Assistant Professor of Instruction - Neuroscience

Posting Number F01107P Position Title Assistant Professor of Instruction - Neuroscience Functional Title Assistant Professor of Instruction - Neuroscience Department Neuroscience Salary Range Negotiable Pay Basis Monthly Position Status Academic Year Location Richardson Position End Date (if temporary) Posting Open Date 01/23/2026 Posting Close Date 04/30/2026 Open Until Filled No Desired Start Date

Job Summary

Position Description

The Department of Neuroscience in the School of Behavioral and Brain Sciences at the University of Texas at Dallas seeks one (1) full-time Assistant Professor of Instruction to teach at the undergraduate and graduate levels in our large and growing Neuroscience programs. We are seeking instructors with expertise in cellular, molecular, and systems neuroscience areas to teach in our Medical and our Research tracks.

Candidates with experience in the application of computational methods and/or artificial intelligence to neuroscience are also welcome.

The appointment commences for the fall 2026 semester.

Qualifications

Minimum

Education and Experience:

A PhD or equivalent in Neurobiology, Physiology, Pharmacology, Anatomy or a related field is required prior to employment along with a demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching and service. Candidates are expected to demonstrate the ability to work effectively in a highly collaborative, engaging, and dynamic environment comprised of individuals with a range of backgrounds, skills, and perspectives. We are seeking candidates able to deliver high quality teaching using evidence-based practices to effectively engage students from a range of backgrounds and experiences.

Preferred

Education and Experience:

In addition to a PhD degree, competitive candidates would have prior experience teaching undergraduate or graduate neuroscience courses with student evaluations supporting their teaching excellence.

UT Dallas School of Behavioral and Brain Sciences and the Department of Neuroscience

The University of Texas at Dallas is a Carnegie R1 Research Institution and is the among the fastest growing universities in the nation. The School of Behavioral and Brain Sciences (BBS) is one of seven schools at UT Dallas and ranked 2nd in total new research grants and research expenditures over the past year. BBS stands uniquely positioned to advance knowledge and improve lives through the efforts of its 111 faculty members and 3,000 students.

In North Texas, BBS serves as a trailblazer where research, education, and clinical training come together to prepare future leaders. It is home to world-class faculty with work ranging from bench-top to bedside studies, and ample resources and opportunities for students and faculty members alike.

In the past year, BBS was recognized by the Blue Ridge Institute for being #1 in Texas and #3 in the United States for NIH funding for schools of its type. Within BBS, faculty members are surrounded by colleagues who interface with science and technology at every level of translation - with a keen focus on using our science to impact the health and well-being of people around the world while training the scientific leaders of tomorrow.

Collectively, BBS leads UT Dallas in R&D rate and new awards per faculty members as well as many student success metrics across the university.

The Neuroscience Department is made up of 21 research faculty and 10 instructional faculty with an extensive amount of extramural funding and robust output of annual publications. It is home to the Systems and Cellular Neuroscience PhD program track with over 50 current students and the Neuroscience undergraduate BS degree with approximately 1,000 students; the latter is the 5th largest and one of the most sought-after undergraduate degree programs on the UT Dallas campus.

It is also part of the Applied Cognition and Neuroscience Master's Program with over 150 students.

The Department is housed in a cutting-edge research building that contains state-of-the-art laboratory space and top-notch core facilities. Faculty in Neuroscience are active participants in several research centers including the Center for Advanced Pain Studies, Texas Biomedical Device Center, Center for Brain Health, Center for Vital Longevity, and Callier Center for Communication Disorders. Our Neuroscience faculty also have vibrant collaborations with the UT Dallas Program in Bioengineering and the UT Southwestern Medical Center.

Application Instructions

Applicants should upload the following:

* Cover letter and full curriculum vitae summarizing their interests and their qualifications for the position.

* Statement of teaching philosophy describing (at a minimum) their conceptualizations of teaching and learning, teaching and assessment methods, and how their teaching philosophy and practices foster (or will foster) equitable and inclusive learning environments.

* Full contact information for at least three academic or professional references.

Priority will be given to completed applications…