Lecturer - part-time
About The Position
The Department of Plant and Microbial Biology, part of the College of Biological Sciences, is accepting applications for a teaching position in Spring 2026. Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to teaching graduate and undergraduate level courses for students pursuing baccalaureate and advanced degrees. This is a temporary, non-tenured, Academic Professional and Administrative (P&A) position as Lecturer, paid on a per course basis. Typically these appointments are made semester by semester and employment is contingent on the course meeting its enrollment target.
Requirements
- PhD in field relevant to the teaching assignment required for appointment as Lecturer
- Demonstrated ability to teach course material in program area
- Professional and/or teaching experience related to assigned instructional responsibilities
- Evidence of attention to diverse identities in teaching or professional experience, and the commitment to support the University's work in diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Nice To Haves
- Demonstrated commitment to advocating for an inclusive environment for all backgrounds and identities.
- Capacity to work cooperatively with others within the department, college and university
- Strong record of teaching and service in a university setting
- Strong understanding of curriculum concepts and processes
- Strong understanding of teacher training in clinical settings and demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with others within a university setting
Responsibilities
- Attend class meetings and deliver course content
- Evaluation of student performance
- Grade student materials, including exams, papers and final projects
- Submit grades
- Respond to student inquiries and meet with students
- Complete orientation and training to subject matter
- Meet with appropriate faculty and gather information as needed
- Develop course content and syllabus in ways that effectively account for a variety of diverse backgrounds, communities, identities, and abilities.
- Prepare course materials, including final exam
Benefits
- Retirement plan options are available for Civil Service, Faculty, Labor-Represented, Professional & Administrative, and Temp Casual classifications.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Industry
Educational Services
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
