Adjunct Instructor

Position Overview

Position Title

Adjunct Instructor - Biology

Department

Biology and Integrated Science, Bus & Tech

Position Description/Posting Details

Posting Number

A0189P

Position Summary

La Salle University's Natural Sciences department has an ongoing need for highly qualified adjunct faculty to teach introductory biology and microbiology lecture and laboratory classes for first-year biology, nursing, and pre-health majors. These courses are generally offered in-person during general work hours.

For more information about the Biology department, please visit

Essential Duties

• Teach assigned course(s).
• Prepare course materials consistent with departmental learning objectives.
• Provide timely grading and feedback to students.
• Provide guidance and support to students.

Required Qualifications

• An "all but dissertation" progress toward a PhD in a field of biology or a masters degree in a field of biology.

Preferred Qualifications

• A PhD, MD, or terminal degree in a biology or health-related field.
• Experience or desire for teaching introductory biology courses at the college or high school levels.

Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Work Hours

• The job requires the ability to teach lecture or lab sections of microbiology.
• The job requires movement around the classroom or laboratory.

Special Instructions to Applicant

In your cover letter, please describe your biology teaching experience and/or qualifications for teaching biology. Please provide 2-3 professional references in your application, including a previous supervisor.

La Salle University is dedicated to fostering a welcoming and respectful environment where all individuals can thrive. We seek candidates who will contribute to a positive, inclusive, and supportive community, and who are committed to working collaboratively with students, fostering critical thinking, supporting their success, and helping them realize their full potential.

This is a pooled position from which Adjunct Instructors will be selected when/if a need arises in the department. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted directly. These pools are closed down annually during the summer and you will receive notification that a refreshed application is needed for you to continue to be considered.

Compensation Information

Position Classification

Part-Time, Semesterly Basis

FLSA Classification

Exempt

Pay Basis

Salary

Position Group

Faculty

Posting Information

Application Open Date

11/24/2025

Application Close Date

Application Open To

Internal and External Applicants