Instructor (Marine Biology - 0084043T)

University of Hawaii System • Honolulu, HI

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About The Position

The School of Life Sciences (SoLS), College of Natural Sciences, University of Hawai'i at Manoa (Honolulu, Hawai'i) invites applicants for the position of Instructor in the Marine Biology undergraduate program. With over 600 students, Marine Biology is one of the largest majors at UHM. This is a temporary, non-tenure track, full-time, 9-month, faculty appointment, to begin January 2, 2026, subject to position clearance, availability of funds, and program needs. Review of applications will begin on May 01, 2025 and will continue until the position is filled. The University of Hawai'i at Manoa (UHM) is a Native Hawaiian place of learning and a Carnegie Research 1 University with a strong emphasis on research and undergraduate and graduate education. Our vision is to be locally and globally recognized as a premier student-centered and community-serving university.

Requirements

• A Master's degree in Marine Biology, or related discipline, from a college or university of recognized standing, with the major work in the field in which the instructional assignment is made or duties performed.
• Evidence of ability to teach effectively and to direct group discussions.
• Professionalism in meeting and conferring with others.

Nice To Haves

• Ph.D. in Marine Biology, or related discipline, (or closely related discipline).
• A proven track record of effective course instruction in lower and upper-division marine biology courses at the university level.
• Experience teaching high enrollment (>60) lecture courses with multiple lab sections.
• Experience teaching students of varied backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Teaching 12-credits (or equivalent) per semester, including Biology of the Invertebrates (BIOL 485+485L), Marine Ecology and Evolution (BIOL 301+301L), Advanced Topics in Marine Biology (BIOL 404) and other undergraduate classes in the Marine Biology program.
• Participate in SoLS committees and events as appropriate.
• Perform related tasks as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Master's degree