What are the responsibilities and job description for the Open-Rank Faculty Position in Brain Health & Neuroscience position at Wayne State University?
The Ben L. Silberstein Institute for Brain Health at Wayne State University is seeking researchers dedicated to advancing brain health across the lifespan to join our growing research community as a tenure/tenure-track Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor!
We welcome applications from scientists with strong research experience in brain health, cognitive neuroscience, behavioral neuroscience, or related fields. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a multidisciplinary community of researchers working to expand our understanding of the brain and neuro-clinical conditions, while translating scientific discoveries into meaningful improvements in brain health.
Our Institute fosters a collaborative research environment, with existing strengths in neurodegeneration, neurodevelopment, trauma neurobiology, psychiatric disorders, neuropharmacology, aging, and substance use research. Researchers with expertise in either neurodegeneration or pain research are particularly encouraged to apply, but excellent candidates with complementary expertise from all relevant areas of neuroscience will be considered!
Position highlights:
- Open-rank faculty opportunity (Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor) at R1 research university
- Joint appointment with the Institute for Brain Health and a WSU academic department aligned with the candidate's expertise and interests
- Opportunities for multidisciplinary collaboration across campus
- A vibrant research environment at a leading urban research university in Detroit
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, with the committee beginning to select candidates for interviews in December 2026. Applicants are encouraged to submit their materials by December 1, 2026, to ensure full consideration.
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