The Department of Neurobiology and Biophysics at the University of Washington (UW), Seattle, invites applications for one full-time (10-month) Assistant Teaching Professor with a focus on neuroscience, starting no earlier than September 16, 2025. The initial appointment is for three years, with the possibility of renewal. The position is non-tenure eligible.

The UW Department of Neurobiology and Biophysics is a large collaborative and integrative department that provides a supportive research and teaching environment, actively engages with faculty and students on topics of diversity and equity, has a long-term strategic hiring plan, and is equipped with classrooms designed for active learning in the new Health Sciences Education Building. The UW is also a nationwide leader in neuroscience research, integrated with a broad biological and computational research and teaching program stretching from molecules to systems, with an emphasis in STEM pedagogy and education research.

The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to teaching efforts in the undergraduate Neuroscience major and in the Department of Neurobiology and Biophysics. This position supports all course content for Neuroscience 301 and 302, with a primary responsibility for leading and developing the undergraduate laboratories for these courses, which are largely electrophysiology oriented. Information about the UW undergraduate Neuroscience major can be found at (https://sites.uw.edu/neusci/). This position also includes serving as instructor of record for instructing teaching interns from the Graduate Program in Neuroscience. This position provides opportunities for mentorship and guidance of undergraduate students and supporting their ongoing career development. The successful candidate will enhance and augment the Department of Neurobiology and Biophysics' missions of teaching, service, and outreach.

The University of Washington is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. Women and applicants from diverse backgrounds are particularly encouraged to apply. This position will support our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and teach, mentor, and work with individuals from a wide spectrum of backgrounds. The University is the 2006 recipient of the Alfred P. Sloan award for Faculty Career Flexibility and is committed to supporting the work-life balance of its faculty.

The base salary range for this position will be $7,778 - $9,621 per month ($93,336 - $115,452) commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination.

Applicants must have earned a Ph.D., or foreign equivalent, in an area related to neuroscience or physiology by the date of appointment.

The applicant must have research and teaching expertise in the areas of neuroscience or physiology, with at least one year of experience performing electrophysiology in a research or teaching setting.

Applications will be submitted through Interfolio and must be received by April 1, 2025, to receive full consideration, and the posting will remain active until the position is filled. Questions about the search should be sent to: Dr. Sam A. Golden, Assistant Professor in Neurobiology and Biophysics, sagolden@uw.edu.

A complete application will include:

A merged PDF with:

1. A cover letter describing why you are interested in joining the Department of Neurobiology and Biophysics at UW (1 page).
2. Two brief statements (<200 words each) summarizing (1) your past teaching accomplishments and (2) how your teaching will broaden diversity and access in neuroscience teaching.
3. Curriculum Vitae.
4. A teaching statement describing your teaching philosophy and approach to best teaching practices, and how your teaching background will contribute to the educational mission of the undergraduate Neuroscience major and department (2 pages).
5. A Diversity Statement that explains how you have promoted equity and diversity in the past, and how you will promote inclusion in your classroom environment (1 page).
6. The names and email addresses of three references who will provide letters of recommendation upon request.

University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status.

Benefits Information

A summary of benefits associated with this title/rank can be found at https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/benefits-orientation/benefit-summary-pdfs/. Appointees solely employed and paid directly by a non-UW entity are not UW employees and are not eligible for UW or Washington State employee benefits.

Commitment to Diversity

The University of Washington is committed to building diversity among its faculty, librarian, staff, and student communities, and articulates that commitment in the UW Diversity Blueprint (http://www.washington.edu/diversity/diversity-blueprint/). Additionally, the University?s Faculty Code recognizes faculty efforts in research, teaching and/or service that address diversity and equal opportunity as important contributions to a faculty member?s academic profile and responsibilities (https://www.washington.edu/admin/rules/policies/FCG/FCCH24.html#2432).

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Disability Services

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.

About University of Washington

Founded in 1861, the University of Washington is one of the oldest public institutions in the west coast and one of the preeminent research universities in the world. The University of Washington is a multi-campus university comprised of three different campuses: Seattle, Tacoma, and Bothell. The Seattle campus is made up of sixteen schools and colleges that serve students ranging from an undergraduate level to a doctoral level. The university is home to world-class libraries, arts, music, drama, and sports, as well as the highest quality medical care in Washington State and a world-class academic medical center. The teaching and research of the University’s many professional schools provide undergraduate and graduate students the education necessary toward achieving an excellence that will serve the state, the region, and the nation. As part of a large and diverse community, the University of Washington serves more students than any other institution in the Northwest.

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