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Peter and Bonnie McCausland Distinguished Chair in Neuroscience
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Peter and Bonnie McCausland Distinguished Chair in Neuroscience
Location: Columbia, South Carolina, University of South Carolina, College of Arts and Sciences.
Position Summary The McCausland College of Arts and Sciences invites applications for the Peter and Bonnie McCausland Distinguished Chair in Neuroscience. This 9‑month, tenured position will begin on August 16, 2026. The Chair will develop a research program in neurodegenerative disorders, stroke, and neurodevelopmental disorders, working with the Brain Health Center, McCausland Brain Imaging Center, Carolina Autism and Neurodevelopment Center, SmartState Centers for Neurotherapeutics and Childhood Neurotherapeutics, the School of Medicine, Arnold School of Public Health, College of Pharmacy, and Molinari College of Engineering and Computer Science.
Responsibilities
Establish a research program in or closely complementing the university’s strengths in neurodegenerative disorders, stroke, and neurodevelopmental disorders.
Recruit and build a neuroscience research group, leveraging startup funding.
Develop collaborations within the University’s research centers and Colleges.
Apply genetic, biochemical, cellular, medical imaging, or systems‑level neuroscience approaches to understand, diagnose, and treat neurological disorders.
Qualifications
Ph.D. or M.D. with validated expertise in the neurosciences.
Eligible for appointment at the Professor level per University policy (ACAF 1.06).
Demonstrated research productivity with a track record of extramural funding and high‑impact publications.
Preferred Qualifications None.
Desired Start Date 08/16/2026
Open Until Filled Yes
Required Materials
Curriculum vitae
Cover letter
Three‑page research plan
Two‑page vision and leadership statement
Contact information for four to six professional references
Contact Information Confidential inquiries may be directed to Professor Jeff Twiss, SmartState Chair in Childhood Neurotherapeutics and Associate Dean for Research, McCausland College of Arts and Sciences, at 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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Position Summary The McCausland College of Arts and Sciences invites applications for the Peter and Bonnie McCausland Distinguished Chair in Neuroscience. This 9‑month, tenured position will begin on August 16, 2026. The Chair will develop a research program in neurodegenerative disorders, stroke, and neurodevelopmental disorders, working with the Brain Health Center, McCausland Brain Imaging Center, Carolina Autism and Neurodevelopment Center, SmartState Centers for Neurotherapeutics and Childhood Neurotherapeutics, the School of Medicine, Arnold School of Public Health, College of Pharmacy, and Molinari College of Engineering and Computer Science.
Responsibilities
Establish a research program in or closely complementing the university’s strengths in neurodegenerative disorders, stroke, and neurodevelopmental disorders.
Recruit and build a neuroscience research group, leveraging startup funding.
Develop collaborations within the University’s research centers and Colleges.
Apply genetic, biochemical, cellular, medical imaging, or systems‑level neuroscience approaches to understand, diagnose, and treat neurological disorders.
Qualifications
Ph.D. or M.D. with validated expertise in the neurosciences.
Eligible for appointment at the Professor level per University policy (ACAF 1.06).
Demonstrated research productivity with a track record of extramural funding and high‑impact publications.
Preferred Qualifications None.
Desired Start Date 08/16/2026
Open Until Filled Yes
Required Materials
Curriculum vitae
Cover letter
Three‑page research plan
Two‑page vision and leadership statement
Contact information for four to six professional references
Contact Information Confidential inquiries may be directed to Professor Jeff Twiss, SmartState Chair in Childhood Neurotherapeutics and Associate Dean for Research, McCausland College of Arts and Sciences, at 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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