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Term Assistant Professor
Job Description
Position Information
Position Information
Department | Interdisciplinary Program on Neuroscience (IPN) |
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Alternate Department Description | |
Criminal Background Check | Standard Background Check |
Motor Vehicle Background Check | No |
Statement of Economic Interest | Not Applicable |
Job Category | Instructional Faculty |
Role (State) Job Title | Term Assistant Professor |
Working Title | Term Assistant Professor |
Job Type | Full-Time |
Position Number | F832AZ |
Recruit Number | FAC8987 |
Working Hours | |
Location | Fairfax, VA |
Other Location | |
Pay Band | |
Salary | Anticipated starting salary is in the low to mid $60,000, depending on qualifications and experience. |
Web Announcement | Term Assistant Professor, Interdisciplinary Program in Neuroscience The George Mason University Interdisciplinary Program in Neuroscience (IPN) invites applications for a Term Assistant Professor position beginning August 2023. This is a full-time, teaching-focused, non-tenure track, nine-month faculty appointment with full benefits and opportunity for multiyear contracts and promotion. George Mason University has a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff, and strongly encourages candidates to apply who will enrich Mason’s academic and culturally inclusive environment. Mason Science is committed to advancing access, justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion (A-JEDI) throughout our STEM community, including within our hiring and retention practices. In Mason’s College of Science, our values include fostering an organizational culture that promotes anti-racism, belonging, respect, and civility. We believe that a diversity of opinions, cultures, and perspectives is what provides vibrancy, innovation and growth to an academic community. By prioritizing inclusive excellence in academics, teaching, research, and global engagement, we strive to attract a diverse pool of faculty and staff who exemplify the Mason Science mission and vision. Responsibilities: We are a growing program with diverse students and faculty. We are looking for an enthusiastic, student-centered colleague that will teach and develop 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 if you serve as an academic advisor). Courses may include introductory neuroscience, core neuroscience courses and lecture or laboratory courses in the individual’s area of expertise. The successful candidate will assist with program duties such as academic advising, program development, committee work, and new student events. This is a great opportunity for an energetic and collaborative scholar who especially enjoys teaching and working with undergraduates. Course reductions may be available for administrative duties or new course development. Required Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
About Us: For more information about the Interdisciplinary Program in Neuroscience, visit us online at neuroscience.gmu.edu |
Special Instructions to Applicants | For full consideration, applicants must apply for position number F832AZ at http://jobs.gmu.edu by January 22, 2023 and submit the online application, upload a cover letter, CV, teaching statement (approximately one page), a statement about your commitment to Access, Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (AJEDI), transcripts, and a list of three professional references with contact info. Optional supplemental documents showing a teaching portfolio or evidence of teaching effectiveness may also be submitted. |
For Full Consideration, Apply by: | January 22, 2023 |
Posting Date | 12/05/2022 |
Job Close Date | |
Open Until Filled? | Yes |
Telework Friendly? | |
Mason Ad Statement | Great Careers Begin at Mason! George Mason University is an innovative, entrepreneurial institution with national distinction in both academics and research. Mason holds a top U.S. News and World Report “Up and Coming” spot for national universities and is recognized for its global appeal and excellence in higher education. Mason is currently the largest and most diverse university in Virginia with students and faculty from all 50 states and over 135 countries studying in over 200 degree programs at campuses in Arlington, Fairfax and Prince William, as well as at learning locations across the commonwealth. Rooted in Mason’s diversity is a campus culture that is both rewarding and exciting, work that is meaningful, and opportunities to both collaborate and create. If you are interested in joining the Mason family take a look at our current opportunities and catch some Mason spirit at jobs.gmu.edu/! George Mason University, Where Innovation is Tradition. |
Equity Statement | George Mason University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, committed to promoting inclusion and equity in its community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law. |
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