"Adjunct Faculty - Dept of Biology"

Department:

Central Reserves

Classification:

Adjunct Faculty

Job Category:

Adjunct Faculty

Job Type:

Part-Time

Location:

Fairfax, VA

Workplace Type:

On Site Required

Sponsorship Eligibility:

Not eligible for visa sponsorship

Salary:

Salary commensurate with education and experience

Criminal Background Check:

Yes

About the Position:

The Department of Biology at George Mason University, College of Science, invites applications for adjunct faculty positions for the upcoming academic year. We are seeking dynamic and dedicated instructors to teach undergraduate courses and laboratories in areas such as: General Biology (majors and non-majors), Cell and Molecular Biology, Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, Anatomy and Physiology, Microbiology, Genetics and related fields.

Responsibilities:

• Teaches assigned courses (lecture and/or laboratory) at the undergraduate level;
• Develops course materials that support student learning and align with departmental goals;
• Provides timely feedback, hold office hours, and support student success; and
• Collaborates with faculty and staff to maintain high-quality teaching standards.

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Biological Sciences or related field required; and
• Commitment to inclusive, student-centered teaching.

Preferred Qualifications:

• PhD degree in Biological Sciences or related field; and
• Prior college-level teaching experience.

Instructions to Applicants:

For full consideration, applicants must apply for Adjunct Faculty (matrix) at https://jobs.gmu.edu/. Complete and submit the online application to include three professional references with contact information, and provide a Cover Letter/Letter of Intent with Resume for review. You also have the option of uploading a current CV if you would like to do so.

Posting Open Date:

August 22, 2025

For Full Consideration, Apply by:

September 26, 2025

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Mason Ad Statement:

Mason is currently the largest and most diverse university in Virginia with students and faculty from all 50 states and over 135 countries studying in over 200 degree programs at campuses in Arlington, Fairfax and Prince William, as well as at learning locations across the commonwealth. Rooted in Mason’s diversity is a campus culture that is both rewarding and exciting, work that is meaningful, and opportunities to both collaborate and create. If you are interested in joining the Mason family take a look at our current opportunities and catch some Mason spirit at jobs.gmu.edu/! George Mason University, Where Innovation is Tradition.

Equity Statement:

George Mason University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, committed to promoting inclusion and equity in its community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law.

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