Tenure-Track Neuroscience & Biology Professor

Winthrop University; Rock Hill (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Parental leave

Retirement program

Paid leave

Job summary

Winthrop University invites applicants for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Biology with expertise in neuroscience for employment to begin August 16, 2027. The successful candidate will join a collegial environment that includes 14 full-time faculty and over 300 undergraduate majors.

The successful candidate will demonstrate evidence of excellence in teaching, a strong commitment to student learning and development, and the ability to establish an independent research program that attracts

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in a biological science with a strong background in neuroscience. ABDs will be considered for appointment at the rank of instructor if all degree requirements are not completed by the expected start date of August 16, 2027.
• Ability to teach neuroscience and additional courses including Principles of Cell and Molecular Biology, Scientific Process in Biology, Anatomy and Physiology, Integration of Biological Principles, and courses that contribute to the general education program. Microscopy expertise is desirable.
• Evidence of an ability to establish an independent research program that will include undergraduate students.
• Evidence of excellent interpersonal skills and strong personal ethics for mentorship of student research projects.

Responsibilities

• Teach/develop courses in neuroscience and support the biology curriculum for a total of 12 contact hours per semester.
• Beyond neuroscience, teach courses that could include Principles of Cell and Molecular Biology, Scientific Process in Biology, Anatomy and Physiology, Integration of Biological Principles, and courses that contribute to the general education program.
• Active engagement in student-centered research in field of specialization.
• Advising and mentoring undergraduate students majoring in biology.
• Engage in professional service to the department, college, university, discipline, and community.
• Other duties as assigned by the department chair.

Skills

Neuroscience

Education

Ph.D. in Biological Science

Job description

Winthrop University invites applicants for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Biology with expertise in neuroscience for employment to begin August 16, 2027. The successful candidate will join a collegial environment that includes 14 full-time faculty and over 300 undergraduate majors.

The successful candidate will demonstrate evidence of excellence in teaching, a strong commitment to student learning and development, and the ability to establish an independent research program that attracts