"Professor of Practice- Neuroscience Program"

The Tulane University Neuroscience Program (https://sse.tulane.edu/neuro) at Tulane University in New Orleans announces a Professor of Practice position in neuroscience with an anticipated start date of January 1, 2026. The successful candidate will teach fundamental neuroscience lecture and laboratory courses (Behavioral Neuroscience, Cognitive, and/or Cellular/Molecular Neuroscience) and their areas of specialty. Specific responsibilities of the nine-month appointment include teaching the equivalent of three courses each semester, advising students who major in neuroscience, and serving on department, program, and university committees. Professors of Practice hold three-year renewable contracts and, after serving two three-year terms are eligible for promotion to Senior Professor of Practice with five-year renewal terms.

Neuroscience is an interdisciplinary program under the auspices of the Tulane Brain Institute (http://brain.tulane.edu) with faculty from across the University, including the Schools of Medicine, Science & Engineering, and Liberal Arts. The Neuroscience Program offers PhD, MS, and BS degrees, and is one of the largest undergraduate majors in the School of Science and Engineering. The ideal candidate will be committed to excellence in teaching as well as innovative and inclusive pedagogy. Tulane is committed to promoting teaching excellence through additional campus-wide resources such as the Center for Engaged Learning and Learning (https://celt.tulane.edu).

Qualifications: A doctorate in Neuroscience or related field is required.

Application Instructions: Applicants should submit a letter of application, a curriculum vitae, teaching philosophy, course evaluations, and contact information of three professional references through Interfolio (https://apply.interfolio.com/171442). Doctorate is required by August 15, 2026. Questions regarding the position can be addressed to Dr. Sara Clark (sclark4@tulane.edu).

We will begin reviewing applications on September 15 and will continue until the position is filled.

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