What are the responsibilities and job description for the Permanent, 12-month Faculty Position at the Rank of Assistant Professor position at The RNA Society?
Posted on: May 15, 2026
Case Western Reserve University Assistant Professor
Department of Biochemistry
Case Western Reserve University, Department of Biochemistry is seeking a highly qualified candidate to fill a full-time, permanent, 12-month faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor. This is a non-tenure-track position, whose duties will be teaching, advising, and supporting the education mission of the Department.
Responsibilities and Duties: Serve as course director for at least one course each semester and contribute to other team-taught courses or education programs each semester. Advise undergraduate students in course selection for their programs of study, research opportunities, and career planning. Work closely with faculty colleagues in Biochemistry and the vice chair for education to update the curriculum and develop new courses if necessary. Maintain office hours for advising and aiding students. Help oversee and maintain shared departmental resources for teaching undergraduate and M.S. students.
Minimum Qualifications: Ph.D. in biochemistry, chemistry, biology, or related field. Previous experience in teaching undergraduate biochemistry in the United States for at least one year as an instructor of record, with expertise in metabolism required. Excellent written and oral communication skills necessary. Must be eligible to work in the United States.
How to Apply: Review of applicants will begin on June 26, 2026. Submit letter of application, curriculum vitae, description of formal teaching experience, statement of teaching interests and philosophy, and contact information for 3 references to:
http://apply.interfolio.com/185542
Please arrange for references to send recommendation letters separately to the same address. Questions may be directed to biocsearch@case.edu .
The annual starting base salary range for this position is from $80,000-95,000. CWRU considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. University employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare, retirement plans, tuition assistance, and paid time off.
Case Western Reserve University is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are protected under federal and state laws and university policy from discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, protected veteran status, disability, age and genetic information.
Case Western Reserve University complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act regarding reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities Applications requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the CWRU Office of Equity at 216.368.3066 to request a reasonable accommodation. Determinations as to granting reasonable accommodations for any applicant will be made on a case-by-case basis.
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Case Western Reserve University Assistant Professor
Department of Biochemistry
Case Western Reserve University, Department of Biochemistry is seeking a highly qualified candidate to fill a full-time, permanent, 12-month faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor. This is a non-tenure-track position, whose duties will be teaching, advising, and supporting the education mission of the Department.
Responsibilities and Duties: Serve as course director for at least one course each semester and contribute to other team-taught courses or education programs each semester. Advise undergraduate students in course selection for their programs of study, research opportunities, and career planning. Work closely with faculty colleagues in Biochemistry and the vice chair for education to update the curriculum and develop new courses if necessary. Maintain office hours for advising and aiding students. Help oversee and maintain shared departmental resources for teaching undergraduate and M.S. students.
Minimum Qualifications: Ph.D. in biochemistry, chemistry, biology, or related field. Previous experience in teaching undergraduate biochemistry in the United States for at least one year as an instructor of record, with expertise in metabolism required. Excellent written and oral communication skills necessary. Must be eligible to work in the United States.
How to Apply: Review of applicants will begin on June 26, 2026. Submit letter of application, curriculum vitae, description of formal teaching experience, statement of teaching interests and philosophy, and contact information for 3 references to:
http://apply.interfolio.com/185542
Please arrange for references to send recommendation letters separately to the same address. Questions may be directed to biocsearch@case.edu .
The annual starting base salary range for this position is from $80,000-95,000. CWRU considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. University employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare, retirement plans, tuition assistance, and paid time off.
Case Western Reserve University is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are protected under federal and state laws and university policy from discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, protected veteran status, disability, age and genetic information.
Case Western Reserve University complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act regarding reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities Applications requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the CWRU Office of Equity at 216.368.3066 to request a reasonable accommodation. Determinations as to granting reasonable accommodations for any applicant will be made on a case-by-case basis.
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Salary : $80,000 - $95,000