Research Assistant Professor (Non-Tenure) - Neuroscience

Research Assistant Professor (Non-Tenure) - Neuroscience

Hiring Department: Department of Psychiatry

Location: 1601 W. Taylor St., Chicago IL  60612

Requisition ID: 1041229

Posting Closing Date: 05/29/2026

Compensation: The previously determined salary range for this position was $70,000 to $80,000.

Job Summary:

About the University of Illinois Chicago

UIC is among the nation’s preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent “Best Colleges” rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.

The Department of Psychiatry and UIC Alcohol Research Center is seeking two Research Assistant Professor (non-tenure track) with an interest in the epigenetic and molecular mechanisms underlying alcohol use disorder (AUD). The Department of Psychiatry and Alcohol Research Center brings together scientists and clinicians with expertise across multiple disciplines including neural, epigenetic, genetic and behavioral processes that contribute to the pathophysiology of AUD. UIC is a highly collaborative research environment with a strong neuroscience presence across multiple departments. Training is provided by several interdisciplinary graduate programs including the interdepartmental Graduate Program in Neuroscience (GPN), the Graduate Education in bioMedical Sciences (GEMS) umbrella program, and an NIH-funded Medical Science Training Program (MSTP). 

Faculty will be expected to maintain an active competitively funded alcohol research program either as principle or co-investigator focused on the epigenetic and transcriptomic studies in AUD in animal models or translational research in AUD. The individual selected for this position is expected to be active member of the UIC Alcohol Research Center and neuroscience research program within UIC Department of Psychiatry. 

Eligible candidates will have a PhD, MD/PhD, or equivalent degree in a relevant area of neuroscience or molecular biology, or biological sciences with experience in alcohol epigenetic and molecular research. Preference will be given to candidates who can bring epigenetic research to the UIC Alcohol Research Center and have published in epigenome and transcriptomic approaches in AUD.

An important overarching goal at UIC is to attract world-class faculty to enrich the educational experience of our bright and motivated students and trainees and provide high-quality care to our diverse and vulnerable patient populations. UIC is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse faculty committed to teaching and working in a multicultural environment, and strongly encourages applications from women and minorities, and those with a passion for serving the underserved.

Benefits and Compensation: 

The previously determined salary range for this position is $70,000-$80,000. 

We strive to provide a competitive salary, considering factors such as available market data, internal equity, candidate experience and qualifications. The final salary will be determined through a thorough assessment of these elements. 

This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

Please visit our department website at www.psych.uic.edu. Applicants must apply online at http://jobs.uic.edu and reference Job Requisition 1041229 and submit their application with a CV, cover letter along with research interest, and three names of references by 05/29/2026. The application review process will start immediately and will continue until the position is filled. The start date is flexible.

The University of Illinois System requires candidates selected for hire to disclose any documented finding of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment and to authorize inquiries to current and former employers regarding findings of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment. For more information, visit https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/cms/One.aspx?portalId=4292&pageId=1411899

University of Illinois faculty, staff, and students are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. This employment offer is contingent on your timely submission of proof of your vaccination. If you are not able to receive the vaccine for medical or religious reasons, you may seek approval for an exemption in accordance with applicable University processes.

The University of Illinois Chicago is an equal opportunity employer, including Disability/Vets. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

The University of Illinois may conduct background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer. Background checks will be performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position; however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.