Assistant Professor – Innovative Bioscience

Northwestern University Dept. of Molecular Biosciences; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern University’s Department of Molecular Biosciences invites exceptional scholars to apply for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor position. Candidates should hold a Ph.D.

and demonstrate excellence in research and teaching, with interests spanning biochemistry, cell biology, and genetics, and a track record in state-of-the-art methods such as cryoET/cryoEM, single-cell omics, or AI-driven design.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in a relevant life sciences field.
• Strong commitment to high-quality research and teaching.
• Experience with modern, state-of-the-art methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead an independent, externally funded research program.
• Contribute to teaching in undergraduate and graduate curricula.
• Collaborate with colleagues across departments and centers.

Skills

Research excellence

Teaching

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Ph.D. required

Job description

Northwestern University’s Department of Molecular Biosciences invites exceptional scholars to apply for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor position. Candidates should hold a Ph.D.

and demonstrate excellence in research and teaching, with interests spanning biochemistry, cell biology, and genetics, and a track record in state-of-the-art methods such as cryoET/cryoEM, single-cell omics, or AI-driven design.