Assistant Professor, Brain Health

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00131PO25

Assistant Professor, Brain Health

Columbia

College of Arts and Sciences

CAS Psychology

Columbia, SC

Full Time

39

Full-time Equivalent (FTE)

9 months

Richland

Tenure-Track/Tenured

Faculty

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The faculty of the Department of Psychology at the University of South Carolina, Columbia campus, invites applications for a 9-month, full-time, tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin August 16, 2026. Successful candidates will be expected to (1) develop an independent and externally funded research program in neuropsychology, (2) teach undergraduate and graduate courses in areas of expertise (2 courses a semester), (3) supervise graduate research including within our APA-accredited Clinical-Community and/or School Psychology doctoral programs, and (4) contribute to departmental, college and university service.

The position requires a Ph.D. in Neuropsychology or related field and evidence of a strong research record or potential for impactful scholarship by the start date of the appointment. This position reflects a high priority on brain health at the university and within the college. It also aligns with the development of a unique neurological hospital that will provide neurological and rehabilitation treatment.

Candidates must be licensed or license eligible as a psychologist in South Carolina within one year of the start date, with board certification or eligibility in clinical neuropsychology preferred.

We welcome applicants whose research bridges brain and behavior, including cognitive neuroscience, clinical neuropsychology, developmental neuropsychology or lifespan neurocognitive functioning. Research that complements or expands existing departmental strengths, including collaborations with the university’s centers and institutes (e.g., Institute for Mind and Brain, McCausland Center for Brain Imaging, Carolina Autism and Neurodevelopment Research Center) is desired.

08/16/2026

08/14/2025

Yes

All applicants must apply online at USCJobs at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Applications must include: (1) a cover letter that describes their research and teaching interests, (2) a curriculum vitae, and (3) the names and email addresses of 3 references. Letters will be solicited by the search committee chair, Dr. Jane Roberts, who can be contacted with any questions or inquiries (Jane.

Roberts). Applications will be reviewed beginning October 15, 2025; however, the position will remain open until filled.

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