Assistant Teaching Professor of Neuroscience (Cellular or Molecular Neuroscience)

William & Mary; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Educational assistance

Wellness programs

Job summary

William & Mary invites applications for a 3-year, non-tenure track Assistant Teaching Professor of Neuroscience (Cellular or Molecular Neuroscience) to begin August 10, 2027. The position is fixed-term with potential for renewal and promotion within the Teaching Faculty Framework.

The successful candidate will teach courses in neuroscience and mentor undergraduates, with a 3-3 load and a strong teaching focus in a vibrant program at a public university in Virginia.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Neuroscience, Biology or closely related discipline.
• Applicants must have completed 18 graduate credit hours in the discipline in which they will teach.
• Ability to teach Neuroscience courses such as the introductory class, Exploring Neuroscience: Molecules, Cells and Synapses, and other lecture/seminar courses in cellular and molecular neuroscience.
• Ability to mentor undergraduate Neuroscience majors.

Responsibilities

• Teach neuroscience courses and seminars with a 3-3 teaching load.
• Mentor undergraduate Neuroscience majors.

Skills

Teaching ability

Mentoring

Education

Ph.D. in Neuroscience/ Biology/ related

18 graduate credit hours taught in discipline

Job description

Job Requisition:

JR102108 Assistant Teaching Professor of Neuroscience (Cellular or Molecular Neuroscience) (Open)

Job Posting Title:

Assistant Teaching Professor of Neuroscience (Cellular or Molecular Neuroscience)

Department:

CC00118 WM001 | CAS | Neuroscience

Job Family:

Faculty - Non-Tenure Track (Less than 12 months)

Worker Sub-Type:

Fixed Term (requires end date - benefited) (Fixed Term)

Job Requisition Primary Location:

Integrated Science Center

Primary Job Posting Location:

Posting Location - William & Mary

Job Description Summary:

The Neuroscience Program at William & Mary, a public university of the Commonwealth of Virginia, invites applications for a 3 year, non-tenure track Assistant Teaching Professor of Neuroscience instructional position that will begin August 10, 2027. This full-time teaching faculty appointment carries a service component commensurate with rank and comes with the possibility of ongoing renewals and a framework for promotion per the Teaching Faculty Framework.

We seek an individual with expertise in cellular, molecular, or quantitative approaches in Neuroscience. The successful applicant will be expected to be an effective teacher and will have a [3-3] teaching load.

Required Qualifications:

• A Ph.D. degree in Neuroscience, Biology or closely related discipline.
• Applicants must have completed 18 graduate credit hours in the discipline in which they will teach.
• Ability to teach courses in Neuroscience such as the introductory class, "Exploring Neuroscience: Molecules, Cells and Synapses," and other lecture and seminar-style courses in cellular and molecular neuroscience.
• Ability to contribute to the mentoring of undergraduate Neuroscience majors.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous teaching experience.

Conditions of Employment:

This position may require additional hours beyond the typical work week, including occasional overnight and weekend work as needed to meet the business needs of the operation.

Information about the Neuroscience program may be found at https://www.wm.edu/as/neuroscience/ and https://catalog.wm.edu/programs/neuroscience-bs-neuroscience/index.html

Benefits:

William & Mary offers our full-time employees a full array of benefits including retirement, health insurance with options for expanded dental and vision along with group and optional life insurance with coverage for spouse and children, flexible spending accounts, and an EAP (Employee Assistance Program).

Our employees enjoy additional university benefits such as educational assistance, professional development, wellness benefits, and a robust holiday schedule. Housing Relocation Resources are also available to help new employees transition successfully to the area. All employees have access to fitness facilities on campus, to the university libraries, and much more. To learn more, go to: https://www.wm.edu/offices/uhr/benefits/index.php?type=none

Job Profile:

JP0515 - Assistant Professor (Less than 12 months) NTE - Exempt - Salary - S99

Compensation Grade:

S99

Recruiting Start Date:

2026-09-18

Position Restrictions:

Restricted Term

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