TENURE-TRACK ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF NEUROBIOLOGY

Northwestern University; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Leave

Tuition Benefits

Retirement Savings

Pre-tax Spending Accounts

Wellness Programs

Job summary

Northwestern University in Evanston, IL seeks a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Neurobiology to start Sept 1, 2027. The candidate will lead a high-profile research program in molecular/developmental neuroscience, with interests in genomics, gene regulation, and circuit development. Teaching responsibilities and commitment to excellence are expected.

Applicants should hold a Ph.D. and/or M.D. with a strong publication record and potential for extramural funding.

Qualifications

• Significant potential for innovation and scholarly achievement.
• Candidates should have a Ph.D. and/or an M.D. with an outstanding record.
• Ability to establish a high-profile, extramurally funded research program.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain an independent research program with funding.
• Teach in Neurobiology and related courses within Northwestern.
• Collaborate across departments and participate in Interdepartmental Neuroscience initiatives.

Skills

Genomics

Epigenetics

Neuronal identity

Circuit development

Teaching

Education

Ph.D. or M.D.

Job description

TENURE-TRACK ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF NEUROBIOLOGY

Department: WCAS Neurobiology

The Department of Neurobiology in the Weinberg College of Arts and Sciences at Northwestern University seeks to recruit a full-time tenure-track faculty member at the rank of Assistant Professor with an anticipated start date of September 1, 2027. We are particularly interested in candidates working in the areas of Molecular and/or Developmental Neuroscience who use innovative approaches to address fundamental questions relating to the development and function of the nervous system. Areas of interest include (but are not limited to) genomics, gene regulation and epigenetics, specification of neuronal identity, synapse formation and function, circuit wiring and development-preferably in the context of whole-animal nervous system function and behavior.

The candidates should demonstrate significant potential for innovation, scholarship, and commitment to excellence in both research and teaching. Applicants holding a Ph.D. and/or an M.D. degree and demonstrating an outstanding record of scientific achievement will be considered. Successful candidates will be expected to establish and maintain a high-profile research program with substantial extramural funding.

Northwestern University offers a rich and vibrant intellectual environment and state-of-the-art research facilities. The appointee will join a broad, interactive community including colleagues in the Interdepartmental Neuroscience program which comprises over 130 faculty drawn from the Weinberg College of Arts and Sciences, the McCormick School of Engineering, the Feinberg School of Medicine, the School of Communication, the Stanley Manne Children's Research Institute, and the Shirley Ryan Ability Lab. Interactions are fostered by numerous institutes and centers including the National Institute for Theory and Mathematics in Biology (NITMB), Chemistry of Life Processes Institute, Querrey Simpson Institute for Bioelectronics, Chan Zuckerberg Biohub Chicago, Center for Sleep and Circadian Biology, Center for Genetic Medicine, and the Simpson Querrey Institute for Epigenetics.

Applicants should submit a cover letter, a CV, contact information for three referees, a description of research plans (3 pages), a teaching statement (1 page), and three publications or preprints (all in PDF format). Inquiries can be directed to Stephanie Pociask at [e-mail]. Additional information about the Department of Neurobiology is available at https://neurobiology.northwestern.edu. To ensure full consideration, applications should be submitted by October 25, 2026.

Salary
The expected base pay range for this position is $110,000 - $125,000.
This base pay range is for a nine-month academic appointment, does not include summer salary, and is subject to negotiation.

Northwestern University has provided a pay range representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for the position. The pay offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors including (but not limited to) the experience and qualifications of the selected candidate including years since terminal degree, training, and field or discipline; departmental budget availability; internal comparators; and external market pay for comparable jobs.

Benefits

• health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• paid medical/sick and parental leave
• tuition benefits for the employee and dependents
• pre-tax and flex spending accounts for commuting and dependent care
• generous retirement savings options
• wellness programs

For a comprehensive overview of available benefits, including eligibility details, visit us at Northwestern Benefits to learn more.

Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics, including disability and veteran status. View Northwestern's non-discrimination statement. Job applicants who wish to request an accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Compliance. View additional information on the accommodations process.

Location: Evanston, Illinois