Visiting Assistant Professor, Biology
About The Position
The Biology Department at Fairfield University invites applications for a one-year Visiting Assistant Professor position in laboratory instruction of Elements of Microbiology (BIOL 1151L) and Human Anotomy & Physiology I & II (BIOL 1107L & 1108L) beginning Fall 2026. These Biology department courses primarily serve students from the Marion Peckham Egan School of Nursing and Health Studies although other pre-health students also enroll. Teaching responsibilities are soley for laboratory sections among these three courses. The teaching load is four sections per semester and a set schedule of office hours each week.
Requirements
- Completion of an M.S. or Ph.D. in Biology or a related field by August 2026.
- Strong commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching.
- Experience teaching microbiology and A&P at the undergraduate level.
- Understanding and commitment to educating undergraduate students in the liberal arts tradition.
- Ability to promote an equitable, diverse, and inclusive scientific community.
Responsibilities
- Teaching laboratory sections of Elements of Microbiology (BIOL 1151L) and Human Anotomy & Physiology I & II (BIOL 1107L & 1108L).
- Maintain a set schedule of office hours each week.
- Perform such other duties, responsibilities, and activities as required by supervisor and as departmental/University needs indicate.
Benefits
- Highly competitive salary and benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
