Assistant Professor - Psychology (Cognitive Neuroscience)

Wilfrid Laurier University

Waterloo, Ontario, Canada
permanent
Posted March 14, 2026

Job Description

WILFRID LAURIER UNIVERSITY

FACULTY OF SCIENCE


DEPARTMENT OF PSYCHOLOGY


Cognitive Neuroscience

The Department of Psychology at Wilfrid Laurier University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty Assistant Professor position in Cognitive Neuroscience beginning on July 1, 2026, subject to budgetary approval. The primary campus for this position is the Waterloo campus, with the possibility of teaching responsibilities at the Brantford and Milton campuses through in person or virtual delivery.

Anticipated Salary Range: $90,000 to $130,000. Actual salary will be commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in Psychology or a closely related field or have a confirmed defense date for such a degree before September 1, 2026. The successful candidate will have a specialization in Cognitive Neuroscience and a strong record of research excellence. Their research program should investigate the...