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James Madison University -- Assistant Professor Psychology/Neuroscience
General Info: The Department of Psychology is seeking a tenure-track Assistant Professor to begin August 2014 whose emphasis is in the area of Behavioral Neuroscience. A scholar who utilizes comparative models in understanding behavior is preferred.
Duties and Responsibilities: Primary teaching responsibilities will include regularly teaching our undergraduate Biopsychology course. Additional teaching responsibilities will include courses within the faculty member's areas of expertise and interest that are needed by our department such as a neuroscience-related capstone seminar or laboratory experience, Comparative Animal Behavior, Drugs and Behavior, Statistics, Research Methods or General Education courses. The successful candidate will be expected to develop an active program of scholarship that involves students in research. Supervision of honors projects and independent study projects are typical components of a faculty member's assignment. Our faculty serve as academic advisors to Psychology majors and contribute to service activities of the department and university.
Qualifications: The minimum qualifications for this position include: completed doctoral degree in Biological Psychology or Behavioral Neuroscience by fall 2014; prior college teaching experience; strong interest in undergraduate instruction and knowledge of best practices in Psychology Pedagogy and documented history of scholarship and interest in continuing research that engages undergraduate students.
Pay Rate: Commensurate with experience
Special Instructions: Applicant review will begin November 10, 2013 and will continue until suitable candidates are found. The following materials should be submitted online: cover letter, curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching interests, experience and philosophy that includes evidence of teaching effectiveness and quality and a description of current research program and future plans (Other Document #1).
Northeastern -- Postdoctoral Research Associate
Postdoctoral Research Associate to work in the area of sensorimotor control and computational neuroscience. Our research is on motor control and learning, with a focus on stability and variability in human sensorimotor systems. Our laboratory is fully equipped with state-of-the-art experimental facilities, including a virtual reality set-up with a robot manipulandum, 3D motion analysis system, force plates, EMG, EEG, TMS, and tDCS. The candidate will get involved in existing research projects but is also encouraged to bring to bear his/her expertise to jointly develop new research directions. The position is for one year, with possible renewal for three years.
The Action Lab is connected with the Departments of Biology, Electrical and Computer Engineering and Physics at Northeastern University as well as the Center for Interdisciplinary Research in Complex Systems. Northeastern University is a dynamically growing research university located in the heart of Boston with its unparalleled academic environment. Our lab has collaborations with colleagues at other institutions in the Boston area, which provides stimulating opportunities for interdisciplinary research.
http://www.northeastern.edu/actionlab/index.htm
Qualifications:
Ph.D. required in one of the following disciplines: Biology, Neuroscience, Engineering Sciences, and Physics. The applicant should demonstrate an academic record of scientific excellence, independent research, a strong interest in an interdisciplinary approach and should have expertise in at least one of the following fields: motor control, motor neuroscience, biomechanics, dynamic modeling. Experience in programming is expected (Matlab, C , Graphics programming, Statistics packages, etc.).
Additional Information:
Please submit a curriculum vita that includes a list of publications, and a list of two recommenders. Applications should be sent before December 1, 2013, the position is expected to be filled by January 2014.
Northern Michigan University -- Neuroscience Assistant Professor
The Biology Department at Northern Michigan University invites applications for a tenure earning faculty position at the Assistant Professor level beginning August 2014. The position requires a Ph.D. or equivalent. We seek a neuroscientist committed to teaching and scholarship with an active research program that can involve undergraduate and graduate students. Teaching responsibilities may include neuroscience, human and/or animal physiology, human anatomy, physiology of aging, toxicology, and advanced courses in neuroscience.
Applicant review will begin immediately. The position will be posted until November 22, 2013.
Selection criteria can be viewed at http://www.nmu.edu/biology. Submit a cover letter; curriculum vitae; statements of teaching philosophy and research plans; unofficial graduate transcripts, and the names, addresses, telephone numbers and email addresses of three references to: the NMU Human Resources web site (https://employme.nmu.edu).
NMU is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and is strongly committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty.
Pomona College -- tenure-track Assistant Professor of Neuroscience
The Pomona College Neuroscience Department seeks applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Neuroscience who studies the molecular and cellular mechanisms of neural function. The successful candidate will contribute to an introductory neuroscience course, offer at least one upper-division course with lab in his/her area of expertise and supervise senior theses. We are seeking outstanding candidates with the ability to integrate undergraduates into an active experimental research program and a demonstrated commitment to recruiting and retaining students from underrepresented groups in the sciences. Competitive start-up funds will be provided. Post-doctoral experience is preferred. Send a dossier, including (a) letter of application, (b) curriculum vitae, (c) three statements – one addressing teaching philosophy, one addressing scholarship and one addressing demonstrated ability to mentor a diverse student body, and (d) three letters of recommendation to academicjobsonline.com. Review of applications will begin on November 1 and will continue until the position is filled. Pomona College is a highly selective, coeducational liberal arts college located 35 miles east of Los Angeles. The Neuroscience Department supports equal access to higher education and values working in a richly diverse environment. The ideal candidate will have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and a demonstrated commitment to improving higher education for underrepresented students.
University of Nevada Las Vegas -- Assistant Professor in neuroscience
The Department of Psychology at the University of Nevada Las Vegas invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor appointment in neuroscience to begin August 2014. The applicant’s specific research area within neuroscience is open. However, we are particularly interested in candidates with interests in computational neuroscience, or structural/functional brain mapping and connectivity that can add to the department’s existing neuroscience research. We also welcome individuals who can interface with established and emerging research programs in Las Vegas investigating neurodegenerative disorders or autism spectrum disorders. The successful applicant would be expected to add to the department’s growing neuroscience program by teaching graduate and undergraduate courses as well as mentoring student research. Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Psychology, Neuroscience, or a related field, and must have evidence of strong scholarly work and the potential for extramural funding. Postdoctoral experience is a plus.
