Adjunct Faculty - Biology

WPU The William Paterson University of New Jersey; Wayne (NJ); On-site; USD 23,436 - 24,273; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement plans

Job summary

WPU The William Paterson University of New Jersey is seeking an Adjunct Faculty for the College of Science and Health, Department of Biology. The role involves teaching courses such as Anatomy and Physiology and General Biology, focusing on innovative methods to engage students.

Applicants must hold a Master's or PhD in Biology or related fields, with teaching experience preferred. The university offers a competitive per credit rate and potential benefits, fostering a collegial environment dedicated to excellence.

Qualifications

• Earned Master’s or PhD in Biology or a related field.
• One or more years teaching in higher education preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a multi‑cultural environment.

Responsibilities

• Use innovative techniques to engage a diverse student body.
• Provide consistent support and guidance as a mentor.
• Utilize technology for teaching and hands-on activities.

Skills

Teaching experience

Experience with diverse student bodies

Pedagogical techniques

Education

Master’s or PhD in Biology or a related field

Job description

Adjunct Faculty – College of Science and Health, Department of Biology

William Paterson University invites applications for adjunct faculty within the College of Science and Health, Department of Biology.

Course Areas

• Anatomy and Physiology I & II
• Advanced Anatomy and Physiology
• General Biology: Evolution, Ecology & Biodiversity
• General Biology: Cell, Molecular and Genetics
• General Biology: Physiology
• Microbiology
• Human Biology

Department Overview

The Department of Biology within the College of Science and Health is committed to teaching a strong core of fundamentals followed by advanced training in upper-level courses. The department emphasizes hands‑on experience in laboratory and field settings. The Department of Biology is equipped with state‑of‑the‑art laboratories and facilities for biological studies. These facilities are accessible to undergraduates for use in laboratory courses and research projects. For more information, visit https://www.wpunj.edu/cosh/departments/biology/index.html.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Use innovative and energetic pedagogical techniques to engage a diverse student body.
• Contribute to student success by providing consistent and effective support and guidance through role modeling and mentoring.
• Use technology for a variety of teaching and hands‑on activities.

Required Qualifications

Earned Master’s or PhD in Biology or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• One or more years teaching in higher education.

Personal Attributes and Traits

• Thrives in a collegial, cooperative environment.
• Dedicated to excellence and achieving positive outcomes.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a multi‑cultural environment.
• Capacity to fulfill professional responsibilities with a strong sense of moral duty and obligation to the work at hand.

Adjunct Per Credit Rate

New employees – $2,100/CREDIT

Employees who have worked for 13+ semesters at WP – $2,175/CREDIT

Benefits

This position may be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, which includes health and dental insurance and retirement plans. To learn more, please visit https://www.wpunj.edu/human-resources/total-rewards/.

Invitation to Apply

Interested candidates will be prompted to complete an application and submit a cover letter and resume/CV. Submission of all documents listed is required for consideration and should be uploaded when prompted to upload your resume. For general questions related to this application process, please contact [e-mail]. Please include the job requisition number beginning with R as well as the job title and department.

Salary Range

Total Rewards and Benefits: information available at https://www.wpunj.edu/human-resources/total-rewards/.

EEO Statement

William Paterson University is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race or ethnicity, sex/gender (including pregnancy), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, civil union status, familial status, religion, national origin or citizenship, military service status, or any other category protected by law. William Paterson University does not discriminate on the basis of any of the categories stated above or as prohibited by applicable law. Individuals from historically underrepresented backgrounds are encouraged to apply.