Position Overview

The Interdisciplinary Neuroscience Program in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at Butler University (Indianapolis, IN) invites applications for a two-year, non-tenure track visiting assistant professor position beginning August 2025. We seek a colleague who values interdisciplinary approaches to neuroscience and has a demonstrated commitment to inclusive teaching practices.  Standard teaching load is 4 courses (12 credit hours) of in-person instruction per semester, with the possibility of reassigning one course per year for conducting research with undergraduate research assistants.

Responsibilities:

• Teach 4 courses (12 credit hours) per semester, in-person, with the possibility of reassigning one course per year for research with undergraduate assistants.
• Contribute to the Neuroscience Program by teaching neuroscience and related disciplinary courses in one or more fields, such as biology, computer science, philosophy, or psychology.
• Address departmental needs in biological and psychological approaches to neuroscience.

Qualifications:

• PhD in Neuroscience or a closely related field, required by time of appointment.
• Broad training in neuroscience with the ability to teach interdisciplinary courses.
• Strong commitment to evidence-based and engaged-learning pedagogies.
• Dedication to fostering an inclusive classroom environment for an increasingly diverse student body.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in biological or psychological approaches to neuroscience.
• Demonstrated commitment to building a culturally diverse intellectual community.

Application Information:
The Butler Neuroscience Program values diversity and strongly encourages individuals from historically marginalized groups to apply. For more details about the program’s curriculum, please visit: Butler University Neuroscience Curriculum.

To apply, applicants should submit the following: 

• a cover letter discussing qualifications for and interest in the position 
• a CV 
• a teaching statement that includes evidence of effective and inclusive teaching 
• a research statement that includes plans for a program of research involving undergraduate students (if the candidate is interested in a possible research release) 
• transcripts of graduate work or other evidence of terminal degree(s) (unofficial is acceptable for candidate review) 
• a list of 3-5 references, including name, title, and contact information (shortlisted candidates will be asked to provide three letters of recommendation) 

Review of applications will begin December 31, 2024 and will continue until the position is filled. For inquiries regarding the search, contact Dr. Tara Lineweaver (tlinewea@butler.edu), program director and search committee chair.

Butler University is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable environment for all employees. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of age, gender, gender identity, sex, race, religion, color, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, national origin, or any other legally protected category. 

About Butler: Founded by abolitionist Ovid Butler in 1855 on the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion, Butler University is a private, nationally recognized comprehensive university consisting of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, the College of Education, the Lacy School of Business, the College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences, the Jordan College of the Arts, and the College of Communication. Approximately 4,500 undergraduate and 1,000 graduate and doctoral students are enrolled at Butler, representing 46 states and 24 countries. Ranked #1 in the Midwest region by U.S. News and World Report and recognized for “best undergraduate teaching” and “most innovative schools,” Butler is located just five miles from downtown Indianapolis, a cultural center of the state (https://www.visitindy.com).  

About the Neuroscience Program: Our interdisciplinary program is administered by the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at Butler University. Three of the four departments that regularly contribute to teaching the neuroscience curriculum are located in newly renovated spaces on campus, including two departments located in the new Science Complex (see: https://stories.butler.edu/butler-university-celebrates-official-opening-of-100m-sciences-complex/) that opened in the Spring of 2023. More information about our program and the University can be found at: https://www.butler.edu/arts-sciences/neuroscience/.