Instructor - Psychiatry [Req#: 979247, Position#: 134143]

Profile The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center Department of Psychiatry, Division of Psychiatry Neuroscience, is accepting applications for an Instructor position in basic neuroscience research. Applicants must hold a Ph.D. and have successfully completed postdoctoral work in biochemistry, molecular biology, neuroscience, or a closely related field.

This position will be conducting research on a project that attempts to understand how specific forms of mechanical forces from DNA supercoiling impact the organization of chromosomes in neurons, and how this in turn affects neuronal functions and the development of lasting adaptive behaviors in animals. Mission/Vision Discover, Educate, and Heal the Mind, Body, and Brain The Department of Psychiatry’s vision is to meet the behavioral health needs of diverse communities across North Texas and beyond by increasing equitable access to psychiatric care and the latest advancements in neuroscience and psychiatry and preparing an effective workforce to achieve these objectives.

Team Our department offers expertise in broad specialty and subspecialty areas of psychiatry and opportunities to collaborate with experts in our field. To serve the diverse communities of North Texas and maintain the excellence of our institution, we welcome faculty candidates who will bring additional dimensions to our research, teaching, and clinical mission, including underrepresented groups.