What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adunct Instructor - Biology position at La Salle University?
Position Overview
Position Title
Adunct Instructor - Biology
Department
215110 - 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 https://www.lasalle.edu/biology
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.
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.
HR/Comp
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