Assistant​/Associate Professor of Human Physiology, Glia and Neurovascular focus

Assistant/Associate Professor of Human Physiology, Glia and Neurovascular focus

Job no: 535560
Work type: Faculty - Tenure Track
Location: Eugene, OR
Categories: Biology/Life Sciences, Research/Scientific/Grants, Human Physiology, Neuroscience
Department: Arts & Sciences, College of

The Department of Human Physiology invites applications for a tenure‑track position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor to begin Fall 2026. Candidates should have a glia and/or neurovascular coupling research focus with relevance to human health or disease. The position includes a competitive start‑up package, research‑appropriate laboratory space within a collaborative research environment, and a safe, friendly, and inclusive work environment.

Candidates will contribute to teaching and mentoring at the undergraduate and graduate levels and are encouraged to bring current funding and a clear plan for sustained extramural support, especially for senior‑level applicants.

The successful candidate will:

• Conduct research on glia and neurovascular coupling with relevance to human health.

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Human Physiology.

• Mentor students, postdoctoral fellows, and junior faculty.

• Participate actively in department, college, and university inclusive initiatives.

• PhD in Physiology, Biology, Biochemistry, Neuroscience, or related field
• 2 years postdoctoral research experience or equivalent research experience
• 2 first author publications in a peer‑reviewed journal

• PhD in Physiology, Biology, Biochemistry, Neuroscience, or related field
• 2 years postdoctoral research experience or equivalent research experience
• 2 last author publications in a peer‑reviewed journal
• 6 years of research experience in a tenure‑track position or equivalent independent position

• Current funding
• Clear plan for sustained extramural support
• Experience employing inclusive and varied pedagogical practices at the university level

The University of Oregon offers a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

The University of Oregon is an equal‑opportunity institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. The University encourages all qualified individuals to apply and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status. The University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities.