Research Assistant Professor, Department of Neurobiology & Biophysics

Company: UW Medicine
Location: Seattle
Posted on: May 3, 2025

Job Description:

University of Washington: Academic Personnel & Faculty: School of Medicine: Neurobiology & BiophysicsLocationSeattle, WAOpen DateMar 24, 2025DeadlineApr 30, 2025 at 11:59 PM Eastern TimeDescriptionThe Department of Neurobiology & Biophysics at the University of Washington announces a search for a full-time non-tenure track position with a 12-month service period, July 1 - June 30 at the Research Assistant Professor level. Anticipated start Summer/Autumn 2025. A successful candidate is expected to develop an independent research program. This position will use skills including development and maintenance of Drosophila fly lines, electromyography of fly muscles, calcium imaging and whole-cell patch clamp recordings of Drosophila leg motor neurons and interneurons in behaving flies, as well as familiarity with G-protein-coupled receptors, connectomics analysis (including the Allen Institute's CAVE interface), and electroretinogram measurements. All University of Washington faculty engage in teaching, research, and service.The base salary range for this position will be $6958 to $7357 per month ($83,491-$88,290 per year) commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a US Department of Labor prevailing wage determination.QualificationsCandidates must have a Ph.D. (or foreign equivalent) in a relevant field.Application InstructionsApplication packages should include a curriculum vitae, a description of research accomplishments and plans, names of three references, a diversity statement, and up to two papers or manuscripts as PDFs must be submitted electronically through Interfolio.The Department of Neurobiology & Biophysics is committed to creating and sustaining an inclusive and equitable departmental climate that embraces the diversity of all individuals and allows trainees, staff and faculty to develop their full potential. Diversity includes, but is not limited to, groups defined by race, nationality, ethnicity, age, gender, sexual orientation, language, religion, disability and/or health status, gender identity/expression, and socio-economic status. An important part of our evaluation process will be the contributions candidates would make - through background, past experiences and/or plans of action - to fostering this climate within their laboratories and within the department. Please describe (no more than one page) how you would contribute to our effort.Application ProcessThis institution is using Interfolio's Faculty Search to conduct this search. Applicants to this position receive a free Dossier account and can send all application materials, including confidential letters of recommendation, free of charge.University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status.To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.
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