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How much do neuroscience professor jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 1, 2026, the average yearly pay for neuroscience professor in Indiana is $76,179.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $57,100.00 and $87,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a neuroscience professor?

A Neuroscience Professor is an academic professional who teaches and conducts research in the field of neuroscience. They educate students on topics such as brain function, neural networks, and cognitive processes while also leading laboratory experiments and publishing research. Their responsibilities may include mentoring students, securing research grants, and collaborating with other scientists. Many work at universities, medical schools, or research institutions.

What does a neuroscience professor do?

A typical workweek for a Neuroscience Professor often involves a mix of teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, conducting and supervising laboratory research, and preparing grant proposals or scholarly publications. Professors also mentor students, participate in departmental meetings, and may collaborate with colleagues on interdisciplinary research projects. Balancing teaching, research, and administrative duties can be both challenging and rewarding. This multifaceted role offers opportunities for academic growth, innovation, and meaningful impact on students and the field of neuroscience.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a neuroscience professor?

To thrive as a Neuroscience Professor, you need an advanced degree (typically a Ph.D. or M.D.) in neuroscience or a related field, a strong background in research, and teaching experience at the university level. Familiarity with laboratory techniques, data analysis software (such as MATLAB or SPSS), and certifications in animal or human research ethics are often necessary. Excellent communication, mentorship, and organizational skills help foster student engagement and successful research collaborations. These skills are critical for effectively teaching complex material, advancing scientific research, and contributing to the academic community.

Infographic showing various Neuroscience Professor job openings in Indiana as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 75% Full Time, and 25% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $76,179 per year, or $36.6 per hour.

Assistant Professor, Neuroscience

Indianapolis, IN • On-site


Butler University
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The interdisciplinary Neuroscience Program in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at Butler University (Indianapolis, IN) invites applications for a tenure track assistant professor position beginning August 2027. We seek a colleague who values interdisciplinary approaches to neuroscience, has a demonstrated commitment to inclusive teaching practices, and is prepared to engage in collaborative research with undergraduate students. Standard teaching load is three courses (nine credit hours) of in-person instruction per semester plus an active program of research involving undergraduate collaborators.
Candidates must have a PhD by the time of appointment either in neuroscience or a closely related field. The successful applicant will be broadly trained in neuroscience and will be ready to teach core and discipline-specific neuroscience program courses, as well as majors' and/or non-majors' courses in one or more of the disciplines heavily represented in the neuroscience major: biology, computer science, philosophy and psychology. Our greatest needs are in biological and psychological approaches to neuroscience. (For additional details on the curriculum, please visit: https://www.butler.edu/arts-sciences/neuroscience/neuroscience-curriculum/.) Applicants with research specializations that complement those of our current faculty and that are accessible and of interest to undergraduate students are especially encouraged to apply.
The ideal candidate will have a demonstrated commitment to evidence-based and engaged-learning pedagogies as well as a commitment to building an inclusive classroom and scholarly environment for an increasingly diverse student body. The Butler Neuroscience Program values candidates who share our commitment to engagement and inclusion of students, faculty, and staff with diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences.
To apply, applicants should submit the following:
  • a cover letter discussing qualifications for and interest in the position
  • a CV
  • a teaching statement that describes previous experience with and evidence of effective and inclusive teaching as well as evidence-based pedagogies
  • a research statement that includes plans for a program of research involving undergraduate students
  • transcripts of graduate work or other evidence of terminal degree(s) (unofficial is acceptable for candidate review)
  • a list of 3-5 references, including name, title, and contact information (shortlisted candidates will be asked to provide three letters of recommendation)

Review of applications will begin September 15, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled. For inquiries regarding the search, contact Dr. Tara Lineweaver (tlinewea@butler.edu), program director and search committee chair.
About Us
Butler University is a private, nationally recognized comprehensive university encompassing seven colleges: Arts, Business, Communication, Education, Liberal Arts & Sciences, Pharmacy & Health Sciences and Founder's College. Approximately 4,500 undergraduate and 1,000 graduate and doctoral students are enrolled at Butler, representing 46 states and 24 countries.
Join us at the crossroads of tradition & transformation. A career at Butler University offers more than just a job-it's an opportunity to join a dedicated, innovative, and supportive community grounded in equity, academic excellence, and meaningful impact. Aligned with Boldly Butler, our strategic plan, faculty and staff play a vital role in delivering transformational learning experiences, enriching our campus and community, and ensuring a thriving Butler for generations to come.
Butler University is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of age, sex, race, religion, color, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected category.


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