Department of Psychology and Neuroscience - Assistant/Associate Professor, Tenure Track

Company: La Sierra University
Location: Riverside
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Neuroscience faculty member, Department of Psychology and Neuroscience Program, La Sierra University The Department of Psychology and Neuroscience Program at La Sierra University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track or long-term faculty member to begin in Fall 2026. Applicants should hold or be near completion of a PhD in neuroscience. This faculty member will teach undergraduate courses in behavioral neuroscience, neuroscience research methodology, and other courses in neuroscience and psychology (including in the applicant’s specialty area); ideally this candidate will be able to teach cellular and molecular neuroscience and have a strong background in methods and statistics. La Sierra University is primarily a teaching institution, but faculty are expected to be active in research and involve undergraduates in research. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience and includes an excellent benefits package with health, vision, and dental coverage. La Sierra University is a religiously qualified Equal Opportunity Employer. Salary Wage Range: $68,640.00 to $77,724.00 Assistant professor – PhD $68,640 - $69,360 Associate professor – PhD $70,957 - $77,724 Benefits include: Comprehensive health coverage Tuition Assistance (spouse and dependent eligibility) FSA, Pet Insurance, Legal Services, Identity Protections Services, and more!

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