Job Opportunitites in the Wesleyan Department of Molecular Biology and Biochemistry

Visiting Professor of Molecular Biology and Biochemistry

February 2025

Wesleyan University’s Department of Molecular Biology and Biochemistry invites applications for a full-time Visiting Professor in Molecular Biology and Biochemistry beginning September 1, 2025. The initial appointment is for one year with the potential for renewal for a second year. Successful candidates will hold a Ph.D. in molecular biology, biochemistry, or a related STEM field. Primary job responsibilities include teaching introductory biology lecture, laboratory courses, as well as development of a first-year seminar course or an elective course in the candidate’s area of expertise. The teaching load is the equivalent of 5 courses for the academic year to be taught in-person on Wesleyan’s campus.
A complete application includes a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and a summary of prior teaching experience. Supplemental materials an applicant could choose to submit include a teaching statement, documentation of teaching experience (such as course syllabi and student evaluations), and a research statement.

To apply, visit https://wesleyan.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/careers/job/Middletown-CT-Main-Campus/Visiting-Professor-of-Molecular-Biology-and-Biochemistry_R100606. In the cover letter, applicants should describe how they will embrace the college's commitment to fostering an inclusive community. You will also be asked to provide the email addresses of three referees from whom we will obtain confidential letters of recommendation. Applications completed by April 1, 2025 will receive full consideration. Please contact Mary Readinger at mreadinger@wesleyan.edu or 860-685-2409 if you have questions about the application process. Visa sponsorship is not available.