Affiliate Faculty, Psychology and Neuroscience (In-person)

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Job Summary:

The Department of Psychology and Neuroscience is looking for an instructor or instructors for two sections of an Introduction to Brain and Behavior (intro to neuroscience) laboratory course for the spring semester of 2027. This lab course provides an experiential introduction to the field of neuroscience. In addition to performing traditional laboratory exercises (e.g. sheep brain dissections, cow eye dissections, neurophysiology simulations, etc.), students will engage in discussions about various philosophical, theological, and ethical issues related to neuroscience. The instructor will work closely with the department’s lab manager to organize and prepare lab experiences. The course runs from Jan 11 through May 30. We have two sections available, one that meets Tuesdays from 8:10-10:50am and another that meets Thursdays from 8:10-10:50am. The instructor would also need to hold 30 minutes of office hours per week.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Coordinating labs with the instructors for the Brain and Behavior course and the lab manager
• Supervising students during lab
• Assessing student learning through lab write-ups, papers, and exams
• Oversee care of animals during lab periods
• 30 minutes of office hours per week

Minimum Qualifications:

Current advanced graduate student or Ph.D. in neuroscience, or related field. Experience with handling and care of rats is preferred.

Preferred Qualifications:

ABD or Ph.D. in neuroscience, or related field

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please submit the following documents:  

·         CV/resume,

·         cover letter that speaks to your approach to teaching with undergraduates, and

·         list of references

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Applications will be accepted until position is filled, with a priority application deadline of November 11th, 2026.

This position is benefits-eligible for workers’ compensation and will receive 1 hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked, up to a maximum of 48 hours per year.

Pay Rate:

$2,150 per section, per semester

Application Deadline: