Adjunct Faculty in Biotechnology

UM23 Bowie State University (BSU); Maryland; On-site; USD 48,746 - 58,389; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

UM23 Bowie State University (BSU) is seeking an Adjunct Faculty in Biotechnology to teach undergraduate coursework and associated labs. Responsibilities include covering the principles and applications of Biotechnology across various fields and introducing students to laboratory techniques.

The ideal candidate will hold a Master’s degree or higher in Biology or a related field, have graduate credits in Molecular Biology, and possess teaching experience at the college level. This is a temporary position with benefits including medical and dental insurance.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher with at least 15 graduate credits in relevant fields.
• Completion of 30 hours in an accredited doctoral program is acceptable.
• Teaching experience at the college level in area of concentration preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate level coursework and lab components in Biotechnology.
• Cover definitions, principles, and applications of Biotechnology.
• Introduce students to nucleic acids and their extraction through lab experiences.

Job description

JR101446 Adjunct Faculty in Biotechnology (Open)

Department: BSU Natural Sciences, JM
Position Type: Temporary (Fixed Term)
Open Date: 12-12-2025
Close Date: $4,800 per course, subject to change

Responsibilities

Responsible for teaching undergraduate level coursework and the associated lab components in the field of Biotechnology. This introductory class will cover the definitions and scope of Biotechnology; principles and application of Biotechnology in medical, pharmaceutical, agricultural, industrial, and environmental fields; molecular biology and application of molecular techniques in various field; forensic applications of Biotechnology; future roles of Biotechnology in human welfare; biosafety and ethical issues in the study and applications of Biotechnology. Students will be introduced to nucleic acids and basic information provided on their extraction and manipulation through laboratory experiences.

This is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required for this position. The University reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher with at least 15 graduate credits in Biology, Applied Biology, or related fields, with specialization in Molecular Biology, Genetic Engineering, Biotechnology, or related field;
• Completion of 30 hours in an accredited doctoral program is acceptable;
• Teaching experience at the college level in area of concentration preferred. Describe the extent of teaching experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Not Currently Available

Conditions of Employment

Please include resume, cover letter, unofficial transcripts, letter of reference.

Benefits

Benefits include medical, dental, prescription, long-term disability, accidental death and dismemberment insurance and life insurance; supplemental retirement accounts.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Bowie State University shall not discriminate against any individual on the basis of race, color, religion, age, ancestry or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, marital status or veteran status. All policies, programs, and activities of Bowie State University are and shall be in conformity with all pertinent Federal and state laws of nondiscrimination including, but not limited to: Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Equal Pay Act of 1963, the Age Discrimination Act, Sections 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Federal Executive Order No. 11375, and Article 49B of the Annotated Code of Maryland. This commitment applies in all areas and embraces faculty, staff, and students. Equal opportunity of access to academic and related programs shall be extended to all persons. Bowie State University shall have as its firm objective equal opportunity in recruitment and hiring, rate of pay, all other promotions, training, retention and dismissals, for all employees and applicants for employment. The University will stress equal access for employees and applicants for employment to all programs and services provided by the University both on and off campus. The University will also provide equal opportunity and an atmosphere of nondiscrimination with respect to women and members of minority groups in all its operations. In addition, the University shall promote equal opportunity and equal treatment through a positive and continuing affirmative action program. The University makes, and will continue to make, reasonable accommodations to promote the employment of qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans, unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the University's business. In addition, employees and applicants will not be subjected to harassment, intimidation, threats, coercion, or discrimination because they have engaged in, or may have engaged in, activities such as filing a complaint, assisting or participating in an investigation, compliance review or hearing, or opposing any act or practice made unlawful, or exercising any other right protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended or the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, as amended.