"Adjunct Faculty for Biology"

Job Details

CLASSIFICATION: Adjunct Faculty

DEPARTMENT: Biological Sciences

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Chair of the Department of Biological Sciences

POSITION SUMMARY: The Department of Biological Sciences at Moravian University invites applications for an adjunct (part-time) faculty pool. Our need for part-time instructors varies semester to semester. When a position becomes available, we will invite qualified applicants from this pool to interview and/or submit additional information. We occasionally have the following teaching needs:

• A first-year bioscience seminar (0.5 unit course focused on scientific literacy and career preparation)
• A 100-level introductory biology course (lecture and/or lab)
• A 200- or 300-level biology elective (lecture and lab) in an area of the applicant’s expertise
• A 300-level writing-intensive seminar in an area of the applicant’s expertise

Teaching will be fully in-person on our main (North) campus in Bethlehem, PA.

The Department of Biological Sciences values active, student-centered approaches to learning as well as inquiry-based labs that teach authentic skills. We invite applications from colleagues who share these goals. To learn more about the Department of Biological Sciences at Moravian University, please visit: https://www.moravian.edu/biology/program

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Commitment to teaching at the university level using best practices and pedagogies
• Commitment to the University’s values and mission

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum: MS in biology or a broadly related biological science
• Preferred: PhD (or ABD) in biology or a broadly related biological science with successful teaching experience beyond the TA level

TO APPLY: Qualified candidates should attach the following to their online application by clicking “Apply Now.” Please attach all documents as a single PDF file.

• Letter of interest and qualifications (1 page maximum)
• Teaching philosophy (1 page maximum)
• Curriculum vitae
• Contact information for three references, including title, email address, phone number, and relationship to the candidate

Please follow the instructions to submit your application materials through the Moravian University employment application website. Materials MUST be submitted through the online process.

Review of applications will take place when a position becomes available and will continue until the position is filled. All positions are subject to budget availability.

Moravian University does not sponsor visas for non-tenure track positions and will not sponsor H-1B visas for tenure-track positions.

Moravian University’s mission is to prepare individuals for reflective lives and leadership in a world of change. In support of this mission, we are dedicated to fostering an educational and professional environment that is enriched by individuals of varied backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

As part of Moravian University’s institutional values, all employees contribute to upholding our Community Standards and Expectations, which emphasize respectful engagement, accountability, inclusion, and lifelong learning.

Moravian University is an equal opportunity employer and does not tolerate discrimination, harassment or retaliation against any applicant for employment or admission on the basis of a characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Please see Moravian University’s Equal Opportunity and Title IX nondiscrimination statement for additional information.

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WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this job.

The individual is routinely exposed to indoor conditions, minimum outdoor weather and temperature extremes, and moderate noise level.

We welcome applicants of all abilities and are dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment. If you need any accommodations during the hiring process or in your role, we encourage you to reach out to Human Resources at hr@moravian.edu or 610.861.1527. View the standard physical demands for positions at Moravian University.

***The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job.***

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