Adjunct Faculty - Biology Instructor

General Information & Responsibilities

Seeking adjunct instructors to teach courses in non-majors biology, human anatomy and physiology, and/or microbiology during both the regular academic year and the summer sessions in person at our Quad Cities Campus in Moline, IL.

Faculty member is expected to encourage learning by preparing appropriate syllabi; by developing lectures, discussions, and other presentations or activities to enhance the students educational experience; develops, and executes appropriate methods of evaluating students performance; develops, secures, and maintains the equipment and other instructional materials essential to the presentation of the classroom material.

Master's degree in the Biological Sciences required. Either research or field experience in biological sciences and experience teaching college-Adult level introductory biology courses preferred. Depending on the position being filled, background teaching specific subjects such as anatomy & physiology, microbiology, botany, or zoology may be required. Must possess demonstrated oral English proficiency for classroom instruction.

Any instructor hired at Black Hawk College will be required to submit official transcripts at his/her own expense. Transcripts, once submitted, become property of Black Hawk College.

Hours per week vary by course load, semester, and schedule.

Minimum starting pay for adjunct faculty (as of Fall 2024)

• Less Than a Master's Degree = $693.36 per equated hour
• Master's Degree = $808.92 per equated hour
• Doctorate = $866.70 per equated hour

Black Hawk College does not sponsor employment visas.

Black Hawk College is an AA/EEO employer.