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Peter and Bonnie McCausland Distinguished Chair in Neuroscience
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Peter and Bonnie McCausland Distinguished Chair in Neuroscience
Posting Number:
FAC00097PO25 Campus:
Columbia College/Division:
College of Arts and Sciences Department:
CAS College of Arts and Sciences Salary:
Competitive with benefits Hours per Week:
40 Position Category:
Full-time Equivalent (FTE) Basis:
9 months Work County:
Richland Tenure Information:
Tenure-Track/Tenured Job Search Category:
Faculty
Job Summary The McCausland College of Arts and Sciences at the University of South Carolina invites applications for the
Peter and Bonnie McCausland Distinguished Chair in Neuroscience . The University of South Carolina has invested heavily in research and clinical care for neurological disorders and is soon to break ground on South Carolina’s first hospital specializing in neurological care on the new University’s Health Sciences Campus. The University forms the hub of the Rural Brain Health Network, with the latest medical imaging (widebore 3T and parallel transmit 7T MRI). The incoming Chair will bring a research program focused in or closely complementing University strengths in neurodegenerative disorders, stroke, and neurodevelopmental disorders. With a start date of August 16, 2026, this 9‑month, tenured position will have its academic home in the Department of Biological Sciences, Chemistry and Biochemistry, or Psychology, depending on the candidate’s area of expertise. This recruitment comes with a generous startup package and the ability to recruit additional neuroscience faculty to build a research group. The Chair will be expected to establish collaborations with the Brain Health Center, McCausland Brain Imaging Center, Carolina Autism and Neurodevelopment Center, and SmartState Centers for Neurotherapeutics and Childhood Neurotherapeutics for basic and/or translational research as well as the School of Medicine, Arnold School of Public Health, College of Pharmacy, and Molinari College of Engineering and Computer Science. The specific research focus may apply genetic, biochemical, cellular, medical imaging, or systems level neuroscience to understand, diagnose, and treat neurological disorders.
Required Education and Experience Must have a Ph.D. or M.D. with validated expertise in the neurosciences and must be eligible for appointment at the Professor level at the University of South Carolina per University policy ACAF 1.06. The successful applicant will have a clear track record of research productivity with evidence of continuing success in extramural funding for their research program and broadly cited publications. The departmental assignment is negotiable based upon qualifications and research interests.
Preferred Qualifications None
Desired Start Date 08/16/2026
Required Materials
Curriculum vitae
Cover letter
Three‑page research plan
Two‑page vision and leadership statement
Contact information for 4–6 professional references
Confidential Inquiries Professor Jeff Twiss, SmartState Chair in Childhood Neurotherapeutics and Associate Dean for Research, McCausland College of Arts and Sciences, 803-777-9215 or
twiss@mailbox.sc.edu .
EEO Statement The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.
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FAC00097PO25 Campus:
Columbia College/Division:
College of Arts and Sciences Department:
CAS College of Arts and Sciences Salary:
Competitive with benefits Hours per Week:
40 Position Category:
Full-time Equivalent (FTE) Basis:
9 months Work County:
Richland Tenure Information:
Tenure-Track/Tenured Job Search Category:
Faculty
Job Summary The McCausland College of Arts and Sciences at the University of South Carolina invites applications for the
Peter and Bonnie McCausland Distinguished Chair in Neuroscience . The University of South Carolina has invested heavily in research and clinical care for neurological disorders and is soon to break ground on South Carolina’s first hospital specializing in neurological care on the new University’s Health Sciences Campus. The University forms the hub of the Rural Brain Health Network, with the latest medical imaging (widebore 3T and parallel transmit 7T MRI). The incoming Chair will bring a research program focused in or closely complementing University strengths in neurodegenerative disorders, stroke, and neurodevelopmental disorders. With a start date of August 16, 2026, this 9‑month, tenured position will have its academic home in the Department of Biological Sciences, Chemistry and Biochemistry, or Psychology, depending on the candidate’s area of expertise. This recruitment comes with a generous startup package and the ability to recruit additional neuroscience faculty to build a research group. The Chair will be expected to establish collaborations with the Brain Health Center, McCausland Brain Imaging Center, Carolina Autism and Neurodevelopment Center, and SmartState Centers for Neurotherapeutics and Childhood Neurotherapeutics for basic and/or translational research as well as the School of Medicine, Arnold School of Public Health, College of Pharmacy, and Molinari College of Engineering and Computer Science. The specific research focus may apply genetic, biochemical, cellular, medical imaging, or systems level neuroscience to understand, diagnose, and treat neurological disorders.
Required Education and Experience Must have a Ph.D. or M.D. with validated expertise in the neurosciences and must be eligible for appointment at the Professor level at the University of South Carolina per University policy ACAF 1.06. The successful applicant will have a clear track record of research productivity with evidence of continuing success in extramural funding for their research program and broadly cited publications. The departmental assignment is negotiable based upon qualifications and research interests.
Preferred Qualifications None
Desired Start Date 08/16/2026
Required Materials
Curriculum vitae
Cover letter
Three‑page research plan
Two‑page vision and leadership statement
Contact information for 4–6 professional references
Confidential Inquiries Professor Jeff Twiss, SmartState Chair in Childhood Neurotherapeutics and Associate Dean for Research, McCausland College of Arts and Sciences, 803-777-9215 or
twiss@mailbox.sc.edu .
EEO Statement The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.
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