Neuroscience

The Department of Biology at University of Waterloo, in conjunction with the Centre for Theoretical Neuroscience (CTN), is seeking two Faculty at the Assistant or Associate Professor level in the area of Neuroscience.  Applicants involved in the measurement and/or modeling of neural circuits and systems (systems neuroscience) are especially encouraged to apply. Applicants, both experimental or theoretical in approach, should demonstrate the linkage of their program to the Department of Biology and the CTN. One successful applicant will be invited to apply for a Tier II Canada Research Chair. Duties of the successful applicants will include research, teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels in the Department of Biology, and graduate student supervision. Applicants must have a Ph.D., relevant postdoctoral experience with a strong indication of independent productivity, and be prepared to establish active research programs.
           
Applicants should send their curriculum vitae, the names of three individuals willing to furnish letters of reference, and a brief outline of their future research and teaching direction to: Dr. David R. Rose, Professor and Chair, Department of Biology, University of Waterloo, Waterloo, Ontario, N2L 3G1, CANADA.  This information may also be sent to the Biology Chair's Secretary: Mrs. Gini Kennings at:  givan@scimail.uwaterloo.ca
         
Review of applications will commence November 1, 2009, but applications will be accepted until the positions are filled. Anticipated starting date is on or after July 1, 2010.

Canadian citizens or Permanent Residents will be considered first for this position.  The University of Waterloo encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including women, members of visible minorities, native peoples, and persons with disabilities.  This appointment is subject to the availability of funds. Additional information on the Department of Biology and the CTN is available at:

http://www.biology.uwaterloo.ca/

http://ctn.uwaterloo.ca/