Assistant Professor of Biochemistry

Brandeis University

Apply to this job
Brandeis - Waltham Campus Until 8/23/2026 H-1B sponsor history First posted April 16, 2026 Last posted April 16, 2026
Job description

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@brandeis.edu . First consideration will be given to applications received by May 15, 2026.


Questions about the position may be directed to Dan Oprian (oprian@brandeis.edu).

The salary range for this position is $67, 000 to $85,000, commensurate with experience.

Pay Range Disclosure

The University's pay ranges represent a good faith estimate of what Brandeis reasonably expects to pay for a position at the time of posting. The pay offered to a selected candidate during hiring will be based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience and education/training, internal peer equity, and applicable legal requirements.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Brandeis University is an equal opportunity employer which does not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, ancestry, religious creed, gender identity and expression, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, genetic information, disability, caste, military or veteran status or any other category protected by law (also known as membership in a "protected class").

About this role

Summary

Teach undergraduate biochemistry courses, mentor students, conduct research, and contribute to university service.

Job title

Assistant Professor of Biochemistry

Experience level

Ph.D.

Industry

education

Location requirements

Waltham, MA, on-site required.

Salary

$67,000 to $85,000

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

Ph.D.biochemistry

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

biochemistryteachingmentoring
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Waltham, MA, USA

On-site City