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Lecturer in Neuroscience

Position Number: 6367884
Location: Northampton, MA
Position Type: Science - Biology

Lecturer in Neuroscience
Program in Neuroscience

Location: Northampton, MA
Open Date: Jul 08, 2025

Description:
The Neuroscience Program at Smith College invites applications for a one-year, benefits eligible position at the rank of Lecturer to begin August 27, 2025. Teaching responsibilities for this position involve the teaching of five courses in neuroscience that will include NSC210 Fundamentals of Neuroscience, NSC230 Experimental Methods in Neuroscience, and 3 other upper-level courses in NSC, depending on one's expertise. Candidates should have a strong foundation in Neuroscience and experimental approaches and analyses common in the field. Ph.D. in Neuroscience or a relevant field, is expected by the time of appointment. Candidates from groups underrepresented in Neuroscience are encouraged to apply.

Located in Northampton, MA, Smith College is the largest women's college in the country and is dedicated to excellence in teaching and research across the liberal arts. A faculty of outstanding scholars interact with students in small classes, as advisors, and through student-faculty research projects. Smith College offers opportunities to foster faculty success at every career stage, such as those listed here. The College is a member of the Five College Consortium with Amherst, Hampshire and Mt. Holyoke Colleges, and the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Students cross-enroll and faculty cross-teach across the Five Colleges. Details about the Department of Neuroscience may be found at https://www.smith.edu/academics/neuroscience.

As set forth in our mission and values, Smith College is committed to promoting a culture of equity and inclusion among students, staff and faculty. The College will not discriminate in employment on the basis of age, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, genetic information, age, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or any other classification protected by law. Smith College is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all state and federal laws that prohibit discrimination.

Application Instructions:
To apply, visit https://apply.interfolio.com/170076

Submit application at https://apply.interfolio.com/170076 with a cover letter, curriculum vitae, an inclusive statement, a sample syllabus and the contact information for three confidential references. Finalists may be asked for additional materials. Review of applications will begin on July 21, 2025.

Smith College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression or veteran status in the recruitment and employment of faculty and staff, and the operation of any of its programs and activities, as specified by all applicable laws and regulations. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.