Adjunct Faculty - Medical Ethics

University of Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 8,000 - 12,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Houston's Department of Biology and Biochemistry invites applications for a part-time adjunct to teach a medical ethics course during the Spring 2027 semester.

Responsibilities include teaching the cross-listed undergraduate/graduate course PHIL3354/BIOL6356 Medical Ethics for students pursuing health professions; candidates must have graduate degrees related to the study and practice of medical ethics.

Qualifications

• Must have graduate degrees related to the study and practice of medical ethics.

Responsibilities

• Teach cross-listed undergraduate/graduate course PHIL3354/BIOL6356 Medical Ethics for health professions students.

Education

Graduate degree in medical ethics

Job description

Department:Biology & BiochemistrySalary:Commensurate with experience

Description:

The Department of Biology and Biochemistry in the College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics at the University of Houston invites applications for a part-time adjunct position to teach a medical ethics course during the Spring 2027 semester.

Responsibilities will include teaching a cross-listed undergraduate/graduate-level course PHIL3354/BIOL6356 Medical Ethics for students interested in the health professions.

Qualifications: The successful candidate must have graduate degrees related to the study and practice of medical ethics.

Required Attachments: Curriculum Vitae; Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Employees are expected to have a home address in the state of Texas for the duration of their appointments.

Official transcripts are required for a faculty appointment and will be requested upon selection of the final candidates.

All positions at the University of Houston-System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check. Individuals conducting research in critical infrastructure areas (i.e., communication infrastructure systems, cybersecurity systems, electric grid, hazardous waste treatment systems, and/or water treatment facilities) are subject to regular review to ensure the security and integrity of the research is maintained.

The University of Houston System and its universities are Equal Opportunity Institutions. Everyone is encouraged to apply.