be able to supervise undergraduate research assistants and honors students as well as master’s students in their area of expertise.
The department prioritizes rigorous scholarship, excellent teaching, and strong methodological skills and seeks a colleague who is committed to the Teacher-Scholar model. The successful candidate will teach courses in their area(s) of expertise as well as more general courses at the undergraduate and/or graduate level, conduct programmatic research, supervise undergraduate and graduate student research, and be committed to diversity and inclusion as core values. Applicants should plan to have received their PhD by July 1st, 2025 to be considered for this position.
The Department offers BA and research-oriented general MA degrees. Additional information about the Department is available at http://college.wfu.edu/psychology.
Wake Forest University is a private, coeducational institution dedicated to academic excellence in liberal arts, graduate and professional education. Wake Forest offers a vibrant intellectual community with a rich cultural life, an impressive array of facilities and an active athletics community. The University has a deep institutional commitment to public service and engagement with the world, as indicated by the motto “Pro Humanitate.” For quick facts about the University, go to https://about.wfu.edu/.
Wake Forest University welcomes and encourages diversity and inclusivity and seeks applicants with demonstrated success in working with diverse populations. Wake Forest University is an AA/EO employer and values an inclusive and diverse learning community and work environment committed to excellence in the spirit of Pro Humanitate. In adherence with applicable laws and as provided by university policies, the University prohibits discrimination in its employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, disability and veteran status and encourages qualified candidates across all group demographics to apply. In order to provide a safe and productive learning and living community, Wake Forest University conducts background investigations for final candidates upon their acceptance of an offer of employment.
Interested applicants should apply via the University’s career website at: http://www.wfu.careers/. The application should be submitted as a single PDF file, which includes all of the following: (1) a cover letter, which clearly states which position (or both) the applicant is applying for and which departmental theme their work focuses on; (2) a vita; (3) a research statement, which includes evidence regarding the applicant's plans and efforts to conduct replicable research; (4) a statement of teaching philosophy; (5) evidence of teaching effectiveness if available; and (6) a statement addressing past and/or potential contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion through mentorship, teaching and/or research. Applicants should also be prepared to provide at least three signed, confidential letters of recommendation upon request. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, but to guarantee full consideration they should be received by October 1, 2024.
Please feel free to email Christian Waugh (chair of the Human Neuroscience search committee, waughce@wfu.edu) or Eric Stone (chair of the Human Cognition search committee estone@wfu.edu) with any questions about the positions. Inquiries about the application process and document submission may be addressed to psyjobs@wfu.edu.
In adherence with applicable laws and as provided by University policies, the University prohibits discrimination in its employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, disability and veteran status and encourages qualified candidates across all group demographics to apply.
