Position Title: Postdoctoral Research Associate - Psychology

Department: Psychology

Position Type: Postdoc | College of Science

Qualifications:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The postdoctoral research associate will be responsible for designing and leading experiments relating to spatial navigation across the lifespan using virtual reality, functional and structural magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and other measures. They will be expected to disseminate results at conferences and in publications at peer-reviewed journals. The postdoctoral research associate will also have the opportunity to participate in and write grants (internal and external) for additional funding.

Required Qualifications

• PhD in Psychology, Neuroscience, Biomedical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Virtual environment design
• FMRI design and analysis
• Cognitive aging experience
• Software development
• Background in statistics

Application Instructions:

To apply, applicants should go to and submit the following materials:

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter
• Contact References (provide one document with three contacts who may serve as recommenders). (Confidential Letters of Recommendation are only required for shortlisted candidates and will be requested as the search progresses.)
• 1-2 publications or preprints

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants are encouraged to apply early for the best consideration.

Questions may be addressed to Search Committee Steven Weisberg at .

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Background Check Requirement

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Description:

The Department of Psychology of the College of Science, at the University of Texas at Arlington, invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate.

This position is expected to start November 1, 2025.

the Department

UTA's Department of Psychology is home to a distinctive and talented group of individuals, including over 1,100 undergraduate majors, 50 Master's students, and 30 Ph.D. students. Psychology offers robust graduate and undergraduate programs that provide students with a solid foundation in the fundamental principles of psychology that shape thought, emotion, and behavior. At the undergraduate level, faculty members prepare students for a wide range of careers by emphasizing critical thinking skills, evidence-based decision making, and a respectful attitude towards human dignity and variability. Faculty also offer strong preparation for graduate studies in psychology and related fields, focusing on current principals and methods of psychological science and ethical considerations in the field. Psychology graduate programs in Experimental Psychology (Ph.D.) and Industrial/Organizational Psychology (MS) are tailored for students pursuing careers in teaching, research, or applied settings. The department places a primary emphasis on research, both in laboratory and applied settings; its mission is to conduct rigorous scientific inquiry into behavior and mental processes, exploring the biological, social, and psychological factors that underlie them.

About the University

The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA) is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. As a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution, UTA is dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. With an enrollment of more than 42,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 "Very High Research Activity" institution and nationally recognized for its commitment to student success and service. It ranks No. 5 in Military Times' "Best for Vets: Colleges" and is the top university in North Texas for its graduates' salaries (The Wall Street Journal). UTA is designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution and is No. 6 for undergraduate ethnic diversity in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). With a global alumni network of approximately 280,000 - including leaders at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas - UTA contributes an estimated $29 billion annual to the Texas economy.

UTA is expanding its regional footprint by building a regional campus, called UTA West, in Parker County on the far west side of Fort Worth. It is scheduled to open in fall 2028. This initiative aligns with the university's strategic growth and commitment to serving the broader community. Furthermore, UTA has launched the RISE 100 initiative, aiming to recruit 100 new tenure-system faculty to strengthen its research enterprise and leadership in key academic areas. Learn more at .

This is an exciting time to join UTA and contribute to its bold vision for the future.

Benefits at UTA

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