Contractually Limited Term Instructor I - Department of Biology

The Department of Biology invites applications from candidates with expertise in lab instruction in Introductory Biology, Cell and Molecular Biology, and Human Biology for a Contractually Limited Term Instructor I position for the period of July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027.

We are searching for an excellent instructor who is passionate about lab-based teaching. Primary teaching responsibilities include the labs for BIOL 1113 Organisms and Their Environment 1 (heredity and ecology), BIOL 2013 Cell and Molecular Biology and BIOL 1863 Applied Human Biology. BIOL 1113 and BIOL 2013 are required courses for Biology majors, while BIOL 1863 is required for students in Kinesiology.

Applicants must have at minimum a Master’s, or equivalent experience, in biology or a closely related field. The department is particularly interested in an individual with a strong interest in teaching, a broad knowledge of biology, cell biology and human biology. Evidence of quality teaching can include, but is not limited to, a statement of teaching philosophy, positive endorsements from referees, course evaluations if available, and/ or demonstrated performance in other teaching related activities, including student supervision and mentoring. Applicants are encouraged to provide evidence of previous contributions to an academic program (including course development) and to the candidate’s discipline or profession, including professional organizations or community groups, if available.

Qualifications:

• Earned Master’s and/ or PhD in biology or closely related field, or equivalent experience.

How to Apply: Candidates are asked to submit their application in a single PDF document to Faculty.Careers@AcadiaU.ca. Receipt of the application will be acknowledged via email. Applications must include the following:

• position number (include in the subject of the submission email)
• a cover letter describing how the applicant meets the criteria for appointment
• curriculum vitae
• a statement on teaching philosophy
• a statement on equity, diversity, and inclusion in teaching
• evidence of teaching quality, as described above
• the names and contact information for three individuals who may be contacted for references, if short-listed

application should be addressed to:

Dr. Glenys Gibson
Acadia University
Wolfville,
Nova Scotia, Canada B4P 2R6
Email: Faculty.Careers@AcadiaU.ca

Closing Date: May 18, 2026