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Open Rank Tenure Track Cognitive Psychology Faculty (Quantitative Focus)
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Public: Open to the Public
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please complete the online application and upload the following documents when prompted:
The position will remain open until filled. For full consideration, please apply by the posting end date.
This position is eligible for the following benefits
medical, vision, dental, basic and supplemental life, paid holidays, educational benefits for you and eligible dependents, sick leave, and retirement.
Posting Number: 20163110F
Job Description
Ohio University is making a significant, university-wide investment in Brain Health and Cognition Across the Lifespan. This initiative brings together faculty expertise across the College of Health Sciences and Professions, the College of Arts and Sciences, and the Patton College of Education to advance discovery in brain health, cognition, communication, movement, and learning. Faculty hired into this cohort will join a collaborative, interdisciplinary network dedicated to understanding and enhancing cognitive and functional health across the lifespan, from early development through older adulthood. Together, these new faculty will strengthen Ohio University's growing reputation in brain health research and education, fostering connections across disciplines and colleges. This investment reflects the University's commitment to addressing the complex biological, behavioral, and social factors that shape brain health and to translating discoveries into meaningful outcomes that improve everyday life.
As part of this initiative, the Department of Psychology invites applicants for a tenure-track (open rank) faculty position in Cognitive Psychology. This position will begin on August 16, 2027, with the possibility of an earlier start date of January 1, 2027. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a programmatic research agenda with strong potential for extramural funding, expertise in cognitive psychology, and advanced quantitative skills. Preference will be given to applicants whose research program complements ongoing initiatives in healthy aging, including for example, the application of quantitative methods and/or computational modeling to advance understanding of how cognitive functions change with age or are impacted by injury or disease.
Ohio University is a Carnegie Foundation R1 (highest research activity) institution, and the successful applicant will demonstrate a strong research record. Reflecting the department's commitment to collaborative, cross-disciplinary scholarship, research specialties often cut across both the experimental and clinical psychology programs. Pertinent to this search, many current faculty have concentrated expertise in aging, stress, and health, and welcome new partnerships. Multiple resources for developing and maintaining a strong research program are available, including infrastructure for grant procurement, grant mentoring, research lab space, start-up funds, and support for graduate students (stipends, tuition waivers, research and travel support). Of note, faculty hired into this cohort will have additional support for graduate students as research assistants.
Responsibilities include maintaining an active, high-quality, fundable research program, directing graduate student research, teaching graduate and undergraduate courses, and participating in departmental service. The teaching load is typically 1-2 courses each semester during the 9-month academic calendar.
Ohio university is proud of its rich history and as part of our ongoing efforts to provide and support a transformative learning experience, we affirm our commitment to fostering a welcoming and respectful workforce and community. Athens, home of Ohio University, provides a classic and vibrant residential learning environment for over 30,000 students, and is a family-friendly and culturally rich community. The charm of treelined brick walkways on the University's College Green makes you feel as if you are at a small college rather than a large university. Athens is frequently cited as one of the best college towns in America, including by USA Today and World Atlas.
The Department of Psychology is home to 33 full-time faculty who serve over 1,400 undergraduate students and 60 graduate students across the main and seven regional campuses in Southern and Central Ohio. Committed to excellence in research, teaching, and service, the department is consistently recognized as one of the top departments at Ohio University for its outstanding research and student engagement. The psychology program is within the College of Arts & Sciences and is central to Ohio University's transformative learning experience.
Minimum Qualifications
Candidates must have received a PhD in Psychology or closely related discipline at the time of appointment and demonstrate evidence of research productivity in the field relevant to the position.
Preferred Qualifications
Psychology
Pay Rate: Salary is commensurate with experience and credentials and is accompanied by our generous university benefits such as tuition for self and dependents, a comprehensive insurance package (including but not limited to health, prescription, vision, dental, and life insurance), an excellent retirement plan including company contributions, parental leave, adoption reimbursement, and more. OHIO is also proud to offer wellness programs, on-site wellness facilities, and a generous employee assistance program. Additional Information is available at https://www.ohio.edu/hr/benefits/.
Total Compensation Estimator (For Full-Time Benefits Eligible Employees)
04/01/2026
Posting Close Date
09/15/2026
Job Category: Tenure Track Faculty
Months
9 month
Planning Unit: College of Arts & Sciences
Campus: Athens
Applicants may contact this person if they have questions about this position.
Joey Pierce, Employment Coordinator, piercej@ohio.edu
Non-Discrimination Statement
Ohio University is proud of its rich history and as part of our ongoing efforts to provide and support a transformative learning experience, we affirm our commitment to fostering a welcoming and respectful workforce and community. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration free from discrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military service or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, status as a parent or foster parent, or any other bases under the law. Ohio University is an equal access/equal opportunity employer.
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Public: Open to the Public
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please complete the online application and upload the following documents when prompted:
- Detailed cover letter: Applicants should include an explanation of how they align with the position and describe their suitability for the position by addressing both the minimum and preferred qualifications.
- Curriculum Vitae
- Research statement: Applicants should describe the nature of their research program, research experience and accomplishments, and their research plans should they be hired into this position.
