Adjunct Faculty, Biology (Microbiology)

Stevenson University; Maryland; On-site; USD 1,640,721 - 1,913,486; Part time

Job summary

A private college is seeking an Adjunct Faculty member to teach microbiology and general biology courses. The ideal candidate should have a Master’s degree in biological or related sciences and a strong commitment to quality teaching. Responsibilities involve preparing course materials, instructional engagement, and assessing student performance. This role supports a maximum of 18 contact hours per year, requiring excellent interpersonal skills and a student-centered approach to teaching.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required; doctoral degree preferred.
• At least two years of college-level teaching experience.
• Strong commitment to quality teaching.

Responsibilities

• Teach microbiology and general biology courses.
• Engage in instructional activities up to 18 contact hours per year.
• Prepare teaching materials and confer with students.

Skills

Knowledge of microbiology or related science

Demonstrated teaching ability

Excellent interpersonal skills

Ability to create inclusive learning experiences

Proficiency in Microsoft applications

Well-developed organizational skills

Effective communication skills

Education

Master’s degree or higher in biological or related science

Tools

Blackboard or similar learning management systems

Job description

Find Your Role: We strive to achieve an environment and an atmosphere that supports, challenges, and inspires every individual on campus. Learn how the Stevenson Way makes this effort possible and how you can become part of a great place to work.

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

This is a posting for those interested in being included in the applicant pool for this position. If a review of your qualifications results in a decision to pursue your candidacy, the hiring manager will contact you directly. Your application will remain active in the pool until the posting is closed.

Position Description

Posting Number

Posting Number 201201488P

Position Title

Department

Department School of the Sciences: Biological Sciences

Position Summary

Adjunct faculty at Stevenson University will engage in teaching activities in accordance with the University’s faculty workload policies. Teaching responsibilities will include teaching microbiology and general biology courses in the Department of Biological Sciences and Fine School of the Sciences.

Education/Experience

Master’s degree or higher in biological or related science, with a doctoral degree strongly preferred, a strong commitment to quality teaching and at least two years of college level teaching experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge/Skills/Ability

• Knowledge of microbiology or related science.
• Demonstrated teaching ability in both microbiology and introductory biology courses.
• Ability to instruct students of varying preparation and abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal and cultural competency skills and demonstrated ability to communicate professionally with diverse constituencies.
• Ability to create inclusive learning experiences that will help graduate and/or undergraduate students to develop professionally, intellectually, and socially.
• Ability to work with students of diverse backgrounds and practice inclusive pedagogy.
• Demonstrated student-centered approach to teaching, and a commitment to student achievement.
• Ability to assess student performance and learning.
• Proficiency in Microsoft applications, including PowerPoint, Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Familiarity with educational assessment practices
• Commitment to integrity, excellence, learning, and community.
• Experience working with Blackboard or a similar learning management system.
• Well-developed organizational, reasoning, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work effectively with colleagues.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends, as needed.
• Ability to work effectively with colleagues.

Physical Requirements

Light work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Sitting, standing, walking, talking, hearing, keyboarding, and repetitive motions. Close visual acuity. Position requires sitting and standing for extended periods of time and the ability to speak clearly and effectively for an extended period of time. Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions. Science faculty work in science laboratories and will be exposed to chemicals, biologicals, chemical processes, magnetic field, and scientific equipment/instrumentation.

Essential Functions

• Engage in instructional activity totaling no more than 18 contact hours per academic year (August through May), with no more than 9 contact hours taught in an individual semester.
• Teaching responsibilities include time spent in the classroom, laboratory, or hybrid or online courses and in immediate preparation for them; maintaining competence in subjects being taught; preparing teaching materials; conferring with students on course materials; directing individual and group studies; reviewing written examinations and papers; evaluating presentations and projects; providing academic accommodations for students with documented disabilities.
• Other responsibilities include writing syllabi; reading and responding to emails promptly; grading course work within a time frame that enables the student to incorporate feedback on their next assignment; timely submission of mid-term and final grades, attendance verification, academic alerts, and other reports as requested; and alerting appropriate university personnel to student problems on a timely basis.
• Respond to student feedback for each course and complete training or professional development as required by the University.
• Collegiality, as well as professional and ethical conduct, enhances teaching, learning and the general reputation of all persons in the academy. Therefore, all faculty members are expected to serve in a collegial fashion and in accordance with professional and ethical principles when dealing with other faculty members, students, administrators, and members of the public. Follow all faculty and program policies outlined by the School and the University.
• Every faculty member is guaranteed academic freedom in accordance with the statement on academic freedom and responsibilities of faculty members, as set forth in the Stevenson University Policies.
• Teaching assignments may require teaching day, evening, online or hybrid classes.
• Meeting classes for the full class time during the scheduled dates and times is expected.

Months/Year Variable, based on courses scheduled to teach

Hrs/Week

Hrs/Week Variable, based on # of courses scheduled to teach

Hrs/Year

If scheduled to work less than 12 months, beginning date

Ending Date

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Payroll

Payroll Monthly

Hiring Salary Range

Hiring Salary Range Anticipated to be $1,191-$1,389 per credit/contact hour (subject to minimum enrollment)

Recruitment Instructions

Recruitment Instructions Open to All Applicants

Posting Date 12/10/2025

Closing Date/Application Deadline Open Until Filled No

EEO Statement

EOE /AA Employer of Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Please list any courses you have taught at the college level.

  (Open Ended Question)

• Please indicate the hours you are available to teach courses (i.e.,daytime/evening, specific hours).

  (Open Ended Question)

• What is your area of expertise?

  (Open Ended Question)

• What is the highest level of education attained?
  • GED
  • High School Diploma
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Master Degree
  • ABD
  • Doctorate Degree

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• Teaching Philosophy