Lecturer, Biology

Position Title & Department

Posting # 5632

The USD Biology Department seeks applications for a part-time instructor for the following courses for Fall 2026 (in‑person modality).

• BIOL 212 Human Anatomy & Physiology 1 – Meets weekly MWF 12:20 – 1:15 pm (lecture) and Thursdays 2:30 – 6:30 pm (lab).
• BIOL 240 Bioenergetics & Systems – Lecture meets weekly MWF 12:20 – 1:15 pm.
• BIOL 240L Bioenergetics & Systems Lab – Meets weekly Fridays 1:25 – 5:25 pm.
• BIOL 242 Genomes & Evolution – Lecture meets weekly TuTh 9:15 – 10:35 am.
• BIOL 309 Research Methods – Meets weekly Wednesdays 2:30 – 6:30 pm.

Lecture and lab courses carry a 3‑unit teach load each. Part‑time instructors are required to hold 1.5 hours of in‑person office hours per course taught. Part‑time instructors will not teach more than 6 units (faculty load) per semester.

This position is included in the Non‑tenure Track Bargaining Unit, and the successful applicant employee, subject to the terms of the College’s Collective Bargaining, will be a bargaining unit member and will be subject to the University’s Agreement with SEIU Local 721.

This is a part‑time temporary, non‑benefit‑based position with an anticipated end date of December 31, 2026. The appointment is renewable at the discretion of the University and dependent upon performance and continued funding.

Minimum Qualifications:

• A master's degree in biology or a closely related field.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A terminal degree in biology or a closely related field.

Preference will be given to applicants with teaching experience at the undergraduate level.

Background check: Successful completion of a pre‑employment background check.

Degree Verification Requirement: Persons offered employment in this position will be required to provide official education transcripts for degree verification purposes.

Compensation for this position will be paid on a bi‑weekly basis at a per‑unit rate of $2,581–$2,659, commensurate with qualifications.

The salary range provided in this posting reflects what we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Actual compensation offered or earned is dependent on experience, education and other factors including departmental budget.

July 02, 2026 Pacific Daylight Time

Applications close:
Open until filled

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