Tenure-Track Assistant Professor in Biomedical Engineering
Join Boston University as a tenure-track Assistant Professor focusing on neuroscience and computational modeling.
Best for:Best for emerging researchers with a PhD, postdoctoral experience, and a strong research profile in computational neuroscience and biomedical engineering.
Overview
The Department of Biomedical Engineering at Boston University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position focusing on the intersection of brain health, neuroscience, and computational modeling and data sciences, with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2027. The successful candidate will join a vibrant, top-ranked department with extensive research activity, strong clinical ties, and numerous interdisciplinary centers. Responsibilities include establishing an independent, world-class research program, mentoring graduate and undergraduate students, and teaching departmental courses. Applicants are expected to hold a PhD and relevant postdoctoral experience, demonstrating a strong commitment to academic excellence, inclusivity, and collaborative research.
What you'll do
- Establish and lead an independent, externally funded, world-class research program in the intersection of brain health, neuroscience, and computational modeling.
- Teach undergraduate and graduate courses within the Department of Biomedical Engineering.
- Supervise, mentor, and train graduate and undergraduate students.
- Participate in departmental governance, faculty meetings, and institutional committees.
- Engage in collaborative research initiatives across university centers and the medical school.
Requirements
Degree required: PhD in Biomedical Engineering or an appropriate related area
Language: English; professional proficiency
Instruction: English
Publications: Strong publication record commensurate with career stage and potential for world-class scholarship
- Demonstrated potential for leading an independent research program
- Expertise in computational modeling, data sciences, neuroscience, or brain health
- Postdoctoral research experience
- Strong record of or potential for excellence in teaching undergraduate and graduate courses
- Must hold a PhD in an appropriate area prior to appointment
- Must have completed postdoctoral experience
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-12-11
Applicants should submit all required application materials through the online application portal linked in the job posting. Ensure all documents, including a letter of interest, research statement, teaching statement, CV, and reference contact information, are uploaded by the preferred full consideration deadline of December 11, 2026.
- CV
- Letter of interest
- Research statement
- Teaching statement
- 3 reference letters
Contact
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