Adjunct Instructor; Cell Biology 111 Lab - Spring Semester 2027

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities•Moorhead, MN

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Minnesota State University Moorhead’s School of Science is hiring an Adjunct Instructor to teach Cell Biology 111 laboratory sections during the Spring 2027 semester. The assignment includes teaching up to two BIOL 111L laboratory sections, totaling up to six credits. The instructor will engage and communicate effectively with students and work with Learning Assistants to support students in completing laboratory activities and reports. The listed work shift is Wednesday from 3:00 p.m. to 5:50 p.m., plus one student-support hour. Telework is not available. The position is part-time and fixed-term, with a desired start date of January 6, 2027, and an end date of May 12, 2027. Compensation is $1,888 per credit; salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications and subject to the applicable bargaining agreement or personnel plan. The successful candidate must be legally able to accept employment in the United States by the first day of employment; the university cannot offer H-1B sponsorship at this time. Official transcripts from all degree-granting institutions must be submitted to Human Resources before the first duty day. Employment is covered by the Inter Faculty Organization collective bargaining agreement. Applicants must submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae or résumé, and unofficial transcripts from all degree-granting institutions.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Biology, Cell Physiology, 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 previous experience and knowledge.
Must be able to lawfully 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 prior to the first duty day.
Submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae or résumé, and unofficial transcripts from all degree-granting institutions with the online application.

Nice To Haves

Doctorate degree in Biology or a related field.
Evidence of successful teaching in Biology.

Responsibilities

Teach up to two BIOL 111L Cell Biology laboratory sections.
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 investment options.
Professional development.
Tuition waivers for the employee and dependents. Benefit eligibility and coverage levels may vary by position type, employee classification, and collective bargaining agreement.