Instructor or Senior Instructor, Biology Department

Description

The Department of Biology at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio invites applications for a full-time faculty position at the rank of Instructor or Senior Instructor. We are seeking an applicant to teach an introductory lecture course in development and physiology (approximate enrollment 300 students) and upper-level lecture and laboratory classes. Topics of the upper level courses may include human anatomy and physiology, developmental biology, and related disciplines, as well as undergraduate research-based laboratories in their area of expertise.

Opportunities are available to teach laboratory courses in the Course-Based Undergraduate Research Experience (CURE) format. The candidate would teach two course-equivalents per semester. The instructor will also advise undergraduate major and pre-major advisees. In addition to teaching, the instructor will contribute to service at the Department, College, and/or University levels.

Case Western Reserve University and the Department of Biology promote and support innovative pedagogy and professional development. Collegial faculty and staff work collaboratively within the department and throughout the university to support student success. A number of resources, including seminars, workshops, and grants for course development and professional advancement are available from the University Center for Innovation in Teaching and Education (UCITE).

The University Technology (UTech) office, the CWRU library system, and faculty mentoring are also available to support pedagogical development and implementation of new teaching technologies/strategies.

The annual starting base salary range for this position is from $71,000 - $90,000. 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.

Minimum requirements include a Ph.D. and prior experience as a faculty instructor of college-level lecture and/or laboratory courses.

A complete application should include the following materials:

• 1. Letter of Application
• 2. Curriculum Vitae that includes complete list of courses taught as faculty instructor of record with title and enrollments
• 3. Statement of teaching experience and philosophy
• 4. Teaching evaluations from courses taught as a faculty member over the previous three years.
• 5. Three (3) confidential Letters of Recommendation

Candidates can apply to this position via Interfolio. Applications should be received by March 11, 2026 to receive full consideration.

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. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the Office of Equity by phone at  or by email erminations as to granting reasonable accommodations for any applicant will be made on a case-by-case basis.