State Univ Adjunct Unit - Department of Natural Sciences

Metropolitan State University • Saint Paul, MN

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Metro State University, a member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System, is seeking to hire community (adjunct) faculty in the Department of Natural Sciences. Available course options for Fall 2026 include BIOL 105 Human Biology, BIOL 107 Biology, Race, and Racism, BIOL 111 General Biology I, BIOL 112 General Biology II, CHEM 111 General Chemistry I, CHEM 112 General Chemistry II, BIOL 304 Molecular Biology, GEOL 110 Introduction to Earth Sciences, NSCI 206 Garden Science, and PHYS 110 Introduction to Physics. Metro State University empowers learners to transform their lives and communities through relevant, student-centered education in an inclusive, anti-racist, and supportive learning environment. The university offers programs leading to baccalaureate, masters, and applied doctoral degrees, equipping diverse learners with essential skills for the future. Metro State is recognized for its commitment to diversity and social mobility, serving over 9,000 diverse students, many of whom are first-generation or eligible for Pell Grants. The university offers flexible learning options, including distance and hybrid courses. It has received multiple awards for its commitment to diversity and community engagement. The College of Sciences, comprising three academic departments, offers numerous degree programs and certificates, contributing significantly to the university's enrolled credits. The college is dedicated to academic excellence and community engagement through its curriculum, teaching, scholarship, and services.

Requirements

• A Master’s degree, or terminal degree (e.g., Ph.D, M.D.) in discipline, subfield or related interdisciplinary field in which they teach.
• A Master’s degree, terminal degree (e.g., Ph.D., M.D.) with expertise in a different discipline or subfield in which they teach and at least 18 semester hour credits of graduate coursework in the discipline, subfield, or related interdisciplinary field in which they teach.
• A Master’s degree, terminal degree (e.g., Ph.D., M.D.) with expertise in a different discipline or subfield in which they teach and at least 2 years of work experience directly related to the discipline, subfield, or related interdisciplinary field in which they teach.
• A Bachelor’s degree (e.g., B.A., B.S., B.S.N., B.F.A.) in the discipline, subfield, or related interdisciplinary field in which they teach, and at least 18 semester hour credits of graduate coursework or an equivalent amount of professional certification in the discipline or subfield in which they teach.
• A Bachelor’s degree (e.g., B.A., B.S., B.S.N., B.F.A.) in the discipline, subfield, or related interdisciplinary field in which they teach; and at least 2 years of work experience directly related to the discipline, subfield, or related interdisciplinary field in which they teach or 1 year of work experience and discipline-specific certification.

Nice To Haves

• Experience teaching college-level undergraduate biology courses
• Ability to learn to use a learning management system (Brightspace D2L) for course information, assignments, and grades.
• Experience with curriculum development and professional development participation.
• Demonstrated ability to work with multilingual and adult learners in general education biology courses.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate a commitment to serving a diverse student body by delivering a student-centered education and using approaches that support equitable outcomes for all students.
• Provide excellent learning environments through in-person, online, and/or hybrid course modalities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level