The Department of Psychology at Florida State University (FSU) invites applicants for a full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Behavioral/Systems/Computational Neuroscience with an anticipated start date in early August 2027. Candidates with lines of laboratory research in any area of Neuroscience are encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to applicants whose research programs synergize with existing departmental strengths in chemosensation, learning and memory, social behavior, neuroendocrinology, and the neurobiology of motivated behavior.

Faculty are expected to maintain a strong research program, to train and mentor graduate and undergraduate neuroscience students, and to strive for excellence in teaching neuroscience courses through the Department of Psychology. A doctoral degree from an accredited institution is required. Applicants with a demonstrated commitment to expanding access to neuroscience through their program of research are encouraged to apply.  

FSU is classified as a Carnegie R1 (Highest Research Activities) university and ranks in the top 25 of National Public Universities (US News & World Reports). Departmental faculty benefit from an outstanding research infrastructure with a fully staffed electronics and machine shop, modern laboratories, and ample vivarium space. Neuroscience faculty have access to a range of core equipment and shared resources including surgical suites, confocal and electron microscopes, well-equipped molecular facilities, and more (see https://www.neuro.fsu.edu/rsrc/cores). Departmental faculty enjoy a collegial atmosphere with strong mentoring support for junior faculty and a favorable teaching load, and a high level of research activity. More information about our department and the Program in Neuroscience can be found at www.psy.fsu.edu and www.neuro.fsu.edu. FSU is located in Tallahassee, the capital of Florida, where residents have access to a broad range of amenities and an abundance of regional springs, parks, bike trails, lakes and rivers, and pristine beaches on the Gulf of Mexico.

To apply, go to http://www.jobs.fsu.edu (job ID 63540) and submit: (1) a cover letter, (2) a curriculum vitae, (3) a research statement (maximum 2 pages), (4) a teaching statement (maximum 1 page), (5) a list (with online access links) highlighting up to four peer-reviewed papers, and (6) the names and contact information for up to 3 individuals who would be willing to provide a letter of recommendation. Application review will begin on October 30, 2026 and continue until the position is filled.

Inquiries about the position may be directed to Adam Dewan, Search Chair at adewan@fsu.edu.

Florida State University is an equal opportunity employer.