Assistant, Associate, or Professor in Neuroscience
Neuroscience faculty position at University of Kentucky
About
Full-time, tenure-track faculty appointment at assistant, associate or full professor rank in the Department of Neuroscience. The search spans molecular and cellular neuroscience, glial biology, addiction, computational and data neuroscience, neurodegeneration, CNS injury, neuroimmunology, and sensory, motor and cognitive systems. Successful applicants will develop independent research, mentor trainees and contribute to teaching. Applications remain open until filled; the September priority-review date has passed, but the official posting continues to accept applications.
Topics
- molecular and cellular neuroscience
- glial biology
- addiction
- data neuroscience
- neurodegeneration
- CNS injury
- Neuroimmunology
- Cognitive Systems
Requirements
PhD, MD or MD/PhD in neuroscience or a related discipline. Assistant-professor applicants should show scholarly productivity and a compelling research programme with funding potential. Senior applicants need an established externally funded programme and appropriate leadership record. Submit a CV, cover letter, research statement, teaching/service statement and three professional references through the employer portal.
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Source: ukjobs.uky.edu