Assistant Professor, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology & Biotechnology

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Job Description

The Department of Biochemistry, Molecular Biology & Biotechnology at the University of Nevada, Reno invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position from candidates conducting cutting-edge, biotechnology-focused research. We seek exceptional scientists whose work aligns with the department's core mission. This is an academic-year position within the College of Agriculture, Biotechnology & Natural Resources.

We welcome outstanding applicants ready to build a high-impact, nationally recognized, extramurally funded research program in biotechnology oriented human health & disease, plant science, or arthropod research. The successful candidate will join a collaborative department committed to research excellence, innovative teaching, and meaningful service.

Required qualifications:

Ph.D. degree in Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, or a related field.

A strong record of research productivity commensurate with experience level.

A commitment to working successfully with a diverse student population.

Preferred qualifications:

At least two years of postdoctoral research experience.

A demonstrated history of prior funding.

Teaching experience in the areas of molecular biology, biotechnology, or related fields.

Compensation Grade

Assistant Professor

To view the salary schedule for this position, please visit: Salary Schedules and select Academic Faculty. Salary is competitive and commensurate with related education and experience.

Remarkable Retirement

Our retirement plan is beyond compare. Your 19.25% contribution is generously matched by the University. With the faculty retirement plan, you are 100% vested your first day. Sit back and watch your retirement dollars grow! All permanent employees on an annual "A" or "B" contract who are employed at least 50% full-time are eligible to participate in the NSHE retirement program.

Perks of working at UNR

Health insurance options including dental and vision - Health Insurance

Generous sick leave, life insurance, and long-term disability – Faculty Benefits

E. L. Wiegand Fitness Center offers an annual or semester membership and family membership options. E.L. Wiegand Fitness Center

Mountain EAP supports employees (and eligible dependents) through life's difficult moments. Mountain EAP is located in Reno and specializes in counseling and advising services for personal or interpersonal issues.

Faculty Senate is the principal representing body for faculty. Its membership includes representatives from each academic and administrative major unit of the University. Faculty Senate

No state income tax!

Grants-in-aid for Faculty Employees

The University is proud to provide a reduced-rate tuition benefit to faculty and qualified dependents. Faculty can take up to six credits per semester at a reduced rate. Dependents of faculty have unlimited credits, but in order to be eligible children must be unmarried and under the age of 24 and must receive at least 50% of their financial support from the employee and/or employee’s spouse or domestic partner. Faculty Grant-in-Aid

Faculty Dual Career Assistance Program

The University of Nevada, Reno recognizes the importance of addressing dual-career couples’ professional needs. We offer a dual career assistance program to newly hired faculty spouses/partners that provides resources and assists them to identify career opportunities in Northern Nevada. Dual Career Assistance Program

Department Information

Department of Biochemistry, Molecular Biology & Biotechnology | University of Nevada, Reno

Contact Information

Please direct questions to the search chair, Dr. Claudia Rueckert, crueckert@unr.edu

Exempt

Yes

Full-Time Equivalent

100.0%

Required Attachment(s)

Please note, once you submit your application the only attachment/s viewable to you will be the attachment/s to the resume/CV section of the application. Any additional required attachment/s to the cover letter, references, additional documents sections of the application, will not be viewable to you after you submit your application. All uploaded attachment/s will be on the application for the committee to review. To request updates to attachments, prior to the committee review of applications, please contact the candidate helpdesk at jobs@unr.edu

Attach the following attachments to your application

1) Resume/CV

2) Cover Letter detailing required and preferred qualifications (no more than 1 page).

3) Contact Information for Three Professional References

4) A statement of research interests and vision of future research (no more than 3 pages).

5) A teaching statement (no more than 1 page).

This posting is open until filled

Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. This search will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made.

For full consideration, please apply by October 31st, 2026. Applications after this date may be considered until the position is filled, but consideration of applications received after October 31st is not guaranteed.

Posting Close Date

10/31/2026

Note to Applicant

A background check will be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.

HR will attempt to verify academic credentials upon receipt of hiring documents. If the academic credentials cannot be verified, HR will notify the faculty member that an official transcript of their highest degree must be submitted within thirty days of the faculty member’s first day of employment.

References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process.

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As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.

For positions that require driving, evidence of a valid driver's license will be required at the time of employment and as a condition of continued employment.

Schedules are subject to change based on organizational needs.

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About Us

The University of Nevada, Reno is a leading public research university committed to the promise of a future powered by knowledge. Founded in 1874 as Nevada’s original land-grant university, the University serves more than 23,000 undergraduate and graduate students from all 50 states and 63 countries.

Classified by the Carnegie® Classification of Institutions of Higher Education as an R1 (“Very High Research”) university, it is also recognized in the Carnegie® Community Engagement classification. The University is also ranked by U.S. News & World Report among the “Best National Universities” and “Best National Public Universities.” It also ranks in the top tier of the WSJ/Times Higher Education World University Rankings and the New York Times’ “Top Colleges for Economic Diversity.”

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