What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adjunct - Biological Sciences position at St. Mary's University?
St. Mary's University of San Antonio, a private, Catholic and Marianist university invites applications for renewable, adjunct instructor (term) positions in the Department of Biological Sciences beginning August 2026. We are seeking life scientists with teaching expertise at the university level to teach in one or more of the following areas: Anatomy and Physiology I & II lectures and labs for primarily nursing and exercise & sports science majors, General Biology I & II for majors, Microbiology for the Health Professions, and other courses as needed.
Qualifications:
- MS in Biological Sciences or related life science discipline (PhD preferred)
- Experience teaching undergraduates at the university level
- Ability to engage students using best-practice pedagogy
Responsibilities:
- Teach one or two sections (lectures and labs) per semester (term) in biological sciences as assigned by the chair
- Contribute to the University's Marianist educational mission (https://marianistuniversities.org/)
About the Department
The Department of Biological Sciences (https://www.stmarytx.edu/academics/department/biology/) currently employs 14 full-time faculty and serves ~230 undergraduate majors. Class sizes in the department are small with an average student-faculty ratio of 17:1. The department is active in research and opportunities for collaborations and professional development are abundant. Faculty are invested in positively impacting students' lives through strong mentorship, exemplary teaching and commitment to community and industry engagement.
About the University
St. Mary's University, as a Catholic Marianist University, fosters the formation of people in faith and educates leaders for the common good through community, integrated liberal arts and professional education, and academic excellence: www.stmarytx.edu/about. St. Mary's is the oldest Catholic university in the Southwest and continues to advocate the Marianist mission. St. Mary's enrolls approximately 3500 students in a diverse university with four schools, more than 40 academic programs including Ph.D. and J.D. programs, and numerous pre-professional programs. The successful candidate is expected to support and contribute to the University's Marianist educational mission.
About San Antonio
San Antonio, the 6th largest city in the nation, is located in south-central Texas and is one of the top ten fastest-growing cities in the country with the San Antonio-Austin corridor described as the "New Major Metropolis" by major news media. With around 1.5 million residents, it has experienced extensive growth in population, economic development and workforce development. San Antonio (https://www.sanantonio.gov) is home to The Alamo and other Spanish missions, the famous River Walk lined with cafes and shops, the Tower of the Americas which overlooks the city, and many other cultural and artistic attractions.
To apply:
For more information, visit the university web site at www.stmarytx.edu or contact Dr. Veronica Contreras-Shannon, Chair of the Department of Biological Sciences, vcontrerasshann2@stmarytx.edu or 210-431-4324. Applicants should electronically submit the employment application available at http://stmarytx.applicantpro.com/jobs/. Along with the employment application, please also submit a curriculum vita. Additional information will be requested if hired.
Electronic submission of applications and all other materials is strongly encouraged. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Review of applications will begin during the Spring 2026 semester, and will continue on a rolling basis. Any offer of employment for an adjunct position is contingent upon successful completion of a clear background check.
St. Mary's University is a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Equal Opportunity Employer.