37.1585, Jobs: Cognitive Science, General Linguistics, Neurolinguistics, Philosophy of Language, Psycholinguistics: Assistant Professor in Cognitive Science, AI & the Mind, University of Colorado - Boulder

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Subject: 37.1585, Jobs: Cognitive Science, General Linguistics, Neurolinguistics, Philosophy of Language, Psycholinguistics: Assistant Professor in Cognitive Science, AI & the Mind, University of Colorado - Boulder

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Date: 24-Apr-2026
From: Danielle Franklin [danielle.franklin-1 at colorado.edu]
Subject: Cognitive Science, General Linguistics, Neurolinguistics, Philosophy of Language, Psycholinguistics: Assistant Professor in Cognitive Science, AI & the Mind, University of Colorado - Boulder

Job Location: CO, USA
Web Address: https://www.colorado.edu/ics/
Job Title: Assistant Professor in Cognitive Science, AI & the Mind
Job Rank: Assistant Professor
Salary: $85,000 – $140,000

Minimum Education: PhD

Specialty Areas: Cognitive Science; General Linguistics;
Neurolinguistics; Philosophy of Language; Psycholinguistics

Description:
The Institute of Cognitive Science (ICS) at the University of Colorado
Boulder invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor
position in the area of AI and the Mind, with an anticipated start
date of Fall 2027. Highly qualified candidates who have been recently
promoted to Associate Professor level may also be considered.
We seek applicants advancing research at the intersection of
artificial intelligence, broadly construed, and human cognition.
Candidates may bridge artificial and natural intelligence through
modeling, experimentation, or theory; candidates pursuing
interdisciplinary and innovative approaches are encouraged to apply.
The ideal candidate will have an outstanding track record of research,
as evidenced by a notable publication history and a demonstrated
record of seeking and securing funding as a Principal Investigator, as
appropriate to their current academic rank.
Areas of interest include, but are not limited to:
 - Computational Models of Cognition: using AI methods to model
perception, memory, learning, decision-making, or language, including
their neural bases.
 - AI Tools for Cognitive Neuroscience: leveraging machine learning to
analyze brain/behavioral data or to explore neural mechanisms.
 - Human-AI Interaction: understanding how humans perceive,
collaborate with, and may be enhanced or augmented by AI systems.
 - Brain-Computer Interfaces: connecting neural processes to
computational systems for communication, control, or rehabilitation.
 - Algorithmic Bias & Cognitive Bias: studying parallels between human
biases and AI decision-making; ensuring fair and ethical systems.
 - Philosophy of Mind & AI: investigating conceptual questions about
consciousness, representation, and machine intelligence.
A successful candidate will be expected to build a widely recognized
research program, provide high-quality instruction and advising to a
diverse group of graduate and undergraduate students, and actively
engage with colleagues from a wide range of disciplines.
CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable
federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in
employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all
individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage
individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected
veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Successful applicants will have a tenure home in a department most
appropriate to their research program and background. Possible tenure
home departments include Computer Science, Information Science, the
School of Education, Psychology and Neuroscience, and Linguistics.
Responsibilities will include teaching, service and research duties of
a Tenure Track Faculty at the Institute of Cognitive Science as well
as the tenure home department.
A Ph.D. in Computer Science, Information Science, Cognitive Science,
Learning Sciences, Psychology and Neuroscience, Linguistics, or a
related field is required.
Appointment rank and starting salary, within the range of $85,000 –
$140,000, will be determined based on the candidate’s education,
experience, and academic home department.

Application Deadline: (Open until filled)
Web Address for Applications:
https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/?jobId=71179
Application Instructions:
To apply, please submit the following materials:
 - Curriculum vitae
 - Cover Letter specifically addressing the applicant's match to the
criteria described above.
 - Statement of Research describing current activities and future
plans
 - Statement of Teaching Philosophy and Experience
 - Three publications demonstrating a focus on one or more of the
research areas listed above (combined into one PDF)
 - At least three references, including names and contact information.
If advanced, we will request letters of recommendation from your
references.
 - (Optional) Transcripts/Proof of Degree: If you are selected as the
finalist, your degree will be verified by the CU Boulder Campus Human
Resources Department using an approved online vendor. However, if your
degree was obtained outside of the United States, please submit an
English-translated version as an Optional document.
Please apply by June 30th 2026 for full consideration. Job will remain
open until filled.
Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For
consideration, applications must be submitted through CU Boulder Jobs.
Contact Information:
        Professor James Martin
        Email: James.Martin at colorado.edu

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