Assistant Professor

interest in computational genomics/epigenomics, synaptic and cellular biology, neuromodulation, and circuit neuroscience, using human cell models and/or model organisms are preferred. Successful candidates will bring state of the art expertise, complement research of current faculty members and participate in the development of disease based research Centers of Excellence.

Candidates must have a PhD and/or MD degree, postdoctoral research experience, and a record of outstanding research publications. The selected candidates will be eligible for a competitive support package designed to foster early career development. The Psychiatry Neuroscience Research Division is a multidisciplinary and highly collaborative research group. Interested applicants should email an electronic curriculum vitae, a 2-page summary of past research and future research plans, and 3 letters of recommendation to psychrecruit@utsouthwestern.edu. Applications received by November 1, 2026 will receive priority consideration. On-site interviews will start in December 2026.

Appointment rank will be commensurate with academic accomplishment and experience. Consideration may be given to applicants seeking less than a full-time schedule.