Adjunct Instructor - Biology

South Dakota Board of Regents; Aberdeen City; On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking an Adjunct Instructor for Biology to teach engaging courses at the Huron Community Campus. This role offers an opportunity to inspire students through environmental biology and biology survey classes. Ideal candidates will possess a Master’s degree and have a passion for teaching. Join a forward-thinking team dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive learning environment. If you're ready to make a difference in students' lives while advancing your teaching career, this position is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Master’s degree with at least 18 graduate credits in biology required.
• Teaching experience at high school or college level preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach two courses per semester at Huron Community Campus.
• Courses include Environmental Biology and Biology Survey.

Skills

Biology

Communication Skills

Teaching Experience

Education

Master’s Degree in Biology

Graduate Credits in Related Area

Job description

Northern State University seeks Adjunct Instructor for Biology.

Qualifications: A Master’s degree with at least 18 graduate credits in biology or a related area is required. Teaching experience at the high school or college level is preferred. The successful candidate must have strong communication skills.

Responsibilities: The applicant will teach two course per semester at the Huron Community Campus in Huron, SD. These courses will include BIOL 211(Environmental Biology) and BIOL 211L (Environmental Biology Lab) in the Fall semesters, and BIOL 101 (Biology Survey) and BIOL 101L (Biology Survey Lab) in the Spring semesters; other courses may be added to the course rotation depending on the expertise of the candidate.

Posting Date

Posting Date 05/07/2025

Closing Date

First Consideration Date

First Consideration Date 05/21/2025

Advertised Salary

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Proposed Rank

Proposed Rank Instructor

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Department Description and Cultural Expectations

Will report to the College of Arts Department Chair at Northern State University.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Northern State University is committed to building a welcoming culture of belonging and collegiality that respects diversity in knowledge, culture and world view. Northern seeks faculty and staff who will engage with individuals of diverse backgrounds, beliefs and perspectives to increase awareness, understanding, respect and opportunity for all.

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

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Working Conditions

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Documents Needed to Apply

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Cover Letter

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Reference List

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South Dakota Board of Regents
306 E. Capital Ave, Suite 200
Pierre, SD 57501
605-773-3455