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Assistant Professor in Cognitive Psychology

Northeastern Illinois University

Chicago, ILJob$65–68K/yrSeen 4 days agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago

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Compensation
$65–68K/yr
Location
Chicago, IL
Work Authorization
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Doctorate

Job overview

Northeastern Illinois University’s Department of Psychology seeks an Assistant Professor in Cognitive Psychology for a tenure-track position beginning August 2027. The successful candidate will maintain a cognitive psychology research program involving undergraduate and MA students, teach cognitive psychology and special topics courses, oversee capstone and thesis projects, mentor students, and contribute to departmental, university, and community service. Expertise related to human perception is preferred.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Cognitive Psychology ResearchCognitive Psychology InstructionStudent MentoringHuman Perception

Qualifications

PhD in Cognitive PsychologyBackground Check

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
401(k) Match

Full job description

This job was posted by https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov : For more information, please see: https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/13818629 Northeastern offers a rewarding working environment for our students and employees. Our faculty and staff are smart, dedicated people who work to create an excellent urban university experience for bright and motivated students.\ \ Job Summary:\ The Department of Psychology at Northeastern Illinois University invites applications for a tenure track position for an Assistant Professor in Cognitive Psychology (Ph.D. required upon appointment), beginning August, 2027.\ \ Job Description:\ The successful candidate is expected to maintain a research program in cognitive psychology that involves undergraduate and MA students. We are looking for candidates with research interests in any area of cognitive psychology. Preference will be given to those who demonstrate some expertise in areas of cognitive psychology related to human perception. In addition to cognitive psychology instruction, undergraduate and graduate special topics classes will be assigned related to their area of research, as well as overseeing both undergraduate capstone and MA-level thesis projects. Candidates should expect to mentor both undergraduate and graduate students as well as to contribute to service in departmental, university and community activities. Our department promotes excellence in both teaching and research and has a curriculum that reflects those priorities.\ \ Minimal Qualifications:\ For full consideration, applications should be submitted by December 21, 2026. Candidates should submit the following as PDF files through the NEIU Workday application system:letter of application, statement of teaching philosophy and research program, CV, evidence of teaching effectiveness, three letters of recommendation, recent publications, and a copy of your most recent transcript.\ \ NEIU will consider applications from individuals who have valid work authorization in the United States (including those holding valid F-1 and H-1B status) and who currently reside in and are physically within the United States. The University is unable to consider applications from any individual who is outside of the United States and will require consular processing to obtain an H-1B visa.\ \ This position requires a background check. \ Salary Range\ 65,000-68,000?\ Benefits\ University employees may be eligible for a variety of State of Illinois benefits. These benefits are administered through the Illinois Department of Central Management Service (CMS). Please visit ourEmployee Benefitspage to learn more about our comprehensive benefits packageincluding health, dental, and vision benefits, sick and vacation days, and participation in the State Universities Retirement System.\ \ Northeastern Illinois University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and invites applications from Women, Minorities, Veterans and Persons with Disabilities, as well as other qualified individuals.Northeastern Illinois University's positions are contingent upon the University's receipt of its State of Illinois appropriation.

How this job compares

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Pay
  • This posting$65–68K/yr
  • Illinois median$65–70K/yr20 salary ranges
  • US median$115–164K/yr787 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $67K, is close to the Illinois median midpoint ($67K) — in the middle half of Professor salary ranges in Illinois.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 28 open Professor jobs in Illinois and 2,973 across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Experience
Professor postings that state a minimum ask for 3 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 2 to 5 years (367 postings).
Education
This posting asks for a doctorate or professional degree; 1,858 of the 2,973 open Professor jobs (62%) ask for a doctorate or professional degree.

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