Assistant Professor of Neuroscience Psychology, Tenure-Track

Maryville College • Maryville, TN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Maryville College’s Department of Psychology seeks a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Neuroscience Psychology to begin in August 2027. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate neuroscience and psychology courses, contribute to the College’s Core Curriculum, advise students, and supervise senior projects and Maryville College Works experiences. The position includes enriching and expanding the existing neuroscience program, mentoring undergraduate research, contributing to general education in a liberal arts setting, and developing collaborations with community partners. Candidates from any area of neuroscience, including interdisciplinary or applied areas, are welcome. The role is based at a liberal arts college committed to undergraduate teaching, community engagement, research, and career preparation. The neuroscience program is expected to benefit from new laboratory and classroom spaces in the Alexander Institute for Conservation Leadership and the Sciences, which is under construction.

Requirements

• A Ph.D. in Neuroscience, Neuropsychology, Psychology, or a related field; ABD candidates in the final stages of completion will also be considered.
• Commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching in a liberal arts setting.

Nice To Haves

• Previous teaching experience is preferred.
• Expertise in any area of neuroscience, including an interdisciplinary or applied focus.

Responsibilities

• Teach a combination of introductory and upper-level courses in neuroscience and psychology.
• Teach courses in the Core Curriculum.
• Supervise senior projects and Maryville College Works experiences.
• Advise students.
• Mentor undergraduate research.
• Enrich and expand the existing neuroscience program.
• Contribute to general education in a liberal arts context.
• Grow collaborations with community partners.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree