Adjunct Instructor; Vertebrate Zoology BIOL322 - Spring Semester 2027
About The Position
Minnesota State University Moorhead seeks an Adjunct Instructor to support the School of Science’s mission by teaching biology courses to majors and nonmajors. This Spring Semester 2027 assignment covers the lecture and laboratory components of BIOL 322 and BIOL 322L, Vertebrate Zoology, totaling up to 6 credits. The instructor will engage and communicate effectively with students and work with Learning Assistants to help students complete laboratory activities and reports. The salary range is $1,888 per credit, and salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications, subject to the applicable bargaining agreement or personnel plan. The position is covered by the Inter Faculty Organization collective bargaining agreement. The successful candidate must be legally able to work in the United States by the first day of employment; H-1B sponsorship is unavailable. Official transcripts from all degree-granting institutions must be provided to Human Resources before the first duty day. A complete application includes a cover letter, CV or resume, and unofficial transcripts from all degree-granting institutions.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in Biology, Environmental Sciences, Ecology, or a related field.
- Prior undergraduate teaching experience in Biology.
- Effective oral and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated commitment to fostering a supportive learning environment for undergraduate learners with diverse backgrounds and levels of prior experience and knowledge.
- Must be legally able to accept employment in the United States by the day employment begins.
- Provide official transcripts from all degree-granting institutions to the Office of Human Resources before the first duty day.
Nice To Haves
- Doctorate degree in Biology or a related field.
- Evidence of successful teaching in Biology.
Responsibilities
- Teach BIOL 322 and BIOL 322L: Vertebrate Zoology lecture and lab.
- Effectively engage and communicate with students in the course.
- Work with Learning Assistants to help students successfully complete labs and lab reports.
Benefits
- Low-cost medical and dental insurance with affordable deductibles.
- Employer-paid life insurance.
- Short- and long-term disability coverage.
- Pre-tax healthcare and dependent care accounts with a rollover option.
- Confidential Employee Assistance Program for mental health, legal, and financial counseling.
- 12 paid holidays.
- Vacation and sick time.
- Six weeks of Paid Parental Leave.
- Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement accounts, and various investment options.
- Professional development.
- Tuition waivers for employees and their dependents.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
