Adjunct Faculty, BIO144 The Organism

Chatham University; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 69,000 - 96,000; Part time

Job summary

Chatham University invites applications for an adjunct faculty position in Biology to teach BIO144 The Organism (Lecture) for Spring 2027. This on-campus appointment covers the lecture component of an introductory biology course for first-year biology, neuroscience, and related majors.

The selected candidate will prepare syllabi and materials aligned with learning outcomes, hold office hours, and submit grades on time, coordinating with the lab instructor and department chair as needed.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in biology or a closely related field, with relevant experience required.
• PhD in biology or a closely related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach the lecture section on campus at the scheduled times.
• Prepare the syllabus, course materials, assignments and exams, aligned with department learning outcomes.
• Hold office hours, advise students on course questions and submit grades on time.
• Coordinate with the lab instructor and the department chair.

Education

Master's degree in biology or a closely related field

PhD in biology or a closely related field (preferred)

Job description

Chatham University welcomes your interest in employment opportunities and encourages you to review open positions. Please note that Chatham does not accept unsolicited applications.Adjunct Faculty, BIO144 The OrganismJob title: Adjunct Faculty, Biology (BIO144 The Organism)Worker type / category: Adjunct faculty, part-time, temporaryDepartment: Science (Biology)Term: Spring 2027Location: Chatham University, Pittsburgh, PA (on campus)Course and schedule: BIO144 The Organism, 3 credits. Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 11:00 to 11:50 AM.Summary: The Science department is seeking an adjunct instructor for one section of BIO144 The Organism, an introductory biology course for first-year students in the biology, neuroscience and related majors. The lab that accompanies the course is taught separately by other faculty, so this appointment covers the lecture only.Responsibilities:Teach the lecture section on campus at the scheduled times.Prepare the syllabus, course materials, assignments and exams, aligned with department learning outcomes.Hold office hours, advise students on course questions and submit grades on time.Coordinate with the lab instructor and the department chair.Minimum qualifications: Master's degree in biology or a closely related field, with relevant experience required.Preferred qualifications: PhD in biology or a closely related field preferred.To apply: Submit a cover letter, CV and the names of three references through Workday.Chatham University strives to promote a campus environment that understands and embraces multiculturalism while increasing individuals' intercultural competence. We actively work to build and sustain a diverse and culturally vibrant campus, which promotes employee and student success and retention.Chatham University is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a strong commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equity. Chatham University does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, age, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital or family status, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.