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Tenure-track Assistant Professor - Department of Molecular Biosciences
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A College Professor or Instructor teaches students beyond the high school level, including undergraduate and graduate students. Teaches subjects ranging from liberal arts (literature, history, languages) to sciences, mathematics, business, art., music or technology. Conducts research and supervises student research. Teaches at a public or private college, in a two year or four year degree program.
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Job Description
The Department of Molecular Biosciences invites exceptional and innovative scholars to apply for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor position . Department research programs encompass the spectrum of modern life sciences research from single molecule biophysics to the development of multicellular organisms. We are broadly interested in candidates who use state-of-the-art-tools, including cryoET/cryoEM, single cell genomics/proteomics, single cell imaging, and artificial intelligence and de novo protein design, to address fundamental problems in biochemistry, cell biology, and genetics. However, candidates focused on any areas that complement the strengths of our collaborative faculty should apply. Candidates must hold a Ph.D. degree and demonstrate commitment to excellence in research and teaching. Northwestern University offers a rich intellectual environment and cutting-edge support facilities. Appointees will join an outstanding, highly interactive research community that is committed to collaboration across disciplinary boundaries. The Department of Molecular Biosciences has close ties with other Northwestern departments and centers, including Neurobiology, Physics, Statistics, Applied Math, the NSF-Simons Institute for Theory and Mathematics in Biology, the Northwestern Institute on Complex Systems, the Chemistry of Life Processes Institute, and the Robert H. Lurie Comprehensive Cancer Center. Applicants should submit (in PDF format) a cover letter, CV, description of research plans, and teaching statement. Please request at least three letters of recommendation. Details on preparing and submitting the application can be found here . The anticipated start date is Fall of 2027. Review of applications will commence October 15, 2026. Inquiries can be sent to Michele McDonough at molbioscisearch@northwestern.edu .