Tenure-Track: Assistant Professor

Texas A&M University College of Medicine, Department of Neuroscience & Experimental Therapeutics (NExT) invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position with an anticipated start date in fall 2026. This is a full-time, 11-month appointment.

About the Role

The ideal candidate’s research program will address critical knowledge gaps and complement existing departmental strengths in areas such as in vivo behavioral and sleep recording, electrophysiological, and flow cytometry technologies. The position aims to enhance competitiveness for extramural funding while contributing to teaching, research, and service missions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a robust, externally funded research program in neuroscience, with a focus on aging, dementia, and circadian dysregulation in Alzheimer’s Disease.
• Utilize in vivo behavioral and sleep recording, electrophysiology, and flow cytometry technologies.
• Teach and mentor students in graduate and medical programs.
• Engage in collaborative, team-based research and funding initiatives.
• Contribute to departmental and university service activities.

Requirements

• Ph.D. or M.D. (or equivalent) in neuroscience or a relevant/related field.
• Demonstrated record of research productivity and ability to secure extramural funding.
• High-level expertise in aging and dementia research, particularly circadian dysregulation in Alzheimer’s Disease.
• Experience with in vivo behavioral and sleep recording, electrophysiology, and flow cytometry technologies.
• Strong track record of collaborative research and team-based funding.
• Commitment to teaching and mentoring in graduate and medical education.

Preferred Qualifications

• Evidence of interdisciplinary research.
• Innovative use of cognitive, social, and circadian behavioral analyses.
• Familiarity with optogenetic/pharmacogenetic sensors or behavioral neurophysiology.

Benefits

• Competitive start-up package with generous lab and office space.
• Competitive compensation and benefits.

For more information about the department, visit NExT Faculty. Learn more about Texas A&M University here.