GRINNELL COLLEGE. The Neuroscience Program invites applications for a neuroscientist with a 2-year term contract, beginning Fall 2026. Assistant Professor (Ph.D.) preferred; Instructor (ABD) or Associate Professor possible. The teaching load of five courses over two semesters (with lab sections counting as ½ course) will include one or more courses in our neuroscience curriculum (Foundations of Neuroscience and/or Neuroscience Senior Seminar), with the remaining courses in either the biology or psychology departments, depending on the candidates’ interest/expertise Term contract renewals are subject to departmental and college priorities and budget availability.Additional information about our curriculum and faculty in Biology, Psychology and Neuroscience can be found at https://www.grinnell.edu/academics/majors-concentrations/
Complete applications, which include letters of recommendation, will be considered on a rolling basis. Regarding recommendation letters, note that once the applicant submits their portion of the application, the system will email requests for letters to reference providers indicated by the applicant in the application. The applicant will be able to track the submission status of these reference letters online.
Assistant Professor (Ph.D.) preferred; Instructor (ABD) or Associate Professor possible.
In letters of application, candidates should discuss their interest in developing as a teacher and scholar in a highly selective undergraduate liberal arts college that emphasizes close student-faculty interaction They should also discuss their potential to contribute to a college community that maintains a diversity of people and perspectives as one of its core values. To be assured of full consideration, all application materials should be received by March 9, 2026.
To apply, candidates will need to upload the following materials:
Questions about this search should be directed to the search chair, Clark Lindgren , at [NeuroSearch@grinnell.edu] or 641-269-4040.
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An offer for this position will be contingent on successful completion of a background check.
