Assistant Professor of Cellular Neuroscience

The Biological Sciences Department at California State Polytechnic University, Pomona (Cal Poly Pomona) invites applications for a tenure-track ASSISTANT PROFESSOR position in Cellular Neuroscience , beginning in Fall semester 2027. The area of specialization within cellular neuroscience is open. We particularly welcome applicants who investigate neural function across multiple levels of analysis, including but not limited to electrophysiology, imaging, genetic and viral tools, optogenetics/chemogenetics, computational approaches, and systems-level analyses of neural circuits, sensory systems, and behavior.

Duties. The successful candidate will develop a research program at a primarily bachelor’s and master’s granting institution and have strong potential for external funding (e.g., NIH, NSF, or private foundations). Candidates are expected to incorporate student training into substantive and meaningful research experiences. Teaching responsibilities may include lower division undergraduate courses (such as Foundations of Biology) and upper division and / or graduate courses within the candidate’s area of specialty. The department values evidence-based, inclusive teaching practices and a commitment to an experiential education consistent with our polytechnic mission. The applicant will be expected to assist in curriculum development, advise students, serve on department, college, and university committees, and engage in professional activities.

Minimum requirements: Ph.D. in Neuroscience, Biology, or a related field from an accredited institution (degree must be conferred by the start date of the position), at least one year of postdoctoral research experience as a postdoctoral researcher, faculty member at another institution, or in industry, and demonstrated potential to establish an active research program involving undergraduate and/or master’s students.

Consideration of completed applications will begin on September 15, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled. For expanded position description and application information, please go to Please direct inquiries to the Chair of the Cellular Neuroscience Search Committee ( [email protected] ). AA/EOE