Assistant Professor in Behavioral Neuroscience

Employer: American University\nLocation: Washington, DC, United States\nRequisition: R4425\n\nApply: https://american.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/AU/job/Main-Campus/Assistant-Professor-in-Behavioral-Neuroscience_R4425\nContact: Professor Mark Laubach, mark.laubach@american.edu\n\nSalary: $100,000 – $111,000 annually\nType: Full-Time, Tenure-Track\nStart: August 1, 2027\nReview Begins: July 15, 2026 (Open until filled)\n\nThe Department of Neuroscience in the College of Arts and Sciences at American University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Behavioral Neuroscience. Candidates engaged in high-quality research in Behavioral Neuroscience. Scholars whose research interests deepen course offerings and build collaborations within the department and across the University (e.g., Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Physics, Psychology) are especially welcome.\n\nResponsibilities: Establish externally supported research program. Engage in research training within Ph.D. program. Teach courses to robust major of over 100 undergraduate students. Commitment to excellence in both teaching and scholarly research.\n\nRequirements: Ph.D. or anticipated Ph.D. completion by August 2027.\n\nApplication: Letter of application, CV, recent teaching evaluations (when possible), copies of three recently published papers or working papers. Arrange three letters of recommendation through job application portal.\n\nAmerican University is a student-centered research institution located in Washington, DC, near centers of government, business, research, and the arts. Department of Neuroscience offers both undergraduate and graduate Ph.D. programs.