Adjunct Fall 2026 - Biology Instructor

MORAINE VALLEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE; Palos Hills (IL); On-site; USD 1,320,636 - 1,880,906; Part time

Job summary

Moraine Valley Community College is looking for a part-time Adjunct Biology Instructor for Fall 2026. The successful candidate will teach courses in general Biology, Microbiology, or Anatomy & Physiology.

Applicants should hold a Master’s degree in Biological Sciences or a related field, with preference given to those with teaching experience at the community college level. The position offers flexibility in hours.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Biological Sciences or related field.
• Experience teaching at community college level preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach college Biology courses in various disciplines.
• Prepare lecture and lesson plans according to departmental syllabus.
• Observe lab safety protocols.

Education

Master’s degree in Biological Sciences

18 graduate hours in Biological Sciences

Job description

Job Title:

Adjunct Fall 2026 - Biology Instructor

Position Type:

Faculty

Department:

Science, Business, & Computer Technology

Work Location:

Main Campus

Duties:

Teach one or two college Biology courses in general Biology (majors and non‑majors), Microbiology, or Anatomy & Physiology disciplines. Prepare lecture and lesson plans according to departmental syllabus and learning objectives, teach lecture and lab portion of class in‑person, grade student work, and observe chemical and other lab safety protocols.

Education/Experience:

Master’s degree in Biological Sciences or Master’s degree in related field with 18 graduate hours in Biological Sciences or Biological Sciences subdisciplines. Other requirements may apply.

Specify interest:

• General Biology (BIO 111)
• Non‑majors biology (BIO 101/104)

Qualifications:

Experience teaching at the community college or college level preferred (not required).

Position Status:

Part Time

Hours:

Various day, afternoon and early evening may be available

Salary/Wage:

$1,162 per ECH

Hourly/Salary:

Other

Benefits:

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Review of Applications Begins:

06/08/2026

Posting Number:

FA00733P

Open Date:

06/01/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please apply online with required materials.