The Department of Biology of the College of Natural Sciences, R[o Piedras Campus, University of Puerto Rico, is inviting highly qualified candidates to apply for a tenure-track faculty position in Neuroscience. This position will be available from August 1st. 2026. We welcome applications from candidates whose research programs focus on fundamental neuroscience, brain­ related diseases, or environmental neuroscience.

Requirements:

• Ph.D. or an equivalent degree in the relevant field (Biology, Neuroscience, or other related fields) from an accredited university.
• Post-doctoral research experience.
• Strong publication record in the area of specialty. 
• Demonstrated ability to seek and obtain extramural funds.
• Teaching experience.
• Availability to direct research projects, theses, and dissertations.
• Bilingual (Spanish and English) skills are desirable.
• Women and underrepresented minorities are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities: The new faculty member is expected to develop a strong research program supported with external funds; strengthen the course offering of the Department at the undergraduate and graduate levels, including teaching at all available teaching hours and using diverse technologies; provide mentorship for undergraduate and graduate (M.Sc. and Ph.D.) students; and participate in service activities at the level of the Department, University and beyond.

We seek a colleague who has demonstrated a commitment to enhancing and promoting inclusion, equity, and diversity in research. mentoring, teaching, and outreach. The University of Puerto Rico is an equal opportunity employer and has a strong commitment to achieving diversity in its faculty, staff, and students.

Documents required:

Intent letter briefly explaining the candidate's strengths

• Updated Curriculum Vitae
• Research statement (maximum 2 pages) describing research accomplishments. and short­ and long-term research plans
• Teaching statement (maximum 2 pages) describing overall teaching philosophy and approaches to teaching under diverse scenarios, prior teaching experience, and approaches to mentoring minority undergraduate and graduate students from groups that have been historically underrepresented in science
• Official academic credentials and evidence of all degrees earned 
• Names and contact information of at least three reference writers

Deadline for applications: December 31. 2025

Applicants must submit documentation to: jose.garcia36@upr.edu, Dr. Jose E. Garcia-Arraras. Interim Chair Department of Biology University of Puerto Rico PO Box 23360, San Juan, PR 00931