Lecturer

D-25-MOL-00007 | Faculty | Molecular Biology

The Department of Molecular Biology at Princeton University has an occasional curricular need for lecturers to teach, co-teach, or lead precepts in areas such as molecular biology, cell biology, neurobiology, biochemistry, and neuroscience, and accepts applications in advance in the event the occasion arises where such lecturers are needed. Any appointments and duty time are subject to enrollments and may be for one or two semesters during the 2025-2026 academic year. Positions would have an expected start date of September 1, 2025, or January 16, 2026. Individuals should possess a Ph.D. in molecular biology or a related field and have experience with teaching at the undergraduate level. Successful candidates will attend weekly lectures, be present during lab, lead weekly discussions, hold regular office hours, meet with the course instructor(s), and assist in exam writing and grading as it applies to the course being taught. Princeton University is especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute, through their research, teaching, and/or service, to the diversity and excellence of our academic community.

Applicants must submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references. All materials must be submitted as PDF files. Molecular Biology is the core of Life Sciences. In your cover letter you must indicate your expertise and/or area of interest, e.g., genomics, proteomics, cancer biology, developmental biology, neurobiology, and microbiology,

This position is subject to the University's background check policy.

The work location for this position is in-person on campus at Princeton University.

Essential Qualifications
Ph.D. in Molecular Biology or a related field is required.

Preferred Qualifications
Experience teaching at the undergraduate level is strongly preferred.

Expected Salary Range: $81,700-$86,000

The University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's qualifications, work experience, education/training, key skills, market, collective bargaining agreements as applicable, and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The posted salary range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate for a full-time position; salaries for part-time positions are pro-rated accordingly.

The University also offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. Please see this link for more information.

Requisition No: D-25-MOL-00007

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How to Apply

The form below must be completed to submit your application for this position.

It is recommended that you read through the entire application and gather the required application materials before beginning your application. You will not be
able to save or return to edit a partial application. Only complete applications will be accepted for consideration and the application form must be completed in its entirety before it can be submitted.

Upon submitting your application, you will receive a confirmation email at the email address that you provide in your application.In some cases, your references may be contacted using the email address that you provide for them and may be asked to provide their recommendation via a web-based form similar to the application form.

Be sure to provide the correct email addresses for you and all of your references to ensure that communications from Princeton University are properly delivered.

For more information send an email to vd0051@princeton.edu.

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