Founding Director of the Human Neuroimaging Center

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The University of Notre Dame's Department of Psychology is seeking an esteemed and dynamic leader and psychologist to serve as the Founding Director of the Human Neuroimaging Center (Center). This new center will focus on cutting-edge research in human thinking, emotion, and behavior, using advanced neuroimaging techniques to explore the intricate connections between neural functions and behavior. Serving as a hub for interdisciplinary collaboration, the Center will integrate diverse perspectives to advance understanding of the brain mechanisms underlying behavior. The founding director will be central in shaping its strategic direction, operational success, and scientific output.

As part of its Strategic Framework 2033, Notre Dame has set ambitious goals to solidify its position as the leading global Catholic research university, distinctive yet on par with the world's best private research institutions. This includes bold initiatives promoting cross-disciplinary collaboration and greater global impact. Notre Dame has made substantial investments in facilities, faculty hiring, undergraduate and graduate education, and research, with more planned for the future. The University is also enhancing its global engagement. Under a College Priority Plan, research and creative endeavors across fields and disciplines have risen, graduate programs have been strengthened, graduate student funding has increased, and faculty recruitment has resulted in a faculty body that is stronger and more diverse than ever.

A prime example of Notre Dame's commitment to advancing research is the establishment of the Human Neuroimaging Center. The Center will include a 3T Siemens Magnetom Cima X fMRI system, dedicated research spaces for TMS, EEG, and neuropsychological testing, and a BSL2-level lab for biological sample acquisition and storage of biological samples. It will be co-located with the Shaw Center for Children and Families, the Notre Dame Psychological Services Center, and several community-facing research labs. Notre Dame's investment in owning and operating this advanced equipment underscores its commitment to enhancing its clinical and research initiatives.

The inaugural Director of the Human Neuroimaging Center will possess a distinguished record of impactful research and a proven history of securing sustained extramural funding. They will have demonstrated leadership skills and experience in leading team efforts or developing programs, including budgetary and operational oversight of large and complex academic units. The ideal candidate will have the intellectual vision and acumen to establish and guide a new center toward future advancements. They should also have the persuasive ability to engage diverse stakeholders and the energy to drive initiatives forward. As the first director, they will promote collaboration and seek new opportunities for partnerships and alignment. Candidates must hold a PhD with qualifications suitable for a tenured appointment in the Department of Psychology. The University of Notre Dame has retained Isaacson, Miller, a national executive search firm, to assist with this search. Confidential inquiries, nominations, and CVs with cover letters should be sent via Isaacson, Miller website for the search: https://www.imsearch.com/open-searches/university-notre-dame-human-neuroimaging-center/founding-director

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