Instructor, Biochemistry

Case; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Case Western Reserve University, Department of Biochemistry, invites applications for a permanent, 12-month Instructor position in the School of Medicine, Main Campus, on the Cleveland campus.

This non-tenure-track role emphasizes teaching, advising, and supporting the education mission, including teaching and managing undergraduate and masters laboratory courses and summer programs.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in biochemistry, chemistry, biology, or related field.
• Previous teaching experience is preferred.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Advise undergraduate students in course selection for their programs of study, research opportunities, and career planning.
• Work closely with faculty colleagues to provide teaching support, including student assessment, and maintain office hours for advising and aiding students.
• Additional duties include teaching and management of laboratory courses for undergraduate and masters students as well as for summer research programs.

Skills

Teaching

Advising

Communication

Laboratory instruction

Education

Ph.D. in Biochemistry or related field

Job description

Case Western Reserve University: School of Medicine (FAC/RA/RS): School of Medicine - Main Campus (FAC/RA/RS): Biochemistry (FAC/RA/RS)

Location

CWRU, School of Medicine, Wood Building, 2109 Adelbert Road, Cleveland, Ohio 44106

Open Date

May 14, 2026

Description

Case Western Reserve University, Department of Biochemistry is seeking a highly qualified candidate to fill a permanent, 12-month faculty position at the rank of Instructor. This is a non-tenure-track position, whose duties will be spent on teaching, advising, and supporting the education mission of the Department.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Advise undergraduate students in course selection for their programs of study, research opportunities, and career planning.
• Work closely with faculty colleagues to provide teaching support, including student assessment, and maintain office hours for advising and aiding students.
• Additional duties include teaching and management of laboratory courses for undergraduate and masters students as well as for summer research programs.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in biochemistry, chemistry, biology, or related field.
• Previous experience in teaching is preferred.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills necessary.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States.

The annual starting base salary range for this position is from $65,000 to $80,000. CWRU considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. University employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare, retirement plans, tuition assistance, and paid time off.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Case Western Reserve University is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are protected under federal and state laws and university policy from discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, protected veteran status, disability, age and genetic information.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

Reasonable Accommodation Statement:
Case Western Reserve University complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act regarding reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the Office of Equity by phone at 216.368.3066 or by email [e-mail] . Determinations as to granting reasonable accommodations for any applicant will be made on a case-by-case basis.