Adjunct Instructor General Biology Lecture

Job Title

Adjunct Professor for General Biology Lecture

NSMC

C. Pappas, Chair

6/25/2026

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The adjunct will teach the course BIO
1001:
Principles of Biology Lecture. The course is described as the following:

BIO
1001:
The first part of a two-semester lecture sequence, this course stresses the major biological principles and concepts that serve as the foundation for study in the biological and health-related fields. The first semester includes topics such as the chemistry of biological systems, cell and historical organization, membrane transport, and metabolism/cellular respiration. The BIO.
1001‑1002 sequence is strongly recommended; however, students may take BIO.
1002 before BIO.
1001.

The courses will be run fully in person.

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• Teach the course BIO
  1001. Lecture includes 2 lectures per week (1 hour and 20 minutes/ lecture session).
• Days and times of available lectures are TBD with chair and hire.
• Use Brightspace as a digital learning platform for course materials and grading.
• Hold 3 office hours per week.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Education:

M.S., Ph.D., M.D., D.O., post‑docs, or experienced academicians with a strong background in a related discipline (e.g.—biology)

Experience:

Experience with teaching undergraduates preferred

• Prolonged periods of standing and walking around a classroom
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

The salary for this position is dependent upon the adjunct union contract.

• 2 lectures per week (1 hour and 20 minutes/ lecture session), as well as 3 office hours per week.

In person (Manhattanville Campus)

Housing is not provided.

Manhattanville University also offers a highly competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including tuition remission. For more information regarding benefits, please visit our benefits page:
Manhattanville Benefits

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of their employment.

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