"Adjunct Instructor of Biology - Animal Behavior"

The Department of Biology at North Central College invites applications for an adjunct faculty position to teach BIOL 317: Animal Behavior during the Spring 2026 semester. This course includes both a lecture and laboratory component and serves as an advanced elective for Biology majors.

• Lecture: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, 9:20–10:10 a.m.
• Laboratory: Tuesday, 8:30–11:30 a.m.
• Semester Dates: January 5 – April 24, 2026, with a final exam scheduled between April 27–30.

Candidates should hold at least a master's degree in biology or a closely related discipline and have prior teaching experience. A Ph.D. or ABD (Ph.D. candidate) is preferred.

North Central College values diversity, equity and inclusion and strongly encourages candidates who would enrich the diversity of the campus community to apply. Experience working with diverse student populations and communities is highly desirable.

Founded in 1861, North Central College is a nationally recognized institution of about 3000 students, located in Naperville, IL, a thriving suburb just west of Chicago. North Central College is within walking distance of the Naperville Metra station and is next to downtown Naperville. For more information, please visit: http://www.noctrl.edu. North Central College is an EEO Employer.

Interested candidates should complete the application at: https://northcentralcollege.peopleadmin.com/postings/15147. You will be asked to submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three professional references.

For further information, contact Jennifer Sallee, Chair, Department of Biology, at jlsallee@noctrl.edu.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.