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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. 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 [email protected] or 860-685-2409 if you have questions about the application process. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Work Location: On Campus

All offers to external applicants are contingent on the candidate’s completion of a pre-employment background check screening (https://www.wesleyan.edu/hr/pdfs/Wesleyan%20University%20Background%20Check%20Policy\_.pdf) to the satisfaction of Wesleyan University.

Wesleyan University, located in Middletown, Connecticut, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, age, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, marital status, ancestry, present or past history of mental disorder, learning disability or physical disability, political belief, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or non-position-related criminal record. We welcome applications from women and historically underrepresented minority groups. Inquiries regarding Title IX, Section 504 or any other non-discrimination policies should be directed to Vice President for Equity and Inclusion, Title IX and ADA/504 Coordinator.

Wesleyan University complies with the Clery Act and maintains records of campus crime statistics and security policies. Copies of Wesleyan University’s Clery Act Report are available on request and online at https://www.wesleyan.edu/publicsafety/clery.html .

Experience is taken into consideration in the determination of salary offers. For more information visit https://www.wesleyan.edu/hr/handbook/compensation-practices/index.html

Wesleyan offers a broad range of employee benefits and development opportunities, including comprehensive group insurance plans, wellness programs and incentives, generous paid time off and retirement plans, flexible work schedules, employee and dependent tuition programs for those who qualify.

Detailed information on the benefits of working at Wesleyan is located at: https://wesleyan.edu/hr/careers/prospective-resources.html .

We welcome your interest in Wesleyan’s diverse, energetic community of employees who, by their creativity, innovative thinking, and generosity of spirit, help make Wesleyan a great place to work.

In this open-minded and inclusive environment, our faculty and staff foster a liberal arts experience characterized by boldness, rigor, and practical idealism.

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