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Instructional Faculty (Open-Rank)
The Interdisciplinary Program in Neuroscience at George Mason University is searching for a full-time, instruction-focused, non-tenure track, nine-month faculty appointment. Position teaches and develops advanced undergraduate and graduate neuroscience courses to contribute to the expansion of the program. Specific duties include teaching a standard course load (typically 4:4 or 3:3 with additional advising or administrative duties). Courses may include introductory neuroscience, core neuroscience courses and lecture or laboratory courses in the incumbent's area of expertise. The position assists with program duties such as academic advising, program development, committee work, and new student events.
 
 
Position: Instructional Faculty (Open-Rank)
Organization: George Mason University
Location: Fairfax,  VA 
United States
Salary: $68,000, commensurate with experience
Posting Start Date:
Date Posted: 5/6/2026
Requirements
Required Qualifications:
  • Completion of a Ph.D. in neuroscience, biology or a related field prior to the first day of work; potential for excellent teaching and capacity for course and laboratory development;
  • Knowledge of neuroscience, biology or a related field;
  • Ability to provide excellent teaching and capacity for course and laboratory development;
  • Ability to communicate verbally and in writing; and
  • Ability and willingness to teach courses in computational neuroscience, general neuroscience, research experience courses, and/or other upper-level courses in the applicant’s area of expertise.
Cover letter, CV, statement of teaching philosophy and list of three references. 
Status: This listing expires on: 8/4/2026
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Organization Information
Name:
George Mason University
Address:
4400 University Dr Stop 2A1

Fairfax,  VA 22030-4422
United States
Email:
gscott21@gmu.edu
Phone:
Fax:
Contact:
Ginny Scott