Part-Time Faculty: Biology - Fall

Overview

The Department of Biological Sciences in the College of Arts and Sciences seeks highly qualified applicants who are committed to excellence in teaching for part‑time faculty positions for Fall 2026 and Spring 2027. We are particularly interested in individuals with experience teaching Introductory Biology with applications to health sciences and nursing, sophomore‑level Human Anatomy and Physiology Lab, or graduate courses in the area of molecular and cell biology.

Possible openings include undergraduate sections of BIO 101, 102, 101L, 102L, and 104L as well as Human Anatomy and Physiology labs (BIO 211L, BIO 212L). Possible graduate courses include Molecular & Cell Biology Journal Club (BIO 550) or MCB electives. Undergraduate openings are in day and evening sections; graduate courses may be offered in person or online.

• Implement a common course syllabus, or develop and/or update a course syllabus, as applicable. Post the syllabus to Blackboard.
• Prepare lectures, projects, or other student assignments.
• Present instruction based on the competencies and performance levels of the course.
• Meet all scheduled classes at the times published in the course schedule.
• Be responsive to student needs, including holding at least one office hour per week per course.
• Notify your department chair or program director in advance and arrange for coverage in the unusual event that you cannot be present at a scheduled class.
• Check Quinnipiac email frequently to stay current with all communications.
• Complete mandatory training within the time frame identified as defined by Human Resources. Examples include Harassment & Discrimination, Data Security & Privacy, and Managing Bias.

• A minimum of an MS degree in Biology or a related field is required;
  PhD preferred.

• Relevant teaching experience at the undergraduate level is preferred.
• Evidence of recent effective teaching.
• Experience in the use of instructional technologies, especially Blackboard.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with individuals from varied backgrounds.

Quinnipiac University is considering only those applicants who have valid authorization to work in the United States. Quinnipiac University does not sponsor employment based visas for this position.

Quinnipiac University is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful community.