The Stanford University Department of Biology is conducting a search for a tenure-track faculty appointment in Neural Circuits and Behavior, at the Assistant Professor level. The attached job advertisement includes a description of the position. We are searching for candidates who will develop an outstanding research program and excel at undergraduate and graduate teaching.
We would appreciate any recommendations that you may have of outstanding persons who may be potential candidates for this tenure-track position. Given the serious commitment Stanford has to the diversity of its faculty, we particularly welcome applications from women and members of minority groups, as well as others who would contribute additional diversity.
Thank you for your help in bringing this position to the attention of appropriate candidates at your institution.
Russ Fernald
Chair, Search Committee
Russell D. Fernald
Professor of Biology
Benjamin Scott Crocker Professor
Mimi and Peter Haas Fellow in Undergraduate Education
316 Gilbert Hall
371 Serra Mall
Stanford University
Stanford, CA 94305-5020
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Department of Biology Faculty Position in Neural Circuits and Behavior
The Department of Biology at Stanford University invites applications for a tenure track faculty position at the Assistant Professor rank. We seek applicants interested in neural circuits and behavior. Examples of interest areas include, but are not limited to, the genetic dissection of neural circuits underlying perception and behavior using state--‐of--‐the art techniques in electrophysiology, imaging and/or manipulation of intact neural circuits in a behavioral context.
The successful candidate should hold a Ph.D., and is expected to develop a vigorous research program and to participate in the Department’s teaching activities at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. More information about the Department and the University can be found at http://biology.stanford.edu/.
All applicants should submit a cover letter, a curriculum vitae including publication list, a statement of research accomplishments and future plans, a description of teaching experience, and three letters of reference. Please apply at AcademicJobsOnline . Inquiries may be directed to Faculty Searches, Dept. of Biology, 371 Serra Mall, Stanford, CA 94305, or to biochair@stanford.edu.
Applicant materials must be received by October 15, 2011. The appointment would begin September 1, 2012.
Stanford University is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty. It welcomes nominations of and applications from women and members of minority groups, as well as others who would bring additional dimensions to the university’s research, teaching, and clinical mission.
Applicant materials must be received by October 15, 2011. The appointment would begin September 1, 2012.
Stanford University is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty. It welcomes nominations of and applications from women and members of minority groups, as well as others who would bring additional dimensions to the university’s research, teaching, and clinical mission.