Adjunct Faculty-Biology

Virginia Wesleyan University • Virginia Beach, VA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a part-time position teaching lecture and laboratory sections for multiple classes during the 2026-2027 academic year at Virginia Wesleyan University (soon to be Batten University). The courses include: BIO 100 Introductory Biology for nonmajors, BIO 201 Microbiology for Health Sciences, BIO 221 Human Anatomy and Physiology I, and BIO 222 Human Anatomy and Physiology II. The adjunct instructor will teach in person during the day or early evening. Preference will be given to candidates with a Ph.D. and demonstrated experience in teaching college-level biology, although candidates with an M.S. or 18 graduate semester hours in Biology will be considered. Interested candidates should send their resume/CV to the Department Chair, Dr. Eric Johnson at [email protected]. Review of applications will begin immediately.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Biology or M.S. with 18 graduate hours in Biology
• Willingness to learn and use Blackboard, the University Learning Management System.
• Strong communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Teaching experience is preferred

Responsibilities

• Prepare syllabi that meet the VWU syllabus guidelines and provide these to students on the first day of class. Syllabi should also be provided to department chairs.
• Be on time and prepared for class sessions and grade, provide feedback, and return assignments within a reasonable time period.
• Communicate with students via office hours and email.
• Submit mid-term reports, final grades, and C- reports per guidelines provided by the University Registrar.
• Comply with FERPA regulations.
• Coordinate with Campus support services as needed to support students.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree