Professor of Neuroscience

Position: Open Rank - Professor of Neuroscience
POSITION TITLE:

Open Rank - Professor of Neuroscience

COMPENSATION RANGE:  -  USD per year

EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION:
Faculty

DEPARTMENT:
Academic Affairs Office

TARGET HIRE DATE: 4/1/2026

BENEFITS: UNC's Career Hub

Candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of application; UNC cannot provide H-1B sponsorship at this time.

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 02/05/2026

Position Summary:

The University of Northern Colorado College of Osteopathic Medicine (UNC COM) is seeking applications for a faculty to teach neurosciences at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor. The selected candidate will contribute to the development, assessment, and instruction of the preclinical curriculum in the osteopathic medical program.

The successful candidate will join a dynamic and growing team dedicated to providing an innovative, student-centered curriculum. This position may be filled by either a contract renewable or tenure-track faculty member, to be determined at the point of offer after consideration of applicable experience and credentials. Individuals who currently hold tenure at a regionally accredited institution may be recommended for tenure or retreat rights at UNC following consultation with appropriate faculty groups and university administration, and upon approval by the Board of Trustees.

Academic rank and salary will depend upon the selected applicant's current rank and experience.

Assistant Professor Salary Range: $101,540 - $106,885

Associate Professor Salary Range: $133,715 - $140,751

Professor Salary Range: $180,845 - $190,362

Job Duties:

Teaching and Curriculum Development (60-80%)

* Teach neuroscience in the preclinical curriculum of the osteopathic medical program.

* Utilize active learning methods such as team-based learning (TBL), case-based learning (CBL), and flipped classrooms.

* Develop and deliver innovative course content that aligns with UNC COM's college's mission and educational goals.

* Participate in curriculum development and review, ensuring alignment with accreditation standards and best practices in medical education.

Research and Scholarship (10-20%)

* Engage in research or scholarly activities in the candidate's area of expertise, with opportunities for collaboration within and outside the college.

* Mentor students in research projects, fostering critical thinking and evidence-based practice.

Service (10-20%)

* Serve on college and university committees as assigned.

* Participate in academic advising and mentoring of medical students.

* Contribute to the college's mission of community engagement and healthcare improvement through outreach and service activities.

* Support accreditation and assessment activities, including data collection and reporting.

Minimum Qualifications:

* DO, MD, or PhD in Neuroscience or a related or academically appropriate area from an accredited institution

* Teaching experience in higher education, preferably in a medical or health professions college.

* For tenure-track positions: evidence of research potential, including publications or presentations in peer-reviewed forums.

* Experience with curriculum development and assessment in medical education is preferred.

Required Skills/

Competencies:

* Demonstrated excellence in teaching biomedical sciences in a higher education setting.

* Experience with active learning methodologies such as TBL, CBL, or similar instructional strategies would be preferred.

* Proficiency in curriculum design, delivery, and assessment.

* Strong organizational and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.

* Commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment.

* Evidence of research productivity, including publications and/or grant funding, preferred but not required for teaching-intensive roles.

Preferred Qualifications:

* Experience with curriculum development, assessment, and teaching in active learning modalities in a medical college.

Additional Requirements

Interested applicants should submit the following:

* Cover letter outlining interest and qualifications.

* Curriculum Vitae (CV).

* Statement of teaching philosophy and research interests.

* Names and contact information of three professional references.

Benefits:

Benefits available include health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance, as well as a selection of several defined contribution retirement plans for all full-time positions. Employees at UNC receive sick leave, and other leave options may be available based on position. Full-time employees are eligible to receive tuition waiver benefits, as well as dependents and spouses of UNC Employees who are employed at 0.5 FTE or above are eligible for undergraduate dependent tuition grants of up to 50%.

These tuition grants will cover in-state tuition charges. Further requirements may exist. Other benefits may be available based on position.

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