Assistant Professor of Biochemistry
Listed on 2026-08-05
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Education / Teaching
University Professor
Assistant Professor Position
The Department of Biochemistry at Brandeis University invites applications for a full-time Assistant Professor position to begin July 1, 2026. The position carries a two-year appointment with the possibility of renewal and is outside the tenure structure.
Teaching responsibilities will span the Biochemistry and Biology/HSSP programs and include an introductory and advanced introductory biochemistry class (BCHM 88 and BCHM 100), a project lab in protein biochemistry (BIOL 251), an elective course targeting Biochemistry majors (e.g., BIBC 126 Molecular Mechanisms of Disease), and an elective course appropriate for non-majors (e.g., CDSC 7 Culinary Chemistry), totaling five courses per year.
Requirements for the position include a Ph.D. in biochemistry, or a related field, and a strong commitment to teaching and mentoring students at the undergraduate level. Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and statement of teaching philosophy. In addition, applicants should arrange for three letters of recommendation to be submitted on their behalf to biochemistry. First consideration will be given to applications received by May 15, 2026.
Questions about the position may be directed to Dan Oprian.
The salary range for this position is $67,000 to $85,000, commensurate with experience.
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