Assistant Professor
Location: Princeton, NJ, USA
Salary Range or Pay Grade: $160,000 - $185,000
Description
The Molecular Biology Department at Princeton University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant Professor level. We are seeking a colleague who will build a world-class research program in Molecular Biology, broadly defined. The applicant would join a vibrant community of researchers who study fundamental life processes in model organisms, including the disciplines of biochemistry, biophysics, structural biology, cell biology, computational biology, development, cancer, genetics and genomics, immunology, microbiology, and virology. We are especially interested in attracting colleagues who will create a climate that embraces excellence, with a strong commitment to teaching and mentoring that will enhance the work of the department and that will attract and retain a diverse student body.
Qualifications
Applicants must have a Ph.D. or equivalent degree and must demonstrate the ability to develop a creative, independent research program.
This position is subject to the University's background check policy.
Application Instructions
Applications – including a cover letter, curriculum vitae, three-page summary of current and proposed research, and contact information for three references (limited to three references).
For full consideration, all materials must be received by November 1, 2026.
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