Assistant Professor, Tenure-Track, Department of Psychology and Neuroscience, Neuroscience
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About The Position
Baylor University is seeking to fill two tenure-track faculty positions at the Assistant Professor rank within the Department of Psychology and Neuroscience, effective fall 2025. The ideal candidates will be collaborative faculty members with research experience in clinical, behavioral, cellular, or molecular neuroscience. We encourage individuals with experience using rodents, alternative animal models, or humans to apply. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to a vibrant academic community and engage in impactful research that aligns with the university's mission of educating leaders and serving the community. As a faculty member, you will be expected to teach both undergraduate and graduate students, provide mentorship to doctoral students, and develop a robust, externally-funded research program. The successful candidates will have a sustained record of research and demonstrate the potential to secure extramural funding appropriate to their career stage. This role is not only about teaching and research but also about contributing to the academic and professional development of students in the department. Baylor University, located in Waco, Texas, is the oldest college in Texas and has a diverse student population of 21,000. It has been recognized as an R1 institution by the Carnegie Classification and is listed among the 'Great Colleges to Work For' by The Chronicle of Higher Education. The university offers competitive salaries and benefits, making it an attractive place for faculty and staff to work and live in one of the fastest-growing areas of the state. The strategic plan, Illuminate, guides the university's commitment to integrating academic excellence with Christian values in a supportive community.
