Adjunct Lecturer - Biological Sciences, Fall 2025 semester

Benedictine University • Lisle, IL

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About The Position

Benedictine University is an inclusive academic community, inspired by the Catholic intellectual tradition and Benedictine values. We seek employees who will contribute to the advancement of our mission by helping students shape lives of meaning and purpose as engaged citizens who care for the Earth, welcome people of diverse faiths and cultures, and promote the common good. Position: Adjunct Lecturer - Biological Sciences, Fall 2025 semester Department: Biological Sciences Brief overview of duties: We are currently seeking several adjunct faculty to teach Fall 2025 classes in the Department of Biological Sciences. We seek faculty to teach in the following sub-disciplinary areas: Anatomy and physiology Ecology Genetics Introductory biology lectures and labs Microbiology Adjunct faculty teach undergraduate and graduate courses on our campuses in Lisle, IL, Mesa, AZ, and online. Application Process: Please submit a cover letter addressing your qualifications, and a Curriculum Vitae including three professional references. Candidates who are offered an adjunct faculty position at Benedictine University must present their Official Transcripts and Curriculum Vitae (CV) in order to be considered for the position. These items must be presented to Human Resources before the position starts. Questions for Biology and Sports & Exercise Science positions: [email protected] Physical Requirements: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to touch, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. This position requires the ability to occasionally lift office products and supplies, up to 20 pounds. Use of computer screen, phone and customer service. May require bending, or sitting for long periods of time. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. The following of campus specific guidelines for pandemic protocols is required. Training: As a University employee you are required to complete all University-specific and/or OSHA related training to fulfill your job duties. Specific training will be conducted online or in person. Employees must complete all training required by Benedictine University. Part-Time Employee Benefits Package: We are pleased to offer the following benefits to support your health, well-being, and professional growth. Please note that benefits are subject to change: Paid Time Off (PTO): Paid Leave in accordance with State Law where applicable (IL - Paid Leave Act and AZ - Earned Paid Sick Time). Retirement Plans: Save for your future with our retirement Supplemental Retirement Savings. Mental Health Support: Access to counseling and resources for mental well-being. Employee Assistance Programs (EAP): Confidential support for personal or work-related challenges. Benedictine University does not discriminate in its admissions or educational policies, programs or activities; scholarship and loan programs; athletic and other University administered programs or employment practices on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, military or veteran status, marital status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. The laws applicable to Benedictine University include constitutional and statutory protections of the University's rights as a religiously sponsored institution. This policy of equal employment opportunity applies to all employment and personnel practices including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, promotion, training and compensation. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. The following of campus specific guidelines for pandemic protocols are required. Benedictine University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

• Doctoral or Master's degree and experience in relevant area required.
• Candidates who are offered an adjunct faculty position at Benedictine University must present their Official Transcripts and Curriculum Vitae (CV) in order to be considered for the position.
• These items must be presented to Human Resources before the position starts.
• The following of campus specific guidelines for pandemic protocols is required.
• As a University employee you are required to complete all University-specific and/or OSHA related training to fulfill your job duties.
• Employees must complete all training required by Benedictine University.
• all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses on our campuses in Lisle, IL, Mesa, AZ, and online.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO): Paid Leave in accordance with State Law where applicable (IL - Paid Leave Act and AZ - Earned Paid Sick Time).
• Retirement Plans: Save for your future with our retirement Supplemental Retirement Savings.
• Mental Health Support: Access to counseling and resources for mental well-being.
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP): Confidential support for personal or work-related challenges.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Industry: Educational Services
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees