Teaching Assistant Professor Neuroscience in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania at University of Pittsburgh

The Department of Neuroscience at the University of Pittsburgh invites applications for a full-time Teaching Assistant Professor on a 9-month basis with an anticipated start date of August 15, 2027. The position is outside the tenure stream and is subject to annual review. Applicants must have a PhD in neuroscience or related field and previous teaching experience. Applicants will teach courses of the undergraduate curriculum (Undergraduate | Neuroscience | University of Pittsburgh), to be determined based on enrollment and need. Duties include teaching three 3-credit courses per term in the Fall and Spring terms, as well as departmental service. Other preferred qualifications include documented success in some or all of the following areas: formal training in pedagogy, teaching large undergraduate classes, use of evidence-based teaching practices, and ability to develop effective teaching strategies to support all students.

The Department of Neuroscience is a highly interactive community situated on the Oakland campus of the University of Pittsburgh. We are dedicated to the mutual success of our faculty and students in our research, education, and outreach missions. The department and university nurture a strong teaching community with active efforts in teaching innovation and pedagogical research (https://www.neuroscience.pitt.edu). Pittsburgh is a city that is often voted “most livable” in the nation. We are dedicated to fostering a welcoming environment that nurtures success of all students https://www.wellbeing.pitt.edu/.

To apply, candidates should submit the following PDF documents to Talent Center (join.pitt.edu): (a) letter of application, (b) CV, and (c) teaching portfolio (teaching statement, teaching materials, and teaching evaluations if available). At least three letters of reference should be sent directly by the recommenders to NROSCI1@pitt.edu.

Applications will be reviewed starting January 4, 2027, and will continue until the position is filled. The appointment requires administrative and budgetary approval. The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer.

Summary of additional documents required: (a) teaching portfolio (teaching statement, teaching materials, and teaching evaluations if available). At least three letters of reference should be sent directly by the recommenders to NROSCI1@pitt.edu.

The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.