Teaching Assistant Professor

Overview

The Department of Psychology and Neuroscience at the University of North Carolina (UNC) at Chapel Hill invites applications for two full-time (9 months) fixed-term Teaching Assistant Professors in the areas of Psychology and Neuroscience, to begin July 2026, with three-year contracts that are renewable. This posting is for two positions and by applying to this posting, applicants will be considered for both vacancies.

For one position, we seek individuals specializing in neuroscience with the ability to teach neuroscience courses including Introduction to Neuroscience, a neuroscience laboratory course-based undergraduate research experience (CURE) in the applicant’s area of expertise, and other key courses in our neuroscience curriculum (NSCI BS and minor). The successful candidate will contribute to the highly interdisciplinary NSCI major at UNC, which integrates biology, psychology, chemistry, and other fields to provide students with a broad and rigorous foundation in neuroscience.

For the other position, we seek individuals who are versatile in teaching within our PSYC curriculum (see our BA & BS requirements). These positions will build upon the existing strengths in teaching and research of our faculty.

The UNC Department of Psychology and Neuroscience currently includes 15 fixed-term teaching faculty and offers a variety of undergraduate psychology and neuroscience courses (see PSYC courses and NSCI courses). There are collaboration and innovation opportunities at both the university and department levels, with excellent advancement opportunities including promotion pathways within teaching roles.

UNC-Chapel Hill is a global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service. The university consistently ranks among the nation’s top public universities and offers a comprehensive benefits package and professional perks for employees.

The primary purpose of the Psychology and Neuroscience Department is to provide excellent education, research and service in the field. This includes teaching undergraduates, offering graduate training, conducting cutting-edge research, and providing support services to the discipline and community. The department comprises six programs: behavioral and integrative neuroscience; clinical psychology; cognitive psychology; developmental psychology; quantitative psychology; and social psychology.

Teach three courses per semester for a total of six courses each academic year, along with service/administrative responsibilities.

Candidates must have a Ph.D. in Psychology, Neuroscience, or a related field and experience teaching in an academic environment.

At least 1-year experience, and demonstrated excellence, in undergraduate instruction in an academic environment as instructor of record is strongly preferred.

Not Applicable.

Please submit up to 3 recent course evaluations, hyperlink to a 10-minute video showcasing a sample of your teaching, and, at the time of application, identify the names, titles, and email addresses of two professional references who may be contacted by the search committee during the search process. The video may be edited to show highlights of an actual course you have taught or be a recording of you teaching, without a live class.

Instructional skills and content will be assessed, not video-producing skills. Ensure that the video is accessible via the provided hyperlink. Use the Other Document option(s) to upload teaching and service statements.