Adjunct Biology Instructor (Summer-Fall 2025)

Inside Higher Ed; Palos Hills (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational institution in Palos Hills is seeking an Adjunct Biology Instructor for Summer-Fall 2025. Responsibilities include teaching college Biology courses, preparing lecture and lesson plans, and grading student work. A Master's degree in Biological Sciences or a related field is required. This is a part-time position with various available hours.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Biological Sciences or related field.
• Experience teaching at the community college or college level preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach one or two college Biology courses in person.
• Prepare lecture and lesson plans according to departmental syllabus.
• Grade student work and observe lab safety protocols.

Education

Master’s degree in Biological Sciences

Master’s degree in related field with 18 graduate hours in Biological Sciences

Job description

Adjunct Biology Instructor (Summer-Fall 2025)

Teach one or two college Biology courses in general Biology (majors and non-majors), Microbiology, or Anatomy & Physiology disciplines. Prepare lecture and lesson plans according to departmental syllabus and learning objectives, teach lecture and lab portion of class in-person, grade student work, and observe chemical and other lab safety protocols.

Education/Experience: Master’s degree in Biological Sciences or Master’s degree in related field with 18 graduate hours in Biological Sciences or Biological Sciences subdisciplines.

Qualifications: Experience teaching at the community college or college level preferred (not required).

Position Status: Part Time. Hours: Various day and afternoon sections available. Salary/Wage: $1,162 per ECH.

Benefits: None listed. Review Of Applications Begins: 02/24/2025. Close Date: 10/31/2025.

Please apply online with required materials.

• Seniority level: Entry level

• Employment type: Part-time