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Prairie State College

Adjunct Professor, Biology

Pay: $934.98/hr

Posted: 6 days ago

Location: Chicago Heights, IL (Onsite)

Last Updated: 5 days ago

Hours: Part-Time

Expires: 10/2/2026

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A Biology Professor teaches foundational biology ideas, truths, and methods to students through a combination of classroom instruction, lab experience, and assignments at colleges, trade schools or other institutes. May assist or lead in the creation of the biology curriculum to be taught. In addition to instruction, they may assist or lead in research initiatives relating to their field.

$98,030 / year median in Illinois

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Job Description

Posting Number:

Fac0441

P 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. 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.

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 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.