Psychology - Assistant Professor (Neuroscience)
University of New Brunswick
The Department of Psychology at the University of New Brunswick in Saint John, N.B., invites applications for a 10-month term position in Neuroscience at the rank of Assistant Professor, commencing August 1, 2027, subject to final budgetary approval.
The University of New Brunswick respectfully acknowledges that its Saint John campus sits on unsurrendered and unceded traditional Wolastoqey land. The lands of Wabanaki people were recognized in a series of Peace and Friendship Treaties to establish an ongoing relationship of peace, friendship and mutual respect between equal nations. The river that runs by our university is known as Wolastoq, along which live Wolastoqiyik, “the people of the beautiful and bountiful river.” Wolastoq is also known as the St. John River.
Candidates must have a Ph.D. in Neuroscience, Neuropsychology, or a related field. The successful candidate will teach courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels, which will include courses on the anatomy and function of the brain and the spinal cord. They will also contribute to other teaching at the undergraduate and graduate level. Contributions to the supervision of research students by the successful candidate would be welcomed.
The Department of Psychology on the UNB Saint John Campus offers undergraduate programs in Psychology and Biology-Psychology, as well as a thesis-based Master of Arts in Psychology, a course-based Master of Applied Psychology, Research, and Evaluation, and a Ph.D. in Psychology that is offered jointly with the Department of Psychology at UNB Fredericton. Starting in the Fall of 2027, the Department will also offer graduate programs in Neuroscience, to which the successful candidate will contribute significantly. The Department has a strong background in experimental/applied psychology and solid links with Horizon Health Network and Dalhousie Medicine New Brunswick. The Department also contributes to the Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology Program offered at UNB Fredericton.
Review of applications will begin on December 15, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants should submit their application package via the application portal: https://jobs.careerbeacon.com/apply/2245560?utm_source=sharepage-jobboards&utm_campaign=refer&utm_medium=in-app
The package should include: (1) a cover letter describing the candidate’s educational background and research expertise, relevant experience, and future research goals, (2) their CV, and other files, including (3) a statement of research interests, (4) a statement explaining how they integrate Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion into their academic work, (5) a teaching portfolio including a statement of teaching philosophy, and (6) up to three reprints of recent publications. Academic references will be requested from all short-listed candidates. Questions can be directed to Dr. Jonathan Wilbiks, Chair of the Department of Psychology ([email protected]).
The salary for the position depends on the rank at which the successful candidate is hired. Faculty salary grids by rank are available here: https://www.unb.ca/hr/_assets/documents/salary-grids.pdf . Salary and fringe benefits are governed by Sections 35 and 36B of the Association of University of New Brunswick Teachers (AUNBT) 2025-2029 Collective Agreement.
All shortlisted candidates will be expected to provide confirmation of credentials, including appropriately certified translations of credentials into English, as applicable.
The University of New Brunswick is committed to employment equity and fostering diversity within our community and developing an inclusive workplace that reflects the richness of the broader community that we serve. The University welcomes and encourages applications from all qualified individuals who will help us achieve our goals, including women, visible minorities, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.
