Adjunct Biology Faculty - Introductory Molecular Biology

Position Summary

The Adjunct Biology Professor will teach Introductory Molecular Biology lecture and/or lab for undergraduate students. The instructor is responsible for providing high-quality, engaging lab instruction that promotes scientific inquiry, critical thinking, and practical laboratory skills.

• Instruct and supervise students in biology lecture and/or lab sessions according to established course objectives and departmental standards.
• Develop and deliver introductory molecular biology course instruction including syllabi, lecture materials, assignments and assessments.
• Emphasize proper laboratory techniques, safety protocols, and the scientific method.
• Assess student lab performance through lab assignments, practical exams, and participation.
• Maintain accurate records of attendance, grades, and student progress.
• Collaborate with full-time faculty to ensure consistency and alignment of lab content with lecture courses.
• Provide timely and constructive feedback to students.
• Maintain compliance with all institutional, departmental, and safety policies.

Provide effective and engaging lecture and/or laboratory instruction that supports student learning of fundamental biological concepts and helps students develop essential scientific reasoning skills.

• Instruct and supervise students in biology lecture and/or lab sessions according to established course objectives and departmental standards.
• Develop and deliver introductory molecular biology course instruction including syllabi, lecture materials, assignments and assessments.
• Emphasize proper laboratory techniques, safety protocols, and the scientific method.
• Assess student lab performance through lab assignments, practical exams, and participation.
• Maintain accurate records of attendance, grades, and student progress.
• Collaborate with full-time faculty to ensure consistency and alignment of lab content with lecture courses.
• Provide timely and constructive feedback to students.
• Maintain compliance with all institutional, departmental, and safety policies.

• Master’s degree or higher in Biology or a closely related field.
• Experience teaching or assisting in college-level biology labs preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of laboratory techniques, safety, and biological principles.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

• Demonstrated knowledge of laboratory techniques, safety, and biological principles.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment.