Assistant Professor, Sensory Neuroscience & Teaching

College of Charleston; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

The College of Charleston invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in sensory neuroscience in the Psychology Department, beginning August 16, 2027. A Ph.D.

in Psychology, Neuroscience, or a related field is required, with a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching and an active research program involving undergraduates. Primary teaching will include Sensation & Perception and Behavioral Neuroscience, with opportunities for specialized electives; candidates with animal-model

Qualifications

• PhD in Psychology, Neuroscience, or a related field.
• Strong commitment to undergraduate teaching and maintaining an active research program with undergraduates.
• Open research area within sensory neuroscience; animal-model expertise encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Teach foundational courses in Sensation & Perception and Behavioral Neuroscience.
• Lead and mentor undergraduate research projects in sensory neuroscience.
• Develop and teach specialized elective courses related to the candidate’s expertise.
• Collaborate with colleagues and engage in departmental service.

Skills

Teaching

Student mentoring

Research planning

Sensation & Perception

Education

PhD in Psychology/Neuroscience

Job description

The College of Charleston invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in sensory neuroscience in the Psychology Department, beginning August 16, 2027. A Ph.D.

in Psychology, Neuroscience, or a related field is required, with a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching and an active research program involving undergraduates. Primary teaching will include Sensation & Perception and Behavioral Neuroscience, with opportunities for specialized electives; candidates with animal-model