Visiting Assistant Professor

Overview

William & Mary invites applications for a 1‑year, non‑tenure track Visiting Assistant Teaching Professor of Neuroscience (Cellular or Molecular Neuroscience). This appointment will begin on August 10, 2026.

The role focuses on teaching the introductory course "Exploring Neuroscience:
Molecules, Cells and Synapses" each semester and additional neuroscience courses that emphasize cellular, molecular, or quantitative approaches. The successful candidate will be an effective teacher with a 3‑3 teaching load.

• Teach the introductory Neuroscience course each semester.
• Provide instruction and mentorship in additional neuroscience courses within the candidate’s area of expertise.

• A Ph.D. or ABD in Neuroscience, Biology or a closely related discipline at the time the appointment begins (August 10, 2026).

• Previous experience teaching or mentoring undergraduates.

• This position may require additional hours beyond the typical work week, including occasional overnight and weekend work as needed.
• The appointment is restricted to the term in which it is assigned and hired.

• A statement of teaching interests that describes your approach to teaching and mentoring and discusses how your scholarly work informs your approach.
• A sample syllabus for an introductory Neuroscience course that emphasizes cellular and molecular mechanisms.

Applicants are encouraged to reflect on teaching and mentoring practices that advance academic excellence and the success of all learners and scholars in Neuroscience.

References:
Candidates who reach the short‑list interview stage will be prompted to submit the names and email addresses of three references who will be contacted by the system.

For full consideration, submit application materials by the initial review date, March 28, 2026. Applications received after this date will be considered if needed.

Information on the Neuroscience degree program is available on William & Mary’s website.

• Full range of benefits for full‑time employees, including retirement, health insurance, dental and vision options, group and optional life insurance, flexible spending accounts, and an Employee Assistance Program.
• Additional benefits such as educational assistance, professional development, wellness benefits, and a robust holiday schedule.
• Access to faculty fitness facilities and university libraries.
• Relocation funds available to eligible candidates according to the W&M relocation policy.