Adjunct Professor/Lecturer - Molecular Biology

Fordham University

Fordham University London is seeking to appoint an adjunct professor for a level three course in Biological Sciences for the spring semester - starting on 12 January 2026 and concluding on 1st May with a study break on 9th-13th March 2026.

Molecular Biology is the study of the molecular basis for the biological activity in cells, including molecule organization, synthesis, function, and interactions. Essential to the study of molecular biology is an understanding of the tools and techniques scientists have developed to learn about these molecular processes.

This course will cover the nature of genes, the structure and properties of DNA, DNA replication/repair, synthesis and processing of RNA and proteins, regulation of gene expression, and the principles and applications of the techniques and tools used to study these phenomena.

Successful candidates must be experienced and effective teachers, able to cater for the diverse student body and engage students in the subject matter so that they are fully prepared for their journey through the bachelor degree. Teaching is in weekly three hour blocks. In Spring 2026, it will be taught on Wednesday afternoons (2-5pm)

Approximately 600 students study each year at Fordham London from Fordham University’s School of Arts & Science and the Gabelli School of Business.

Main duties:

• Teaching Molecular Biology
• Preparation of teaching materials for the course
• Providing updated syllabus and course pack/reader details by the required deadline
• Providing academic advising either face-to-face or by email
• Arranging/accompanying students on co-curricular trips, and inviting guest speakers where appropriate
• Setting and administering examinations and others assessments – setting examination questions, invigilation and marketing when required
• Attendance at academic staff meetings (up to two per semester

Required

• Master’s degree or equivalent professional experience in a related field
• Relevant teaching experience in higher education and proven teaching effectiveness
• Excellent communication skills and responsive to students and the administration

Desirable

• PhD in a relevant field (or nearing completion)
• Previous experience of teaching within US higher education
• Research experience, publications and interests in the subject area

Person specification

An individual who can develop effective working relationships with both academic and administrative staff. All applicants must be able to lawfully accept employment in the UK. If you are not a UK citizen, please address your right to work in the UK in your covering letter.

The position will remain open until filled.

Application Applicants should submit a detailed CV and covering letter to this website.

Forham University in an equal opportunity/affirmative action institution