Assistant / Associate Professor - Biological Sciences
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- NC State University
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- Raleigh, NC
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- Science & Technology, Chemistry & Biochemistry, Life Sciences
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- Tenured & Tenure-Track
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- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
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Internal Recruitment :No
Working Title:Assistant / Associate Professor - Biological Sciences
Anticipated Hiring Range:Salary commensurate upon rank and experience ($90,000 - $130,000)
Work Schedule:Monday - Friday, varies
Job Location:Raleigh, NC
Department :Biological Sciences
About the Department:The Department of Biological Sciences, within the College of Sciences at NC State University, is dedicated to research and teaching in a broad range of aspects of the biological sciences. The Department has strong undergraduate, graduate, and postdoctoral programs and substantial extramural support to develop and maintain integrative research programs. Additionally, the Department partners with other life sciences units across the University to enhance its mission to conduct interdisciplinary research and training programs.
Essential Job Duties:The Department of Biological Sciences in the College of Sciences at North Carolina State University seeks outstanding candidates for two tenure-track faculty positions in neurobiology at the preferred rank of Assistant Professor, although exceptional candidates for Associate Professor will be considered.
Applicants should have a doctoral degree and relevant postdoctoral experience. We are seeking candidates who employ cutting-edge and innovative approaches that build on existing strengths in our growing interdepartmental and intercollegiate neuroscience community and that can bridge with departmental expertise in genetics and environmental health. Candidates pursuing research in all areas of neurobiology are encouraged to apply, and there is particular interest in candidates with expertise in computational and systems neuroscience, glial biology, neurophysiology, and neuroethology.
Candidates studying standard or nontraditional model organisms and/or natural populations are encouraged to apply. The successful candidates will be expected to develop and/or maintain extramurally funded, nationally recognized, independent research programs and also support the academic mission of the department including undergraduate, graduate, and postdoctoral training programs. Inclusiveness and diversity are critical to the success of the Department and University as a whole; the new faculty member will be expected to actively contribute to a community that is respectful, inclusive, and welcoming of all groups.
We encourage applications from candidates who identify as members of groups that are underrepresented in neuroscience. Support will include competitive start-up packages, laboratory space, and an interactive research environment. NC State University provides a vibrant environment for research, teaching, and mentoring across disciplines. Rich opportunities exist for collaborations with faculty in the Department and across our campus. Our location in the Research Triangle facilitates interaction with faculty at other institutions as well as with industry and government agencies. You will be expected to foster an environment that is supportive and welcoming of all groups.
These faculty hires in Biological Sciences aim to recruit candidates pursuing research in all areas of neurobiology, with particular interest in candidates having expertise in computational and systems neuroscience, glial biology, neurophysiology, and neuroethology. The successful candidates are expected to establish/maintain independent externally funded research programs and to participate in collaborative, multi-investigator research and training initiatives that include NC State biologists, toxicologists, geneticists, bioinformaticists, statisticians, chemists, and engineers to maintain a high impact program in neurobiology.
Faculty rank (assistant or associate) is contingent upon qualifications and experience.
Inclusiveness and diversity are critical to the success of the College of Sciences and the University. The selected candidate will be expected to foster an environment that is supportive and welcoming of all groups.
Perform other duties as assigned by the department head.
Candidates must have a PhD, MD, DVM, or equivalent degree and relevant postdoctoral experience for developing and/or maintaining a high impact research program in neurobiology
Other Required Qualifications:The successful candidates are expected to participate in collaborative, multi-investigator research and training initiatives that includes NC State biologists, toxicologists, geneticists, bioinformaticists, statisticians, chemists and engineers to maintain a high impact program in neurobiology.
Preferred Qualifications:NA
Required License(s) or Certification(s):NA
Valid NC Driver's License required:No
Commercial Driver's License required:No
Job Open Date:10/01/2021
Anticipated Close Date:Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis beginning on November 15, 2021. Please apply by that date to receive priority consideration.
Special Instructions to Applicants:In addition to your application please submit the following documents:
- cover letter describing their vision for success at NC State,
- curriculum vitae,
- 3-page (maximum) research statement outlining the goals of their research program,
- 2-page (maximum) teaching statement, and
- a 500-word statement describing their direct professional experiences that have supported diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), and their plans for contributing to DEI efforts at NC State (upload as Other Document 1).
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Position Type:Tenured/Tenure-Track Faculty
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week):1.0
Appointment:9 Month Recurring
Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather:Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather
Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events:Mandatory - Medical Emergencies
Is this position partially or fully funded on ARRA stimulus monies?:No
Department ID:172201 - Biological Sciences
AA/EEO:NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process, please call 919-515-3148.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
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