research-focused curriculum.
Basic Qualifications
Basic qualifications are required at the time of application.
- PhD in cell biology, molecular biology or related field; postdoctoral experience desired.
- Demonstrated potential for excellence in undergraduate teaching and mentoring and commitment to developing an active research program engaging undergraduate students.
Salary Range
The budgeted salary range for this position is:
- Assistant: $62,000-$67,000
- Associate: $72,000-$78,000
- Professor: $83,000-$88,000
About NCC
Founded in 1861, North Central College is a selective, comprehensive liberal arts institution of about 3000 students, located 28 miles west of Chicago in Naperville. The College is in a period of growth with the addition of a $60 million Science Center (2017), and a new Health Sciences and Engineering building (2020). North Central College is within walking distance of the Naperville Metra station and is next to downtown Naperville. The Naperville area is home to many excellent school districts and Naperville, IL has been ranked as one of the best places to live by Money magazine.
North Central College values diversity, equity and inclusion and strongly encourages candidates who would enrich the diversity of the campus community to apply. Experience working with diverse student populations and communities is highly desirable.
Application Window
Open date: August 25, 2026
Initial review date: September 20, 2026
Apply by initial review date to ensure full consideration by the committee.
For more information, please visit: https://www.northcentralcollege.edu/academic-affairs/prospective-and-incoming faculty
Interested candidates should complete and submit an application with all required documentation online at: https://northcentralcollege.peopleadmin.com/postings/16004
For further information, contact Steve Johnston, Interim Chair, Department of Biology, at sdjohnston@noctrl.edu.
Employment Conditions
An offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of the College’s background screening process.
Number of Vacancies
1
EEO Statement
North Central College is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to increasing the diversity of our workforce. North Central College provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. If you need reasonable accommodation, please notify the Office of Human Resource. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
Open Until Filled
Yes
Additional Information
The budgeted salary range for this position is $62,000 – $88,000. The pay offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors including (but not limited to) the selected candidate’s experience and qualifications, including equivalent years in rank, training, and field or discipline; internal equity; and external market pay for comparable jobs.
North Central College provides a comprehensive benefits package, which includes:
- All-inclusive medical, dental and vision group insurance
- Health and dependent care savings plans
- Employer-paid life and AD&D insurance
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions
- Employee assistance plan resources
