Tenure-line Assistant Professor in Molecular Biosciences

Northwestern University; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

Tuition benefits for employee and yes

Retirement savings options

Parental leave and wellness programs

Job summary

Northwestern University in Evanston, IL invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor in WCAS Molecular Biosciences. Candidates should hold a Ph.D. and demonstrate excellence in research and teaching.

Research areas include cryoET/cryoEM, single cell genomics/proteomics, single cell imaging, and AI-driven de novo protein design. Review begins 2026-10-15. The anticipated start date is Fall 2027.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. is required for applicants.
• Tenure-track Assistant Professor position.
• Commitment to excellence in research and teaching.

Responsibilities

• Establish an innovative research program.
• Develop and teach undergraduate and graduate courses.
• Mentor and supervise students and postdocs.

Skills

Teaching

Research

Collaboration

Education

Ph.D. in relevant field

Tools

CryoEM

Single-cell sequencing

Job description

Department: WCAS Molecular Biosciences

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.

The anticipated start date is Fall of 2027. Review of applications will commence October 15, 2026. Inquiries can be sent to Michele McDonough at [e-mail].

Salary

The expected base pay range for this position is $110,000 - $125,000. This base pay range is for a nine-month academic appointment, does not include summer salary, and is subject to negotiation. Northwestern University has provided a pay range representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for the position. The pay offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors including (but not limited to) the experience and qualifications of the selected candidate including years since terminal degree, training, and field or discipline; departmental budget availability; internal comparators; and external market pay for comparable jobs.

Benefits

At Northwestern, we are proud to provide meaningful and competitive benefits.

• health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• paid medical/sick and parental leave
• tuition benefits for the employee and dependents
• pre-tax and flex spending accounts for commuting and dependent care
• generous retirement savings options
• wellness programs

For a comprehensive overview of available benefits, including eligibility details, visit us at Northwestern Benefits to learn more.

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