Instructor, Biological Sciences; Part-time, non-tenure track, POOL

Instructor, Biological Sciences (Part-time, non-tenure track, POOL POSTING)

We are accepting resumes/CVs for potential openings in the Biological Sciences department for the academic year . Applications to this pool will be considered to fill part-time, non-tenure track, non‑benefits eligible instructor positions at the Athens campus. The need for these positions is undetermined at this time and is dependent on operational need including enrollment and staffing. If a need arises, the department will select candidates from this posting.

Applications will be accepted into the pool on an ongoing basis through March 28, 2026.

Please complete the online application and upload a current CV, letter of interest, list of three professional references, and evidence of teaching effectiveness, if available. Evidence of teaching effectiveness should be combined as one document and uploaded under the document type of "Other".

This position is eligible for the following benefits: sick leave and retirement.

The ideal candidate will have a record of outstanding undergraduate teaching, especially in the planning and delivery of introductory biology lecture courses, as demonstrated by assessments of teaching effectiveness, participation in professional development programs on teaching practices, and experience with innovative practices in instructional design and technology. Previous experience teaching and coordinating online programs is a plus but not required.

• Master's degree in biology or a related field by the time of appointment.
• A demonstrated commitment to outstanding undergraduate education.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, in English, at a native or near‑native level.

• PhD in biology or another closely related field.
• Experience in online teaching and technology.
• Experience in training and mentoring graduate and undergraduate teaching assistants.

Pay is set according to college approved rates. Please visit the A&S Summer and Overload Course Policy page for more information. Pay is accompanied by an excellent retirement plan and paid time off. Ohio University also offers wellness programs, on‑site wellness facilities, and a generous employee assistance program. Additional information is available at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

• Employment Type:
  
  Part‑time (temporary for group 3 only).
• Work Schedule:
  
  Variable month‑by‑month.
• Campus:
  Athens, Ohio.

• Entry level

• Science

Applicants may contact Joey Pierce at piercej or call 740‑593‑4565 if they have questions about this position.

Ohio University is proud of its rich history and as part of our ongoing efforts to provide and support a transformative learning experience, we affirm our commitment to fostering a welcoming and respectful workforce and community. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration free from discrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military service or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, status as a parent or foster parent, or any other bases under the law.

Ohio University is an equal access/equal opportunity employer.