Lecturer in Biological Sciences

Purdue University

Job Information

• Req Id: 40191
• Job Title: Purdue Global Adjunct Faculty, Science: Biological, Environmental, & Life Sciences
• City: Remote/Virtual
• Posting Start Date: 01/08/2026

About the Opportunity

Building on Purdue University's mission to provide greater access to affordable, high-quality education, Purdue University Global is a public, nonprofit institution offering a world-class education online. Purdue Global’s School of Multidisciplinary and Professional Studies has an opening for Adjunct Faculty members in the Science department.

Adjunct faculty have part-time teaching roles and can teach up to 3 courses per term, not exceeding 10 courses per year. This role participates in continuing professional development and may engage in faculty governance and curriculum work as needed. Scholarship is not required. Teaching assignments may fluctuate and are contingent upon course schedules.

Adjunct faculty deliver high-quality instruction and foster an inclusive, supportive learning environment conducive to student success.

What to Expect in This Role

• Provide a student-centered learning environment enabling student success
• Teach synchronous or asynchronous seminars (10-week units) as assigned
• Maintain school-determined virtual office hours for each class
• Ensure timely management and response to electronic correspondence from students and administrators
• Lead message board discussions and engage students in relevant coursework
• Partner with Academic Advisors to address student concerns; refer ADA-related accommodations to Student Accessibility Services (SAS) and comply with communicated accommodations
• Maintain and submit accurate and timely student grade/progress reports
• Deliver mid-term and final grades in accordance with the academic calendar
• Enforce student conduct policies outlined in the University Catalog
• Attend university, departmental, and faculty meetings as requested
• Remain current with trends, techniques, and advances in technology applicable to the program
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the School

Experience

• Master’s degree or PhD in Anatomy, Physiology, Nutrition, Biochemistry, Genetics, Microbiology, Environmental Science, and/or Biological Sciences
• 1–3 years related practical/professional experience and/or training; online or higher education teaching experience preferred

What We’re Looking For

• Exceptional computer skills using Microsoft Office Suite, Google applications, and Zoom; experience with Brightspace LMS preferred
• Excellent communication, organizational, and time management skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Dedication to student success and ability to engage and inspire students
• Ability to work effectively in a remote environment
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
• Capable of building strong working relationships across teams, departments, and Schools

Additional Information

• Adjunct compensation varies per course based on student enrollment and program type
• Typical adjunct in the School of General Education can expect $2,800 per full 10-week course
• Retirement benefits include a 403(b) automatic contribution of 3% and company match up to 4% with optional participation in a 457(b) plan
• Remote position, can be worked anywhere in the U.S.
• Purdue Global will not sponsor employment authorization
• Background check required
• FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible for Overtime)
• Purdue Global is an EEO/AA employer