Initial reviews will begin December 1, 2013 and will continue until the position is filled. Full details about the position, including instructions for the on-line application process, are posted at the departmental website, http://psychology.unlv.edu, and at UNLV’s on-line applicant portal, https://hrsearch.unlv.edu. Materials should be addressed to Jefferson Kinney, Search Committee Chair, at the on-line application address. For assistance with UNLV’s on-line applicant portal, contact UNLV Employment Services at (702) 895-2894 or hrsearch@unlv.edu. UNLV is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity educator and employer committed to excellence through diversity. The university and the department have a strong commitment to achieving diversity among faculty and staff. We are particularly interested in receiving applications from members of underrepresented groups and we strongly encourage women and persons of color to apply for this position.
University of Puget Sound -- Postdoctoral Researcher in Neuroscience
As a part of the NSF Early CAREER award (2013-2018) to Dr. Siddharth Ramakrishnan, A full-time research position is available beginning Fall 2013 for a Postdoctoral Researcher to engage in research on the effects of endocrine disruptors on the development and physiology of neurons controlling reproduction both in the embryo and in adulthood. The position will entail research, animal care and undergraduate research training. This initial appointment is expected to end August 31, 2014, with possibility of renewal upon mutual agreement.
The scope of the project will span developmental neuroscience, neuroendocrinology, neurophysiology and behavior. Building upon previous work by the Principal Investigator (PI), exploring physiology of GnRH neurons in the developing embryo (http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2922451/) and the developmental impact of Bisphenol A on fish development (www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0890623807002961), the project aims to understand the development of the GnRH neuron circuitry from embryo to adults. Using elegant transgenic fish models, the GnRH neuron system and its physiology will be characterized under normal conditions and also in the presence of endocrine disruptors such as BPA.
This position will offer the postdoctoral scholar an excellent research experience, as well as opportunities to interact with, and mentor undergraduate research students. Opportunities will also be provided for gaining classroom-teaching experience, with feedback/mentorship provided by both the PI, and other members of the Biology faculty. Candidates looking for an independent research environment with added experience of working in a Liberal Arts setting will gain a lot from this position. The University of Puget Sound is an undergraduate Liberal Arts College. In addition to the lab dedicated to the PI, the University also has a state of the art microscopy suite with confocal, SEM and TEM scopes, dedicated animal care facilities and behavioral labs. The postdoctoral scholar will join a growing inter-disciplinary neuroscience program (www.pugetsound.edu/neuroscience) at the University of Puget Sound and also interact with members of the diverse Biology department (www.pugetsound.edu/biology).
For more information, you may contact Dr. Siddharth Ramakrishnan, the Jennie M Caruthers Chair in Neuroscience at nrsc@pugetsound.edu (Subject: Postdoc).
Key words: Zebrafish, GnRH, Endocrine disruptors, Electrophysiology, Confocal imaging
Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities:
- Research into the development and physiology of neurons in the zebrafish brain using techniques such as electrophysiology, immunohistochemistry and confocal imaging
- Animal care of zebrafish and medaka teleost fish species
- Training and mentoring undergraduate students in different research techniques
- Representing the lab in annual meetings and research conferences
- Representing the lab through public talks and guest lectures
- Mentoring undergraduates in the laboratory and train them in different research techniques
- Managing the running of the lab and resources
Qualifications:
- PhD in Biological Sciences or Neuroscience or related fields
- Expertise or training in any one of the following – electrophysiology, histochemistry or confocal imaging
- Expertise or knowledge in fish care would be an add
Virginia Tech -- Senior Level Neuroscientist
The College of Science at Virginia Tech, in support of the university's strategic plan, is expanding its research presence in: Energy and the Environment, Infectious Diseases, Nanoscience, Neuroscience, Computational and Visualization & Pattern Recognition through interdisciplinary faculty hires across departments. As part of this initiative, the Department of Psychology invites applications for a senior position in Neuroscience. Preferred candidates may conduct research in areas such as cognitive, affective, social, or developmental neuroscience; biological psychology; or computational neuroscience, all with a focus on human systems. Appointment will be made at the Associate Professor or Full Professor level. Candidates with research interests that support the College of Science initiatives in the area of Neuroscience are encouraged to apply. This Psychology position complements the focus on hiring in neuroscience taking place in the College of Science and at the Virginia Tech Carilion Research Institute (VTCRI; http://www.vtc.vt.edu/research/index.html ).
The person appointed will have the following responsibilities:
- the development and maintenance of a distinguished and interdisciplinary research program;
- the continuing development of her/his own scholarly activities and professional capabilities;
- active and effective participation in undergraduate and graduate instruction and student advising;
- active and effective participation in department and university administrative governance; and,
- adherence to the responsibilities of the general faculty as described by the faculty handbook (http://www.provost.vt.edu).
All applicants must have: a strong commitment for excellence in research; a desire to advise and teach a student body which is diverse with respect to socio-economic status, interests, and abilities; the ability to discern future trends in the discipline; vision, creativity, and leadership skills; and commitment/sensitivity to address issues of diversity in the university community. Applicants must have a Ph.D. in psychology, neuroscience, or a closely related field and have an internationally recognized and well-funded research program with publications in the highest-quality journals.