Assistant Professor of Biology

The Department of Biology at the University of Virginia invites applications for multiple tenure-track Assistant Professor appointments in the field of neuroscience in our highly interdisciplinary department. We seek applicants whose research addresses any fundamental problem in neuroscience, including, but not limited to, the following areas: circuitry and plasticity of the developing and adult brain; glia and their interactions with circuitry; and behavioral genetics and genomics, such as gene by environment interactions that impact development and function.

Successful applicants will complement or enhance the existing strengths within our broad Biology Department and are expected to establish a rigorous, independent, and externally funded research program and to teach at undergraduate and graduate levels. We seek to recruit faculty from diverse backgrounds who value diversity and are passionate about bettering society and the world. The position will begin August 2025. Review of applications will begin on October 4, 2024 and remain open until filled.

The Department of Biology and the University of Virginia provide resources to facilitate a wide range of research programs including those requiring modern facilities for terrestrial, avian, and aquatic species. Research programs also benefit from access to the University’s state-of-the art computing, genomics, metabolomics, and imaging facilities. Close ties with other Departments in the College of Arts and Sciences, the UVA Brain Institute, as well as the Schools of Medicine, Data Science, Engineering, and the Biocomplexity, Brain, and Environmental Institutes broaden the intellectual community of Department members.

The University of Virginia's 2030 plan recognizes the Brain and Neuroscience as a major societal challenge and an opportunity for multidisciplinary work that draws on our existing strengths. In partnership, the Provost and the deans of various schools are making multiple coordinated faculty recruitments to strengthen the research community focusing on Brain and Neuroscience across the University. Recruits will receive support from the Provost and from their school, and will participate in the Brain and Neuroscience Initiative. This is part of a major Grand Challenges research investment of over $75M in Brain and Neuroscience.

Qualifications

Applicants must have a Ph.D., or equivalent degree by the start date, and post-doctoral research experience in neuroscience or a relevant field. A successful applicant will also have demonstrable research accomplishments and scholarly plans of outstanding quality and significance, as well as a commitment to excellence in teaching and mentoring. Enthusiasm for participating in a diverse, collegial, interdisciplinary, and collaborative environment is strongly preferred.

Application Instructions

To apply, click at (link) and please submit the following:

1. Cover letter of interest that includes a summary of your research plans, teaching interests and experience, and how your skills and experience could advance the University’s ambition to cultivate the most vibrant community in higher education in order to prepare students to be leaders in a diverse and globally connected world, https://strategicplan.virginia.edu/strategic-goals/.
2. CV
3. Research statement (3 pages, single spaced, maximum)
4. Statement of teaching philosophy (1 page, single spaced, maximum)
5. Contact information for three letters of recommendation

Questions about this position should be directed to the search co-chairs, Drs. Campbell and Kucenas (jnc4e@virginia.edu and sk4ub@virginia.edu). The university will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University of Virginia, including the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physicians Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, and family medical or genetic information.

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