Adjunct Faculty for Biology
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Moravian University
Bethlehem, PA, US
Summary
The adjunct faculty member will teach introductory, elective, or microbiology biology courses including both lectures and labs. They are responsible for delivering course content according to catalog descriptions while utilizing student-centered and inquiry-based pedagogies.
Job Description
CLASSIFICATION: Adjunct Faculty
DEPARTMENT: Biological Sciences
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Chair of the Department of Biological Sciences
POSITION SUMMARY: The Department of Biological Sciences at Moravian University invites applications for an adjunct (part-time) faculty pool. Our need for part-time instructors varies semester to semester. When a position becomes available, we will invite qualified applicants from this pool to interview and/or submit additional information. We occasionally have the following teaching needs:
- A 100-level introductory biology course (lecture and/or lab)
- A 200- or 300-level biology elective (lecture and lab) in an area of the applicant’s expertise
- A 200-level microbiology lecture and /or lab
- A 300-level writing-intensive seminar in an area of the applicant’s expertise
Teaching will be fully in-person on our main (North) campus in Bethlehem, PA.
The Department of Biological Sciences values active, student-centered approaches to learning as well as inquiry-based labs that teach authentic skills. We invite applications from colleagues who share these goals.To learn more about the Department of Biological Sciences at Moravian University, please visit: https://www.moravian.edu/biology/program
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Teach courses as assigned which correlate with the catalog descriptions and course outlines, in a manner designed to assist the student in achieving the specific objectives of the course.
- Commitment to teaching at the university level using best practices and pedagogies
- Commitment to the University’s values and mission
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum: MS in biology or a broadly related biological science
- Preferred: PhD (or ABD) in biology or a broadly related biological science with successful teaching experience beyond the TA level
TO APPLY: Qualified candidates should attach the following to their online application by clicking “Apply Now.”
- Letter of interest and qualifications (1 page maximum)
- Teaching philosophy (1 page maximum)
- Curriculum vitae
- Contact information for three references, including title, email address, phone number, and relationship to the candidate
Please follow the instructions to submit your application materials through the Moravian University employment application website. Materials MUST be submitted through the online process.
Review of applications will take place when a position becomes available and will continue until the position is filled. All positions are subject to budget availability.
Moravian University is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.
Moravian University’s mission is to prepare individuals for reflective lives and leadership in a world of change. In support of this mission, we are dedicated to fostering an educational and professional environment that is enriched by individuals of varied backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
As part of Moravian University’s institutional values, all employees contribute to upholding our Community Standards and Expectations, which emphasize respectful engagement, accountability, inclusion, and lifelong learning.
Moravian University is an equal opportunity employer and does not tolerate discrimination, harassment or retaliation against any applicant for employment or admission on the basis of a characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Please see Moravian University’s Equal Opportunity and Title IX nondiscrimination statement for additional information.
Please visit moravian.edu/benefits to review benefits offered at Moravian University*
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this job.
The individual is routinely exposed to indoor conditions, minimum outdoor weather and temperature extremes, and moderate noise level.
We welcome applicants of all abilities and are dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment. If you need any accommodations during the hiring process or in your role, we encourage you to reach out to Human Resources at [email protected] or 610.861.1527. View the standard physical demands for positions at Moravian University.
The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job.
*Please visit this link to review the benefit eligibility status associated with this position.
Moravian University offers students a private education they will not find anywhere else: personal attention and preparation for life with a record of success longer than our nation's history. Located in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania and offering undergraduate and graduate degrees that blend liberal arts with professional programs, Moravian University has been preparing students for reflective lives, fulfilling careers, and transformative leadership in a world of change since 1742. Moravian University is a member of The New American Colleges and Universities (NAC&U), a national consortium of selective, small to mid-size independent colleges and universities dedicated to the purposeful integration of liberal education, professional studies, and civic engagement. Visit moravian.edu to learn more about how the Moravian University focus on education for all prepares its students for life-long success.
Moravian University is an equal opportunity employer valuing diversity and encouraging individuals from under-represented populations to apply.
