Emory University
Emory University Biology Department tenure-track assistant professor position in
Emory University, Atlanta, Georgia, United States, 30383
Overview
The BIOLOGY DEPARTMENT OF EMORY UNIVERSITY in Atlanta, GA is a broadly based biology department within Emory’s College of Arts and Sciences. We seek candidates for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in the area of neuroscience. The successful candidate will use experimental approaches to examine any aspect of neural function, including molecular, cellular, systems, or developmental neuroscience, and will ideally integrate computational approaches into their research as well. We encourage outstanding candidates to apply, even if their most recent findings are still in the form of preprints, and we hope to recruit a colleague who will complement areas of existing research strengths in the department. Successful applicants will have a PhD, post-doctoral research experience, a record of productivity, and a commitment to evidence-based undergraduate teaching and mentoring. Competitive nine-month salary will be determined based on the quality of application materials and the current salary distribution within the biology department. Emory's beautiful campus offers a highly collaborative and well-resourced research environment in a compact footprint. The Emory neuroscience community includes >100 labs across Emory College, the School of Medicine, Emory National Primate Research Center, and the Rollins School of Public Health, which benefit from several cutting-edge research core facilities. The greater Atlanta neuroscience community – including Georgia Tech, Georgia State University, Morehouse School of Medicine, and other institutions – provides further research, teaching, and mentorship opportunities. Finally, the metro Atlanta area provides opportunities for science outreach and education beyond the university. Responsibilities
Train and mentor PhD or MD/PhD students through the Graduate Division of Biological and Biomedical Sciences and/or the Biomedical Engineering Graduate Program. Contribute to the department’s undergraduate teaching mission and create research opportunities for undergraduate students. Develop and maintain an externally funded independent research program; collaborate with existing research strengths in the department. Qualifications
PhD with post-doctoral research experience. Record of productivity and potential for a successful independent research program. Commitment to evidence-based undergraduate teaching and mentoring. Ability to integrate computational approaches into research is advantageous. Application Materials
A cover letter summarizing the candidate’s goals for research, teaching, and mentorship. A CV. A description of prior research and a plan for developing an independent, externally funded research program. A statement of experience and interests in teaching, including how the candidate will contribute to the Biology department’s undergraduate teaching program. A statement of experience and interests in mentorship, service, and/or community outreach. Items 3-5
should not exceed 5000 total words combined (~6 pages). Applicants should arrange to have three confidential letters of recommendation submitted to Interfolio on their behalf. All files or inquiries should be submitted electronically at: apply.interfolio.com/174371 Additional inquiries Review of applications will begin on Friday November 28, 2025 and applications received up to 30 days after review begins will be given full consideration.
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The BIOLOGY DEPARTMENT OF EMORY UNIVERSITY in Atlanta, GA is a broadly based biology department within Emory’s College of Arts and Sciences. We seek candidates for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in the area of neuroscience. The successful candidate will use experimental approaches to examine any aspect of neural function, including molecular, cellular, systems, or developmental neuroscience, and will ideally integrate computational approaches into their research as well. We encourage outstanding candidates to apply, even if their most recent findings are still in the form of preprints, and we hope to recruit a colleague who will complement areas of existing research strengths in the department. Successful applicants will have a PhD, post-doctoral research experience, a record of productivity, and a commitment to evidence-based undergraduate teaching and mentoring. Competitive nine-month salary will be determined based on the quality of application materials and the current salary distribution within the biology department. Emory's beautiful campus offers a highly collaborative and well-resourced research environment in a compact footprint. The Emory neuroscience community includes >100 labs across Emory College, the School of Medicine, Emory National Primate Research Center, and the Rollins School of Public Health, which benefit from several cutting-edge research core facilities. The greater Atlanta neuroscience community – including Georgia Tech, Georgia State University, Morehouse School of Medicine, and other institutions – provides further research, teaching, and mentorship opportunities. Finally, the metro Atlanta area provides opportunities for science outreach and education beyond the university. Responsibilities
Train and mentor PhD or MD/PhD students through the Graduate Division of Biological and Biomedical Sciences and/or the Biomedical Engineering Graduate Program. Contribute to the department’s undergraduate teaching mission and create research opportunities for undergraduate students. Develop and maintain an externally funded independent research program; collaborate with existing research strengths in the department. Qualifications
PhD with post-doctoral research experience. Record of productivity and potential for a successful independent research program. Commitment to evidence-based undergraduate teaching and mentoring. Ability to integrate computational approaches into research is advantageous. Application Materials
A cover letter summarizing the candidate’s goals for research, teaching, and mentorship. A CV. A description of prior research and a plan for developing an independent, externally funded research program. A statement of experience and interests in teaching, including how the candidate will contribute to the Biology department’s undergraduate teaching program. A statement of experience and interests in mentorship, service, and/or community outreach. Items 3-5
should not exceed 5000 total words combined (~6 pages). Applicants should arrange to have three confidential letters of recommendation submitted to Interfolio on their behalf. All files or inquiries should be submitted electronically at: apply.interfolio.com/174371 Additional inquiries Review of applications will begin on Friday November 28, 2025 and applications received up to 30 days after review begins will be given full consideration.
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