Two Program Officer positions are being advertised at the National Science Foundation:


Cognitive Neuroscience Program Director:

BCS is seeking a Program Director for the Cognitive Neuroscience program. The Cognitive Neuroscience Program aims to spur the development of highly novel theories, techniques and models directed toward enabling basic scientific understanding of a broad range of issues involving brain, cognition, and behavior. Research will provide insights into healthy functions of brain, cognition, and behavior. Additionally, the program highly values the exploration of new methodologies, utilization of the latest analytic approaches, and the convergence of cutting edge techniques for addressing basic questions about human cognition. For additional information, see:https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/435126100?org=BCS


Science of Learning Program Director:

The Division of Behavioral and Cognitive Sciences (BCS) at NSF is seeking a Program Director in the Science of Learning, who could also contribute to the management of the Development and Learning Sciences Program. Over the years, the Division has successfully supported research on learning across many scales of analysis, drawing on perspectives from many fields including cognitive and behavioral sciences, social science, engineering, biology, neuroscience, mathematics and physical sciences, computer science, machines learning and artificial intelligence. Attention is now turned to planning the next phase of Science of Learning investments, vis-à-vis the Developmental and Learning Sciences program, to continue the advancement of fundamental knowledge about learning.  For additional information, see: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/435131500?org=BCS

 

Betty Tuller, Ph.D. 
Director, Program in Perception, Action, and Cognition 
National Science Foundation 
4201 Wilson Blvd 
Arlington, VA 22230 
Tel: 703.292.7238 
Fax: 703.292.9068

 

1) A new Proposal and Award Policies and Procedures Guide is now available at http://www.nsf.gov/publications/pub_summ.jsp?ods_key=nsf16001

2) The PAC program has additional requirements for submission: Please go to the website at http://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=5686 

3) Other items of potential interest to the PAC community are listed on the PAC website.

NOTE: New solicitation for Integrative Strategies for Understanding Neural and Cognitive Systems:  http://www.nsf.gov/publications/pub_summ.jsp?ods_key=nsf16508.

 Interested in serving as a Program Officer at NSF? Visit: http://www.nsf.gov/about/career_opps/rotators/microsite/