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Posting Details
Posting Details
Posting Number
Fac0441P
Classification
Adjunct
Position Number
Position Title
Adjunct Professor, Biology
Position Type
Adjunct Faculty
Status of Position
Adjunct Faculty
Union
Adjunct
Position Summary
Prairie State College seeks to fill positions for Summer 2026 First 5-week session begins the week of May 26 and ends June 25. Second 5-week session begins the week of June 29 and ends July 30. Eight-week session begins the week of June 8 and ends July 30. Please indicate the course(s) that you are interested in teaching within your cover letter. Teaching positions are in-person on the main campus. BIO 111 (Cell & Molecular Biology) – 4 credit hours, 16-week course Course Description: This is a course designed for science and health majors. It provides an introduction to biochemistry, molecular genetics, cell structure, cell function, cellular process, and cell division. This course also includes an introduction to Mendelian inheritance and gene activity BIO 221 (Human Anatomy & Physiology I) – 4 credit hours, 16-week course Course Description: This is part I of a two-semester sequence of study concerning anatomy and physiology of the human body. Part I includes the study of basic principles of chemistry, cell biology, cellular metabolism, and tissue histology. It also covers the integumentary system, skeletal system, muscle system, and the nervous system. BIO 222 (Human Anatomy & Physiology II) – 4 credit hours, 16-week course Course Description: This is part II of a two-semester sequence of study on the anatomy and physiology of the human body. It also covers senses, endocrine system, digestive tract, nutrition, metabolism, respiratory system, cardiovascular system, lymphatic system, urinary system, water and electrolyte balance, reproductive system, human growth and development, and human genetics.
Reporting Relationship
Essential Responsibilities
Other Duties and Responsibilities
Working Conditions/Physical Requirements
Minimum Qualifications
Master of Science with minimum of 18 graduate credit hours in biology or closely related area.
Experience in teaching in the above listed area at the college level.
Experience in conducting biology lab activities in the above listed area at college.
Excellent communication skills.
Experience using an LMS.
Preferred Qualifications
PhD. in Biology or closely related area.
Online teaching certification.
Anticipated Work Hours and Days
Salary
Adjunct faculty members at PSC are paid by the number of hours they are in the classroom (contact hours). Pay Schedule for new adjunct faculty: $934.98 per credit hour
Benefits
N/A
Posting Date
01/30/2026
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
All applications must be submitted electronically on the website.
Please note in your cover letter which course(s) you are available to teach.
Teaching positions are in-person on the main campus.
Please note in your cover letter which course(s) you are available to teach.
Teaching positions are in-person on the main campus.
Salary : $935