"Part-Time Faculty - BIO 421 Capstone Seminar in Biotechnology (Spring 2026)"

Part-Time Faculty - BIO 421 Capstone Seminar in Biotechnology (Spring 2026)

Location: Syracuse University Campus

Pay Range: $1,440 - $2,000 per credit hour

Pay Determination: Salary offers at Syracuse University will be based on education, experience, and relevant skills, as well as the academic or professional discipline of the position in the context of the home department, school, or college. Salary offers may also be influenced by prior relevant work or industry experience, where applicable. Faculty pay ranges are for 8.5 months salary unless otherwise specified.

FLSA Status: Exempt

Hours: As determined by department/chair. Office hours required.

Job Type: Part Time

Rank: PTI/Adjunct

Job Description:

BIO 421 Capstone Seminar in Biotechnology, 3 credits, Spring 2026 (appointment starts January 5, 2026)

This is a seminar course for senior Biotechnology majors. Students will evaluate scientific papers, current news stories, and biotechnology related issues. Evaluation will occur through readings, oral presentations, written assignments, and class discussion.

The hiring rate of pay for the successful candidate will be determined based on their per-credit-rate-history within the hiring department.

All course offerings are subject to funding availability and enrollment.

Current internal applicants will receive priority consideration.

Qualifications: Not Applicable

Job Specific Qualifications: Not Applicable

Responsibilities:

• Developing and/or updating a class syllabus.
• Ordering the appropriate books and materials in advance of the class start date.
• Preparing lectures, projects or other student assignments.
• Maintaining regularly scheduled office hours of two hours per week.
• Presenting instruction based on the competencies and performance levels of the class.
• Meeting all designated class periods. If you are unable to meet with your class due to illness or emergency, you should exercise your best effort to reschedule the class or to obtain a substitute. You must also notify the department chair or their designated contact of your absence and of your plan to cover the class.
• Working with the academic unit to maintain student learning outcomes.
• Submitting completed final grades according to University regulations.
• Grading student assignments and exams in a timely manner.
• Providing departmentally sanctioned forms for completed student evaluations.
• Completing all other course-related duties as outlined by your departments policies for part-time instructors.

Physical Requirements: Not Applicable

Tools/Equipment: Not Applicable

Application Instructions: In addition to completing an online application, please attach a curriculum vitae and cover letter.

To apply, visit https://www.sujobopps.com/postings/111966