Adjunct Faculty – Biology

La Roche University; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 27,900 - 39,060; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

No Relocation Assistance

Job summary

La Roche University is seeking a part‑time adjunct for the Biology Department to teach General Biology I Lab on its campus in the North Hills area of Pittsburgh, PA, for the Fall 2026 semester and beyond as needed.

The position requires a Master’s in Biology (Ph.D. preferred); 1–2 years of teaching experience in labs is preferred. Candidates must pass background clearances and submit official transcripts, with no relocation assistance offered.

Qualifications

• Master’s in Biology required; Ph.D. in Biology preferred.
• 1–2 years of teaching experience, specifically teaching labs, preferred.
• Candidates must pass background clearances and submit official transcripts prior to the issuance of a contract.

Responsibilities

• Teaching assignments include lecture and utilization of other educational methods, including online learning platforms.
• Evaluation of student progress through coursework, papers, exams, and related assignments; providing appropriate feedback.
• Following established teaching procedures and protocols within the Academic Affairs Division.

Skills

Lesson planning

Lecture & lab instruction

Assessment & feedback

Education

Master’s in Biology

Ph.D. in Biology preferred

Job description

Position Summary

La Roche University is seeking a part‑time adjunct for the Biology Department to teach lab courses such as General Biology I Lab. This course will be taught in person on La Roche University’s campus located in the North Hills neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA. An adjunct is needed for the Fall 2026 semester and will continue as required.

Responsibilities

• Teaching assignments include lecture and utilization of other educational methods, including online learning platforms.
• Evaluation of student progress through coursework, papers, exams, and related assignments; providing appropriate feedback.
• Following established teaching procedures and protocols within the Academic Affairs Division.

Education & Qualifications

• Master’s in Biology required; Ph.D. in Biology preferred.
• Candidates with 1‑2 years of teaching experience, specifically teaching labs, preferred.
• Candidates must pass background clearances and submit official transcripts prior to the issuance of a contract.

Benefits

No Relocation Assistance.

Equal Opportunity

It is the policy of La Roche University to promote equal opportunity to all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, creed, age, religion, gender, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, non‑job‑related disability or medical condition, or any other legally protected status. This policy provides for equal opportunity in all aspects of the employment relationship. This includes, but is not limited to: recruitment, employment, job assignment, transfer, promotion, demotion, compensation, training and development, employee benefits, layoff, discharge and general working conditions. The policy is administered in accordance with all applicable federal and state statutes. La Roche University does not take action against an employee because he or she has opposed a practice made unlawful under federal or state law or has filed charges, testified, assisted, or participated in any manner in an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or lawsuit pursuant to those statutes. All employees are expected to implement and abide by La Roche’s policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity employment within their assigned work areas. Any violation of this policy by an employee of La Roche University may result in disciplinary action, including, when appropriate, discharge. The Associate Vice President of Human Resources/Compliance Officer is assigned the overall responsibility for effective administration of this program throughout La Roche University. Individuals who believe that they may have experienced illegal discrimination should immediately report their complaint to the Associate Vice President of Human Resources/Compliance Officer.

Position open until filled.