Adjunct Instructor Genetics

University of Holy Cross; Forest Isle (LA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Holy Cross invites applications for the position of Adjunct Instructor of Genetics. This part-time, per-course appointment begins January 12, 2026, with in-person classes on campus.

The instructor will plan and deliver instruction, assess student performance, and maintain records while offering student conferences to discuss progress. A master's degree in Genetics and prior teaching experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in Genetics or closely related field.
• At least 1 year of teaching experience preferred; LMS experience.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to manage deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver genetics instruction, testing, and reporting.
• Be available for student conferences to review progress.
• Maintain attendance records and adhere to academic deadlines.
• Model the University's mission in educating students.

Skills

Genetics

Teaching experience

Student conferences

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master’s degree in Genetics

Tools

Learning Management System (LMS)

Job description

Adjunct Instructor - Genetics

The University of Holy Cross invites applications for the position of Adjunct Instructor of Genetics. The position starts January 12, 2026, for in-person classes. Review of applications is ongoing.

Position Description

Adjunct Instructor of Genetics is a part-time faculty position. The instructor is contracted per course on a semester-by-semester basis.

Responsibilities

• Planning and delivering instruction, testing, and reporting in the assigned Genetics course in accordance with course description, syllabus, learning outcomes, and University policies.
• The instructor must also be available for student conferences to review individual student progress.
• Additional responsibilities include maintaining student attendance records and adhering to academic calendar deadlines.
• The Adjunct Instructor must demonstrate the ability to effectively educate students and to exemplify the mission of the University to educate the minds and hearts of its students.

Qualifications

• This position requires a master’s degree or higher in Genetics or in a closely related field with at least 18 documented graduate-level credit hours in Genetics coursework.
• At least one year of experience as an instructor (full-time or adjunct) is preferred, as is experience with learning management systems.
• The instructor must possess exemplary interpersonal skills, ability to work effectively with a wide range of students, and skills in establishing and managing course content and academic deadlines.

Equal Opportunity

The University of Holy Cross assures equal opportunity for all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, handicap, marital status, or veterans’ status in the admission to, participation in, or employment of its programs and activities.