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Applications should include a cover letter, a research proposal, one page teaching statement and contact information for 3 references. Research statements must specify how the applicant’s research will integrate with and benefit from ongoing cognitive science research conducted at The University of Michigan.  For example, the research proposal could make ties to the research interests of faculty from the Departments of Linguistics, Psychology, Philosophy, Computer Science and Engineering and/or The Neuroscience PhD Program, or related disciplines. Please combine all application materials into one PDF to submit through the UM job application site.

The Weinberg Institute for Cognitive Science at The University of Michigan invites applications from creative, highly qualified and motivated researchers for a two-year postdoctoral position. The position is primarily a research appointment, but also involves annually co-teaching  a cognitive science graduate or undergraduate seminar with a UM faculty member, or the instruction of one Cognitive Science course. The beginning date of the appointment will be September 2022.  Starting January 2023 is negotiable.

We welcome applications from students working in all areas of cognitive science spanning linguistics, philosophy, neuroscience, and related fields such as computer science / AI and psychiatry.

The mission of the University of Michigan is to serve the people of Michigan and the world through preeminence in creating, communicating, preserving and applying knowledge, art, and academic values, and in developing leaders and citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future.

In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, the University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family, and plan for a secure future.  Benefits include:

• Many choices for comprehensive health insurance
• Dental and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses
• Maternity and paternity leave

The Weinberg Institute seeks applicants willing to collaboratively and innovatively contribute to the developing Institute, the mission of which is to create a world class center for cognitive science research and teaching, at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.  

The successful application will hold a Ph.D.  in any area of cognitive science and have a demonstrated record of high quality research.

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Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days.  The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

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