Adjunct Instructor, Biology

George Fox; Newberg (OR); On-site; USD 1,102,080 - 1,928,640; Part time

Job summary

George Fox University, a Christ-centered academic community, invites applications for a part-time adjunct Biology instructor beginning August 2026 at the Newberg campus. The successful candidate will teach Human Anatomy & Physiology I and II, collaborate with Biology and Chemistry colleagues, and align courses with the university's mission.

Candidates should have teaching experience, subject matter expertise, strong communication skills, and a commitment to diversity and faith-based education.

Qualifications

• Professional experience or teaching experience in the relevant field.
• Demonstrated expertise in subject matter and commitment to student learning.
• Excellent professional interpersonal, organization, and communication skills.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States.
• Commitment to the University's Theology of Racial and Ethnic Diversity.
• Desire to work with a diverse community of students and employees.
• Personal commitment to Jesus Christ and agreement with faith statements.

Responsibilities

• Teach laboratory and/or lecture sections of Human Anatomy & Physiology I and II.
• Collaborate with Biology and Chemistry faculty within the department.
• Teach courses in alignment with the university's mission and learning objectives.
• Develop instructional strategies that promote student engagement.
• Provide timely feedback on student work.
• Maintain attendance, grades, and student performance records.
• Utilize the university's learning management system (Canvas) for course management.
• Maintain professionalism and adhere to university policies.
• Communicate respectfully with colleagues, students, and the public.
• Be a Christian role model to students.
• Demonstrated experience working cross culturally with respect, appreciation and humility.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teaching experience

Subject matter expertise

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree, or PhD

Tools

Canvas

Job description

George Fox University announces a part-time, adjunct biology instructor position to begin in August of 2026. This instructor needs to bring expertise in Human Anatomy & Physiology.

About the Job:

George Fox University, a Christ-centered community, prepares students spiritually, academically, and professionally to think with clarity, act with integrity, and serve with passion. Professors teach all truth as God's truth, integrating all fields of learning around the person and work of Jesus Christ, bringing the divine revelations through sense, reason, and intuition to the confirming test of Scripture. As a Christ-centered community, George Fox University is an institution that values diversity as an essential dimension of God's design for human communities.

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Teaching laboratory and/or lecture sections of Human Anatomy & Physiology I and II.
• Collaborate with Biology and Chemistry faculty members within the department.
• Teach courses in alignment with the university's mission and learning objectives.
• Develop and implement effective instructional strategies that promote student engagement.
• Provide timely and constructive feedback on student work.
• Maintain accurate records of attendance, grades, and student performance.
• Utilize the university's learning management system (Canvas) for course management.
• Maintain professionalism and adhere to university policies.
• Communicating effectively and courteously with others, including employees, students, and the public, in a spirit of teamwork, respect and customer service.
• By actions, words, and lifestyle, be a Christian role model to students, whether through casual contact or in a formal supervisory role.
• Demonstrated experience working cross culturally with respect, appreciation and humility.
• Other duties as assigned.

We're looking for candidates who have:

• Professional experience or teaching experience in the relevant field.
• Demonstrated expertise in subject matter and commitment to student learning.
• Excellent professional interpersonal, organization, and communication skills.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States. This position does not offer visa sponsorship; therefore, only applicants who do not require sponsorship for employment visas, now or at any point in the future, should apply.
• A commitment to the University's Theology of Racial and Ethnic Diversity.
• A desire to work with a diverse community of students and employees who represent various cultures, backgrounds, abilities, ethnicities, political views, and expressions of Christian faith.
• A personal commitment to Jesus Christ and express their Christian testimony in a church. In addition, employees agree to live in agreement with the Community Lifestyle Statement and affirm the theological commitments expressed in the Statement of Faith.

Preference Will be Given to Those Who Have the Following Attributes:

• A Master's degree, Ph.D., or other professional degree or certification.

Job information:

• Primary Work Location*: Newberg Campus
• Department: Biology & Biochemistry
• Supervisor: Chair, Department of Biological and Molecular Sciences
• Compensation: Adjunct faculty are paid on a per credit hour basis, commensurate with education and experience.

*Flexible work arrangements available (For employees approved to work remotely outside of Oregon and Washington, employment will be facilitated through our employer of record partner.)

George Fox University has been transforming student's lives for over 125 years. We are a Christ-centered community that prepares students spiritually, academically, and professionally to think with clarity, act with integrity, and serve with passion. Our vision is to be the Christian university of choice known for empowering students to achieve exceptional life outcomes. We put students first, with Christ at the center of our work, embracing change in order to improve. We are looking for enthusiastic candidates to join us in creating transformational experiences for our students.

Being a part of our community means a commitment to faith and to a lifestyle that is consistent with the university's mission as described in the Statement of Faith and Community Lifestyle Statement on our website. As a Christ-centered community, George Fox University is an institution that values diversity as an essential dimension of God's design for human communities.

What is most appealing about working at George Fox University?

• Faith-centered: Our culture is unique for higher education. At George Fox you can pursue academic excellence while integrating Biblical scriptures, praying with staff members and students at work, and helping to make an impact on the world in a way that promotes Christian values.
• Unapologetically Christian: As a university, we have an enduring commitment to Christ, his kingdom and the truth of God's Word.
• Live out your calling: You are able to use your God-given talents and abilities while having a profound influence on students as they deepen their relationship with Jesus Christ.
• Equip students for kingdom work: You can be a part of helping students discover their callings, at which they will be able to glorify the kingdom of God just as they have seen you do.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

The university is an equal-opportunity employer. Every employee has the right to work in surroundings free from all forms of unlawful discrimination. It is our policy to make decisions about applicants and employees without regard to sex, age, race, color, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status to the extent prohibited by applicable local, state, or federal law. This prohibition applies not only to the recruiting and hiring process but to all facets of the employment relationship, including promotion, pay, training, classification, performance reviews, discipline, and termination.

George Fox is owned by the Northwest Yearly Meeting of Friends Church and its mission is distinctly Christian. Employees are required to agree with and abide by the university's faith statement and its statement of community responsibilities. Within the context of this agreement and commitment, employment opportunities are otherwise available to all persons on the basis of their experience and skills.

In the recruiting process, the university may make special effort to solicit applicants from underrepresented groups. This is done as an affirmative step to increase the representation of these populations in the university's workforce to better match their availability in the labor market. Hiring decisions are based on the applicants' qualifications as they relate to the needs of the position.