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La Salle University

Adjunct Faculty, Biology

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 2 weeks ago

Location: Philadelphia, PA (Onsite)

Last Updated: 5 days ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/2/2026

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What they do

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.

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Job Description

Department:

215110 - Biology and Integrated Science, Bus & Tech Position Summary La Salle University's Biology program has a need for a highly qualified adjunct faculty to teach a section of our first-year introductory course for our Biology majors titled

Scientific Discovery:

Phage Hunting . The course is a course-based undergraduate research experience (CURE), a semester-long project where students isolate and characterize phages they sample from the environment. The class also introduces students to biology and common biology-laboratory techniques and procedures. Information about the

SEAPHAGES

program can be found at https://seaphages.

org/ and https:

//discoveryguide.seaphages.org/ . The course is an integrated laboratory and lecture, and the ideal instructor would have experience in common cell and microbiology laboratory procedures and techniques. The course is scheduled on Tuesday and Thursday from 2:00 pm - 4:45 pm, starting 8/31/2026-12/11/2026 (final exams through 12/18/2026). Essential Duties

Teach assigned course(s).
Prepare course materials consistent with departmental learning objectives.
Provide timely grading and feedback to students.
Provide guidance and support to students.

Required Qualifications Master's or PhD degree in a biology, or related field. A Master's or terminal degree in related degree in a field related to biology (MD, DO, etc) will also be considered. Proficiency in biology and microbiology laboratory techniques. Knowledge and commitment to the mission of La Salle University. Preferred Qualifications Experience or desire for teaching introductory biology courses, particularly at the college-level. Knowledge or experience teaching in biology, microbiology, cell biology, or related field. Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Work Hours The job requires the ability to teach lecture or lab courses.. The job requires movement around the classroom or laboratory. Special Instructions to Applicant La Salle University is dedicated to fostering a welcoming and respectful environment where all individuals can thrive. We seek candidates who will contribute to a positive, inclusive, and supportive community, and who are committed to working collaboratively with students, fostering critical thinking, supporting their success, and helping them realize their full potential. This is a pooled position from which Adjunct Instructors will be selected when/if a need arises in the department. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted directly. These pools are closed down annually during the summer and you will receive notification that a refreshed application is needed for you to continue to be considered.