Annual Adjunct, Asst Professor, Biological Sciences, College of Arts and Science

Job Overview

Annual adjunct faculty must be able to teach Anatomy & Physiology I and/or II lab sections. These courses are aimed at undergraduate students studying nursing, dental hygiene, pre-health professions, and allied health students.

Annual adjunct faculty members will be expected to (1) use our course management system (Canvas) and any textbook-specific systems, (2) attend weekly content-related meetings, (3) teach 8 lab sections per week/2 hours per section/semester, (4) and assist in lab preparation as needed. This appointment involves teaching two semesters (fall and spring) per year.

All classes may be offered day or evening. This position is not eligible for visa or green card sponsorship.

• Teach assigned undergraduate coursework in Anatomy and Physiology.
• Utilize best teaching practice, and continually evaluate student coursework.
• Engage in other pedagogical and organizational activities in support of the Anatomy and Physiology program.
• Review and respond in a timely manner to all University-related and student communications.
• Additional service duties will be assigned by the program and/or department head, in accordance with departmental needs.

Academic degree in an appropriate discipline and prior teaching experience.

Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to present complex material to students unfamiliar with a subject. Must have outstanding writing skills to present research in written format. Ability to work and collaborate with individuals from a variety of backgrounds.

• At least one (1) year of teaching experience, particularly in a college setting.
• Minimum of a Master's degree in Biological Sciences or related field (General Biology, Physiology, Zoology) or a Master's degree in Education with an undergraduate degree in a Biological Sciences field.

Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.

• Comprehensive tuition remission for employee and eligible dependents covering nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs.
• Robust retirement plans:
  State pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP) with UC contributing 14–18% of salary.
• Generous time‑off policy including vacation and sick time, 11 paid holidays, additional end‑of‑year paid time off, and 6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents.
• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription).
• Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs.
• Professional development & mentorship opportunities.

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All faculty hires will be required to submit official academic transcripts at the time of hire.

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