Tenure-Track: Assistant Professor of Arthropod Neurobiology

About the role

The Department of Entomology, College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Texas A&M University, invites applicants for one full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor position with a nine-month academic appointment specializing in Arthropod Neurobiology, located on the Texas A&M campus in College Station, TX.

Responsibilities

• Develop an internationally recognized, extramurally funded research program in arthropod neurobiology using cutting-edge methodologies (e.g., electrophysiology, neurogenetics, genomics, single-cell multi-omics, imaging).
• Employ high-resolution imaging, in vivo electrophysiology, genetic and genomic manipulation (e.g., CRISPR, RNAi), and computational/bioinformatic modeling to investigate neural mechanisms underlying behavior and sensory biology in insects or related arthropods.
• Collaborate with departmental, college, and university colleagues to leverage interdisciplinary expertise in arthropod behavior, chemical ecology, physiology and nutrition, genetics, immunity, insect resistance, and evolutionary biology.
• Disseminate research findings via peer-reviewed publications, presentations at professional conferences, and outreach to scientific and stakeholder communities.
• Teach at least one 3-credit undergraduate course annually and one or more graduate-level courses on an alternating basis (e.g., Insect Behavior; ENTO 627).
• Advise and supervise graduate and undergraduate students and provide guidance and professional development support to postdoctoral researchers.
• Provide service to the Department of Entomology, College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, and Texas A&M AgriLife Research.
• Engage in outreach activities to inform the public, stakeholders, and potential donors about arthropod neurobiology's relevance to agriculture, public health, and basic science.

Requirements

Ph.D. or equivalent in Neuroscience, Biology, Entomology, or a closely related discipline required, or candidates who have completed all Ph.D. requirements except the dissertation will be considered, provided they demonstrate clear progress toward completion of the Ph.D. Preferred qualifications include:

• Demonstrated record of high-impact, peer-reviewed research articles.
• Evidence of ability (or strong potential) to secure external research funding.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Experience or clear potential for effective teaching and mentoring of graduate and undergraduate students.
• Candidates should have hands-on research experience in arthropod neurobiology (e.g., electrophysiology, imaging, neurogenetics) and an interest in applying neurobiological approaches to agricultural, ecological, or public health problems.
• Postdoctoral experience in a subdiscipline of neurobiology is highly preferred.
• The successful candidate will demonstrate both technical expertise and creativity in developing an independent, externally funded research program.

Qualifications

Applicants will only be accepted through Interfolio apply.interfolio.com/176536. Applicants must submit:

• A cover letter of interest,
• A Curriculum Vitae,
• A personal statement to include philosophy and plans for research, teaching, and service (up to six pages total),
• Contact information for three professional references (to be contacted at a later stage).

Benefits

Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Generous funding will be provided to launch a cutting-edge neurobiology research program, including resources for specialized equipment, laboratory supplies, and personnel. Texas A&M University offers a robust benefits package covering health insurance, retirement plans, and other benefits (see: https://employees.tamu.edu).