Opportunity Details
Department of Neuroscience
Neuroscience
Tenure
Assistant Professor
Assistant Professor Position in Computational Neuroscience
The Department of Neuroscience at Washington University School of Medicine is currently recruiting investigators with the passion to create knowledge, pursue bold visions, and challenge canonical thinking as we expand into our new 600,000 sq ft purpose-built neurosciences research building.
We are now seeking a tenure-track investigator at the level of Assistant Professor to develop an innovative research program in Theoretical/Computational Neuroscience.
Applicants should have a demonstrated commitment to neuroscience and a strong background in mathematics, physics, engineering, computer science, or a related field and hold a PhD. Areas of interest include (but are not limited to) research on fundamental molecular/cellular/circuit/systems mechanisms of brain architecture/development/function, machine learning methods for neuroscientific data, neuro-AI, and computational cognition/behavior/psychiatry. We seek talented, creative, and ambitious candidates from the entire span of computational neuroscience, and we are especially interested in candidates interested in building collaborations with experimental groups.
The successful candidate will join a thriving theoretical/computational neuroscience community at Washington University, including the new Center for Theoretical and Computational Neuroscience. In addition, the Department also has world-class research strengths in systems, circuits and behavior, cellular and molecular neuroscience using a variety of animal models including worms, flies, zebrafish, rodents and non-human primates. The Department’s focus on fundamental neuroscience, outstanding research support facilities, and the depth, breadth and collegiality of our culture provide an exceptional environment to launch your independent research program.
Washington University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and broadening opportunity is core mission of the institution. Our department highly values all our researchers, staff and trainees, and we provide an inclusive environment for people from diverse backgrounds and experiences. For more information about the Department, Washington University, and life in St. Louis, visit: https://neuroscience.wustl.edu/
To apply, submit an application packet including a cover letter describing your interest in our Department, curriculum vitae, a research statement (of no more than 3 pages) to the Faculty Opportunities Portal and arrange for three confidential letters of recommendation to be sent to neurosearch@wustl.edu c/o Professor Timothy E. Holy, Vice Chair for Research, Department of Neuroscience, Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis, MO 63110. The review of applications will begin on November 4, 2024.
10/4/2024
No end date
An Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer
Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and affirmative action. It is the university’s policy to recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, veteran status, disability, or genetic information. Washington University seeks an exceptionally qualified and diverse faculty; women, minorities, protected veterans and candidates with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.