CSH Adjunct Faculty - Neuroscience

DePaul University; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 46,872 - 62,496; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Chicago is seeking part-time faculty for the Neuroscience Department for the 2025-2026 Academic Year. Candidates should have a Master's degree in a relevant field, with a Ph.D. preferred. This role involves teaching various undergraduate courses such as Introduction to Neuroscience, and applicants must demonstrate a strong commitment to education. Competitive compensation ranges from $4,200 to $5,600 per course, based on qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• Experienced in teaching neuroscience and related disciplines.
• Ability to develop course materials and engage students.
• Flexible to teach various neuroscience courses as needed.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in Introduction to Neuroscience and related areas.
• Engage in curriculum development and student mentorship.
• Contribute to the growth of the Neuroscience program.

Skills

Broad training in neuroscience

Commitment to undergraduate education

Interest in growing major

Education

Master's Degree

Ph.D. preferred

Job description

CSH Adjunct Faculty - Neuroscience

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Full-time faculty positions will be posted on a per-opening basis. Postings are organized by college/school and department. Applicants will be evaluated at the college/school level for the position which they are submitting an application. Unless noted by a close date, positions will remain open until they are filled. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

Part-time Faculty Positions

DePaul University invites expressions of interest for a pool of qualified Part Time Faculty to teach courses in a variety of disciplines across all 10 colleges and schools. Individuals may enter expressions of interest by submitting their credentials to any posting for which they are qualified to teach. Postings are organized by college/school and department. Screening of individuals in the pool is ongoing, depending on curricular need and funding. Individuals will be contacted by the department if they reach the finalist stage for teaching a particular course or set of courses. The pool will remain in place until the closing date specified in the posting details; those interested in remaining in the pool beyond that time must resubmit. All individuals in the pool will be notified by email when the posting is closed.

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Posting Details

Job ID: 62225

College/School: Chicago, IL - College of Science and Health

Position Description

The Department of Neuroscience within the College of Science and Health at DePaul University invites expressions of interest in part-time faculty teaching opportunities for the 2025-2026 Academic Year. Applicants interested in teaching in any of the areas specified in the posting are invited to apply, and those with qualifications matching the curricular scheduling needs will be contacted for an interview if an opening becomes available.

Areas of teaching interest include: Introduction to Neuroscience, Physiological Psychology, Cellular Neurobiology, Computational Neuroscience, Neurodevelopment, and Neuroscience Research Methods or upper level course in a Neuroscience Specialty area.

Qualifications

Successful candidates will be broadly trained in neuroscience, neurobiology or physiological psychology with a strong commitment to undergraduate education and an interest in contributing to a growing major. A Master's Degree is required but a Ph.D. is preferred.

Application Instructions

Please submit a CV and Teaching statement which describes your teaching experience and the types of courses you are qualified to teach.

Considerations

Exceptions to standard rates may apply to courses with unique credit hours, supervision, labs, clinical/practicum courses, coaching, administrative tasks, and courses that are either over-enroled or under-enrolled.

General Compensation/Benefits Statement

DePaul University has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the qualifications, education, experience, and training of the selected candidate, the scope and responsibilities of the position, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information.

DePaul University offers a variety of benefit options for qualified part-time employees. Further information regarding benefits can be found here: https://offices.depaul.edu/human-resources/benefits/part-time/Pages/default.aspx

About DePaul University's Academic Calendar

Except for the College of Law, DePaul University operates on a quarter system. Classes in Autumn, Winter, and Spring quarters are 11 weeks in length (including finals week) and Summer courses, in two sessions, are typically 5 weeks in length. The College of Law operates on the semester system. Classes in the Fall and Spring semesters are 16 weeks in length (including finals week) and it offers a Summer Session of 7 weeks (including final exams).

Close Date: Jun 30, 2026

Salary Information

The anticipated hiring rate of this position is between $4,200 and $5,600 per course, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Applicant Documents

C.V. (1)
Cover Letter (1)