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Senior Lecturer in Neuroscience

Vanderbilt University: College of Arts and Science: Natural Sciences: Interdisciplinary Neuroscience

 

Location: Nashville, TN
Open Date: Dec 06, 2022

 

Description

The Interdisciplinary Program in Neuroscience at Vanderbilt University invites applications for a full-time faculty position at the Senior Lecturer rank to contribute to undergraduate teaching, advising and mentoring in the Neuroscience program. The highly collaborative Neuroscience program is supported by a large network of over 150 faculty from 7 of Vanderbilt’s schools (Arts & Science, Peabody School of Education, School of Medicine, Engineering, Blair School of Music, and School of Nursing). Vanderbilt’s unique spirit of collaboration and collegiality is supported by the close physical proximity of our schools and the Neuroscience program values and encourages cross-disciplinary scholarship. Opportunities for professional development are supported on campus through the distinguished Center for Teaching. Nashville is a vibrant metropolis that is a growing hub for healthcare, finance, manufacturing, music and technology industries and offers a lively entertainment scene, including music, theatre, and professional sports. 

 

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to update and teach the Introductory Neuroscience course for the major (NSC 2201), as well as develop and teach Neuroscience elective courses. Vanderbilt strives to create and sustain an academically and culturally diverse community of scholars. As an Interdisciplinary Neuroscience program serving undergraduates, we are committed to providing an inclusive and inspiring education for our diverse student body. We are actively redesigning our curriculum to increase student community and success. Applicants with a strong record of teaching excellence, classroom innovation, application of evidence-based teaching, and experience working with diverse students are of particular interest.

 

Qualifications

  • Candidates should have a Ph.D. in Neuroscience or a related discipline (awarded no later than August 1, 2023).

 

Application Instructions

Please submit:

  • A cover letter with the names of three references (second-round candidates will be asked to submit three letters of recommendation via the Interfolio portal)
  • A curriculum vitae
  • A statement of teaching philosophy that includes ideas and goals for teaching a large Introductory Neuroscience course (suggested length 2 pages)
  • A statement describing philosophy and experience of providing inclusive education experiences to students from diverse backgrounds (suggested length 1 page)
  • Teaching evaluations, if available

 

Please see these resources for guidance for crafting teaching philosophy and diversity statements.

We value the strength that differences in background and experience brings to our workplace and learning environments.  Vanderbilt is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action employer. Members of historically marginalized groups are encouraged to apply.

Review of applications will begin immediately.

 

For questions regarding the position, please contact Elizabeth Catania (elizabeth.catania@vanderbilt.edu).

 

Application Process

This institution is using Interfolio’s Faculty Search to conduct this search. Applicants to this position receive a free Dossier account and can send all application materials, including confidential letters of recommendation, free of charge.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

In compliance with federal law, including the provisions of Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Sections 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, the ADA Amendments Act of 2008, Executive Order 11246, the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 as amended by the Jobs for Veterans Act, and the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act, as amended, and the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008, Vanderbilt University does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of their race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, military service, covered veterans status, or genetic information in its administration of educational policies, programs, or activities; admissions policies; scholarship and loan programs; athletic or other university-administered programs; or employment. In addition, the university does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of their gender expression. Requests for information, inquiries or complaints should be directed to these offices: 

The Equal Opportunity and Access Office (EOA) receives all other complaints of discrimination, harassment, retaliation and requests for accommodations: Telephone 615-343-9336; email eeooinfo@vanderbilt.edu; online reporting form; additional information: https://www.vanderbilt.edu/eoa/

 

Please click here to apply.

 

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