- Teaching statement: Applicants should describe their teaching and mentoring philosophy, teaching experience, as well as their teaching interests at Ohio University. Applicants should provide evidence of their teaching effectiveness, such as student evaluations, if available.
- Unofficial copies of graduate transcripts
The position will remain open until filled. For full consideration, please apply by the posting end date.
This position is eligible for the following benefits
medical, vision, dental, basic and supplemental life, paid holidays, educational benefits for you and eligible dependents, sick leave, and retirement.
Posting Number: 20163110F
Job Description
Ohio University is making a significant, university-wide investment in Brain Health and Cognition Across the Lifespan. This initiative brings together faculty expertise across the College of Health Sciences and Professions, the College of Arts and Sciences, and the Patton College of Education to advance discovery in brain health, cognition, communication, movement, and learning. Faculty hired into this cohort will join a collaborative, interdisciplinary network dedicated to understanding and enhancing cognitive and functional health across the lifespan, from early development through older adulthood. Together, these new faculty will strengthen Ohio University's growing reputation in brain health research and education, fostering connections across disciplines and colleges. This investment reflects the University's commitment to addressing the complex biological, behavioral, and social factors that shape brain health and to translating discoveries into meaningful outcomes that improve everyday life.
As part of this initiative, the Department of Psychology invites applicants for a tenure-track (open rank) faculty position in Cognitive Psychology. This position will begin on August 16, 2027, with the possibility of an earlier start date of January 1, 2027. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a programmatic research agenda with strong potential for extramural funding, expertise in cognitive psychology, and advanced quantitative skills. Preference will be given to applicants whose research program complements ongoing initiatives in healthy aging, including for example, the application of quantitative methods and/or computational modeling to advance understanding of how cognitive functions change with age or are impacted by injury or disease.
Ohio University is a Carnegie Foundation R1 (highest research activity) institution, and the successful applicant will demonstrate a strong research record. Reflecting the department's commitment to collaborative, cross-disciplinary scholarship, research specialties often cut across both the experimental and clinical psychology programs. Pertinent to this search, many current faculty have concentrated expertise in aging, stress, and health, and welcome new partnerships. Multiple resources for developing and maintaining a strong research program are available, including infrastructure for grant procurement, grant mentoring, research lab space, start-up funds, and support for graduate students (stipends, tuition waivers, research and travel support). Of note, faculty hired into this cohort will have additional support for graduate students as research assistants.
Responsibilities include maintaining an active, high-quality, fundable research program, directing graduate student research, teaching graduate and undergraduate courses, and participating in departmental service. The teaching load is typically 1-2 courses each semester during the 9-month academic calendar.
Ohio university is proud of its rich history and as part of our ongoing efforts to provide and support a transformative learning experience, we affirm our commitment to fostering a welcoming and respectful workforce and community. Athens, home of Ohio University, provides a classic and vibrant residential learning environment for over 30,000 students, and is a family-friendly and culturally rich community. The charm of treelined brick walkways on the University's College Green makes you feel as if you are at a small college rather than a large university. Athens is frequently cited as one of the best college towns in America, including by USA Today and World Atlas.
The Department of Psychology is home to 33 full-time faculty who serve over 1,400 undergraduate students and 60 graduate students across the main and seven regional campuses in Southern and Central Ohio. Committed to excellence in research, teaching, and service, the department is consistently recognized as one of the top departments at Ohio University for its outstanding research and student engagement. The psychology program is within the College of Arts & Sciences and is central to Ohio University's transformative learning experience.
Minimum Qualifications
Candidates must have received a PhD in Psychology or closely related discipline at the time of appointment and demonstrate evidence of research productivity in the field relevant to the position.
Preferred Qualifications
- Demonstrated experience or high probability of maintaining an active, high-quality, fundable research program.
- Expertise in cognitive psychology and advanced quantitative skills.
- Evidence of teaching effectiveness or potential for teaching effectiveness.
- Prior experience mentoring students in research.
- Ability to contribute to the department's collegial and collaborative environment.
Psychology
Pay Rate: Salary is commensurate with experience and credentials and is accompanied by our generous university benefits such as tuition for self and dependents, a comprehensive insurance package (including but not limited to health, prescription, vision, dental, and life insurance), an excellent retirement plan including company contributions, parental leave, adoption reimbursement, and more. OHIO is also proud to offer wellness programs, on-site wellness facilities, and a generous employee assistance program. Additional Information is available at https://www.ohio.edu/hr/benefits/.
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Job Open Date04/01/2026
Posting Close Date
09/15/2026
Job Category: Tenure Track Faculty
Months
9 month
Planning Unit: College of Arts & Sciences
Campus: Athens
Applicants may contact this person if they have questions about this position.
Joey Pierce, Employment Coordinator, piercej@ohio.edu
Non-Discrimination Statement
Ohio University is proud of its rich history and as part of our ongoing efforts to provide and support a transformative learning experience, we affirm our commitment to fostering a welcoming and respectful workforce and community. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration free from discrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military service or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, status as a parent or foster parent, or any other bases under the law. Ohio University is an equal access/equal opportunity employer.
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