"Assistant Professor, Biological Sciences, College of Arts and Sciences"

Job Overview

The Department of Biological Sciences is a collaborative research community with research foci in Sensory Biology and Behavior (SBB), Molecular Biology, Genetics, and Physiology (MBGP), and Ecology, Evolution, & Conservation (EEC). This position will interact with and complement these departmental research foci. Within the university, interactions and interdisciplinary collaborations are also encouraged with faculty in the College of Arts & Sciences (e.g., Psychology, Physics and Chemistry), the College of Engineering and Applied Sciences (e.g., Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering and Computer Science), and the College of Medicine (e.g., Gardner Neuroscience Institute). Further opportunities for connection and collaboration exist through interdisciplinary entities such as the Center for Cognition, Action, and Perception and the Institute for Research in Sensing.

The University of Cincinnati is a 200-year-old public R1 research university that strives to provide a supportive and inclusive environment for its faculty. Cincinnati is a major urban center offering a wide range of cultural and recreational opportunities.

The Department of Biological Sciences at the University of Cincinnati seeks a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Computational Neuroscience with research areas including, but not limited to:

• Modeling and method development for analyzing nervous system function
• Computation and function of sensory systems and their interactions
• Theoretical analysis of neural and behavioral processes
• Modeling of neural circuits underlying behavior
• Information processing and computational principles in neurons and neural circuits
• The use of robotics, big data, machine learning, and/or artificial intelligence in research

Essential Functions

Duties for this position include:

• Developing and maintaining an externally funded, internationally recognized research program in computational neuroscience in the applicant’s area of expertise.
• Teaching existing and/or developing new courses such as neuroscience, computational biology and/or biological statistics at undergraduate and/or graduate levels.
• Direct supervision of MS and PhD students, which includes ensuring progress in research and development of dissertation projects.
• Participate in relevant service to the department, college, university, and profession including but not limited to serving on committees and contributing to the development of biology-related programs.

Minimum Requirements

Prior to effective date of appointment, all of the following:

• A PhD in Biology, Neuroscience, or a closely related field, with relevant expertise in computational neuroscience as demonstrated by at least 2 peer-reviewed publications.
• Six (6) months of postdoctoral or other professional research experience following PhD completion.

Application Process

• Applications must be completed online at https://jobs.uc.edu
• Please combine all files into a single PDF document for submission with your application and assemble the document in the following order: (1) a cover letter, (2) curriculum vitae, (3) statement of research interests, (4) statement of teaching philosophy, (5) names and contact information for three references (ready to submit a letter within 2 weeks of being requested)
• UC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, who works to bring out the best in our students, faculty and staff to collaborate, create, innovate and compete in a global society. We are seeking individuals who want to be a part of a dynamic team. Hence, a completed application must include a statement on how you define team and what makes a team function successfully
• Applicants should use the Additional Documents feature to make sure all required attachments are included.
• Applicants must ensure that letters of reference are forwarded if requested.
• Official academic transcripts will be required at the time of hiring.
• Review of applications will begin on December 1, 2025, and continue until the position is filled. Questions regarding the position can be directed to Dr. Stephanie Rollmann, stephanie.rollmann@uc.edu

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. (UC Benefits Link) Highlights include:

Comprehensive Tuition Remission

UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.

Robust Retirement Plans

As a UC employee, you won’t contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you’ll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14–18% of your salary based on position.

Real Work-Life Balance

UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including:

• Vacation and sick time
• 11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days)
• 6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents

Additional Benefits Include:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
• Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs
• Professional development & mentorship opportunities

To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our careers page at https://www.uc.edu/careers.html