Assistant Professor, Psychology (Neuroscience)

EMPLOYER: Gonzaga University

LOCATION: Spokane, Washington, USA

TYPE: Full-Time, Tenure-Track

START DATE: August 16, 2027

SALARY: 2,853 (budgeted range 2,853 - 7,710)

APPLICATION DEADLINE: October 26, 2026

REQUIREMENTS:
- PhD in Neuroscience, Psychology, or closely related field
- At least one year experience teaching undergraduate students
- Research program focused on neural mechanisms underlying human cognition, perception, and/or behavior
- Research utilizing or advanced through EEG and/or TMS methods
- Commitment to engaging, inclusive learning environments
- Ability to mentor undergraduate students

PREFERRED:
- At least one year postdoctoral work
- Evidence of engaging, inclusive teaching
- Evidence of peer-reviewed scholarship

RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Teach equivalent to 9 credits each semester (typically three lecture sections)
- Teaching areas include introductory Neuroscience courses and upper-division courses (Biological Psychology, Affective Neuroscience, Systems Neurophysiology, etc.)
- Develop neuroscience research program providing research experiences to undergraduates
- Publish in peer-reviewed journals and seek external funding
- Provide academic and career advising to 15-25 undergraduate students per year
- Participate in service and academic citizenship
- Maintain standards of professionalism

WHAT IS OFFERED:
- Relocation reimbursement
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Competitive salary

RELOCATION: Yes | SIGNING BONUS: No | H1B SPONSORSHIP: Suspended

ABOUT GONZAGA:
Jesuit, Catholic, humanistic institution committed to educating students for lives of leadership and service. Campus adjacent to downtown Spokane along Spokane River. Psychology and Neuroscience Department committed to inclusive excellence.

CONTACT: Dr. Kevin Measor | measor@gonzaga.edu
HR: (509) 313-5996

APPLY: Apply via Gonzaga University careers portal