Biology Adjunct Instructor

Concordia University, Nebraska, an institution of The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod, believes, teaches, and confesses that the Holy Scriptures are the inspired, inerrant, and infallible Word of God. As people called by the Holy Spirit through the Gospel to saving faith in Christ Jesus, the Word of God guides all we do in leading, teaching, and learning. Concordia equips students for lives of learning, service, and leadership in the home, church, and world.

Come and belong…join our team of passionate service leaders!

• Teach courses in biology based on expertise and the needs of the department. A wide variety of courses are available depending on instructor experience, including: Principles of Biology for nonmajors, Human Anatomy for Nonmajors, Nutrition, Midwest Floral Identification, Developmental Biology, Conservation Biology, Botany, Zoology.
• In collaboration with the department chair, maintain the integrity of the curriculum.
• Facilitate the course content in accordance with the stated objectives.
• Maintain high standards of excellence in face-to-face formats.
• Serve as a role model for students in professional interactions.
• Facilitate individual and group learning goals.
• Demonstrate competency of theoretical knowledge in area(s) of expertise.
• Use appropriate teaching models to enhance student learning.
• Assess, evaluate, and monitor student progress.
• Provide timely feedback to students.
• Record and maintain accurate class records.
• Participate in course content meetings as available.
• Provide the department chair with on-going data related to student performance.
• Demonstrate behaviors consistent with a practicing professional.

• Possess ability to establish working relationships with students, peers, faculty members, the administrative team, and the community.
• Successful and innovative teaching experience.
• Ability to use technology to support all aspects of teaching.
• A candidate who is an active Christian is required. Preference may be given to members of the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod.

• Earned master’s degree in biology or a closely related field.
• College-level teaching experience preferred.
• Professional experience in subject area preferred.

• Courses will be taught during the Fall 2025 and/or Spring 2026 semesters. Contract may be renewed for future academic years/terms.
• All courses include lecture 2-3 hours per week (depending on the course). Many courses also include a 1-3 hour lab once a week.
• Additional time per week for class and lab preparation, grading, and student questions is expected.

• Complete an application.
• Attach a curriculum vitae/resume.
• Attach a brief statement of educational philosophy.
• Attach copies of academic transcripts for degrees received. Upon hire, official transcripts will be required.