Position Description The Biology Department at Seattle University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position with expertise in neurobiology, beginning in August 2027. This appointment supports the launch of an interdisciplinary undergraduate Neuroscience major spanning multiple departments and colleges across the University. The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching both
introductory and advanced courses within our undergraduate biology curriculum; developing new courses for the Neuroscience program; providing service to the program, department, college and university; and establishing an active, extramurally funded research program that engages undergraduates in neurobiology (e.g., cellular/molecular neuroscience, systems or circuit neuroscience, developmental neurobiology,
behavioral neuroscience, computational neuroscience, or comparative approaches). Minimum qualifications include a Ph.D. in Neuroscience, Biology, or a related field; post-doctoral training; and undergraduate teaching experience. For this position, we offer a competitive start-up package, a well-equipped research facility, faculty mentoring, and a collaborative campus community located in the vibrant city of Seattle.
Applicants should submit applications online at www.seattleu.edu/careers including: Cover letter summarizing your qualifications and potential for contributions to Seattle University. In your cover letter, explain how you understand, embody, and would contribute to each of the following at Seattle University. Please dedicate one paragraph to each prompt: Our 5-year Strategic Plan, Reigniting Our Strategic Directions;
Our Mission as a Jesuit and Catholic University; Our commitment to DEI and Inclusive Academic Excellence; Our focus on pedagogy, scholarship, service, and institution building; Our faculty members’ role as Teacher-Scholars. Curriculum vitae (CV) Research statement (describing current and planned research program) Teaching statement (including philosophy, proposed course(s), and experience with course/curriculum
development) Unofficial copies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts Names and contact information for three references Letters of reference may be solicited upon completion of application. Review of applications will begin November 1, 2026. The position will remain open until filled and is contingent on availability of funding. Inquiries may be directed to Dr. Carolyn Stenbak (stenbakc@seattleu.edu). Founded in
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