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.
College of Science and Health Position Description:
The Department of Biological Sciences within the College of Science and Health at DePaul University invites expressions of interest in part-time faculty teaching opportunities for the 2026 - 2027Academic Year. Applicants interested in teaching in any of the areas specified in the posting are invited to apply, and those with qualifications matching department's scheduling needs will be contacted for an interview. This posting applies to the following sub-disciplines: Biostatistics Cellular and Molecular Biology Ecology and Evolutionary Biology Genetics Microbiology and/or
The successful candidate will be broadly trained in the Biological Sciences with a strong commitment to undergraduate education. Graduate degree in Biological Sciences or related field. Teaching experience as the primary instructor for collegiate level courses preferred.
Application Instructions:
Considerations:
Exceptions to standard rates may apply to courses with unique credit hours, supervision, labs, clinical/practicum courses, coaching, administrative tasks, and courses that are either over-enroled or under-enrolled.
General Compensation/Benefits Statement:
DePaul University has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the qualifications, education, experience, and training of the selected candidate, the scope and responsibilities of the position, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information. DePaul University offers a variety of benefit options for qualified part-time employees. Further information regarding benefits can be found here: https://offices.depaul.edu/human-resources/benefits/part-time/Pages/default.aspx
About DePaul University's Academic Calendar:
Except for the College of Law, DePaul University operates on a quarter system. Classes in Autumn, Winter, and Spring quarters are 11 weeks in length (including finals week) and Summer courses, in two sessions, are typically 5 weeks in length. The College of Law operates on the semester system. Classes in the Fall and Spring semesters are 16 weeks in length (including finals week) and it offers a Summer Session of 7 weeks (including final exams).
Close Date:
Jun 30, 2027
Salary Information:
The anticipated hiring rate of this position is between $4,200 and $5,600 per course, commensurate with qualifications and experience. Applicant Documents C.V.(1) Cover Letter(1)
