<p>The Department of Molecular Biology and Biochemistry at Wesleyan University seeks a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Molecular Biology and Biochemistry beginning July 1, 2026. The candidate will develop an independent research program supported by extramural funding that integrates current molecular genetics, biochemical or biophysical approaches to address fundamental problems in molecular biology. The minimum requirement is a Ph. D. in molecular biology or a related field. The successful candidate will likely have postdoctoral experience and demonstrated excellence in research and teaching. We seek an individual who can contribute to both our undergraduate and graduate course curriculum. The successful applicant will teach one course each semester and facilitate a journal club or graduate seminar.</p> <p>The new hire will establish their lab in our brand-new science building and participate in our Ph.D. training program and cross-disciplinary initiatives in the life sciences. Additional duties include advising and mentoring students, as well as participating in faculty governance at the departmental and university level. Wesleyan is a highly selective liberal arts college that values both scholarship and teaching, has a strong, diverse undergraduate student body, and offers a generous sabbatical program and competitive salaries and benefits.</p> <p>A complete application includes a cover letter, curriculum vitae, publications, a statement of research plans, a statement of teaching interests, course syllabi and teaching evaluations (if available), and email addresses for three referees from whom we will obtain confidential letters of recommendation. In the cover letter, applicants should describe how they will embrace the college's commitment to fostering an inclusive community. Applications should be submitted online at https://wesleyan.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/careers.</p> <p>Applications completed by October 1, 2025 will receive full consideration. Please contact Mary Readinger by email (mreadinger@wesleyan.edu) or phone at 860-685-2409 if you have any questions about the application process.</p> <p>Work Location: On Campus</p> <p>All offers to external applicants are contingent on the candidate's completion of a pre-employment background check screening to the satisfaction of Wesleyan University.</p> <p>Wesleyan University, located in Middletown, Connecticut, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, age, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, marital status, ancestry, present or past history of mental disorder, learning disability or physical disability, political belief, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or non-position-related criminal record. We welcome applications from women and historically underrepresented minority groups. Inquiries regarding Title IX, Section 504 or any other non-discrimination policies should be directed to Vice President for Equity and Inclusion, Title IX and ADA/504 Coordinator.</p> <p>Wesleyan University complies with the Clery Act and maintains records of campus crime statistics and security policies. Copies of Wesleyan University's Clery Act Report are available on request and online at https://www.wesleyan.edu/publicsafety/clery.html.</p> <p>Experience is taken into consideration in the determination of salary offers. For more information visit https://www.wesleyan.edu/hr/handbook/compensation-practices/index.html</p> <p>Wesleyan offers a broad range of employee benefits and development opportunities, including comprehensive group insurance plans, wellness programs and incentives, generous paid time off and retirement plans, flexible work schedules, employee and dependent tuition programs for those who qualify.</p> <p>Detailed information on the benefits of working at Wesleyan is located at: https://wesleyan.edu/hr/careers/prospective-resources.html.</p>