Cluster Hire in Neuroscience at the University of Notre Dame
Cluster Hire in Neuroscience at the University of Notre Dame
Location: University of Notre Dame, College of Science Open Date: 2025-09-03 Deadline:
Description:The University of Notre Dame's College of Science is launching a cluster hire to fill several tenure-track faculty positions in neuroscience. These positions are part of a collaborative effort across the Departments of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Biological Sciences, and Applied and Computational Mathematics and Statistics. As part of this strategic initiative we are seeking outstanding candidates with expertise in chemical and biochemical neuroscience, broadly defined. We are particularly interested in candidates whose research program will (1) employ molecular or biochemical approaches to understand the nervous system; (2) develop new chemical tools for studying neuronal processes, signaling, or disease; or (3) explore neurodegenerative disorders, synaptic transmission, neuropharmacology through a chemical or biochemical lens.
Key Highlights:
Positions: We seek candidates at the rank of Assistant Professor, however, exceptional candidates at the Associate or Full Professor level will also be considered.
Position Duties: Successful candidates will conduct research, teach classes, and engage in service.
Research Focus: Molecular and biochemical neuroscience; Chemical biology approaches for studying the nervous system; Pharmacological tools targeting neural pathways and disease states.
The University of Notre Dame, a leading R1 research institution, is renowned for its commitment to excellence in research, teaching, and community engagement. Located in South Bend, Indiana, our university offers a rich academic environment and a collaborative, cross-disciplinary culture.
Qualifications:
Candidates for this position must have a PhD, MD, or equivalent degree, and at least one year of postdoctoral experience in a relevant field
A strong record of research accomplishments
Commitment to excellence in teaching and mentoring
This appointment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Applicants will be asked to identify all felony convictions and/or pending felony charges. Felony convictions do not automatically bar an individual from employment. Each case will be examined separately to determine the appropriateness of employment in the particular position. Failure to be forthcoming or dishonesty with respect to felony disclosures can result in the disqualification of a candidate. The full procedure can be viewed at https://facultyhandbook.nd.edu/?id=link-73597.
Equal Opportunity Employment Statement The University of Notre Dame seeks to attract, develop, and retain the highest quality faculty, staff and administration. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or age in employment. Moreover, Notre Dame prohibits discrimination against veterans or disabled qualified individuals, and complies with 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). We strongly encourage applications from candidates attracted to a university with a Catholic identity.
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