Adjuncts, Biology Department (Introductory)(Spring 2026)

Rhode Island College; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 1,679,294 - 2,132,524; Part time

Job summary

The Biology Department at Rhode Island College invites applications for part-time adjunct instructors to teach introductory, intermediate, and advanced biology courses as needed.

Candidates should have a Master's degree in Biology or related field and demonstrated commitment to undergraduate instruction and mentoring student researchers. Teaching experience with diverse student populations is preferred.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Biology or a related field.
• Demonstrated commitment to undergraduate instruction and to mentoring student researchers.
• Experience teaching biology to diverse student populations is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach in-person introductory biology courses as required.
• Contribute to teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels as needed.

Skills

Undergraduate instruction

Student mentoring

Education

Master’s degree in Biology or related field

Job description

Adjuncts, Biology Department (Introductory)(Spring 2026)

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

• Candidates must have authorization to work in the US without the need for employer sponsorship.
• Appointment is contingent upon receipt of an acceptable background screening conducted once selected for the position
• UNION ELIGIBILITY: Adjuncts become eligible to join the RIC/AFT Adjunct Union if they complete 6 load hours (excludes applied music) within the two previous consecutive years.
  • Payment is made once a month; applicable taxes are withheld.
• There are no fringe benefits with this position.
• Upon hire, candidate will be required to provide an official transcript of highest degree earned.
• Applications for these positions are accepted on a continuous basis and reviewed if openings become available.
• Writing sample, teaching evaluations and/or letters of recommendation are not required at time of application and are required only if requested directly by the department chair.

Classification Information

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Rate Per Credit Hour

Rate Per Credit Hour $1219 (lab)- $1548 (lecture)/credit hour

Position Information

Position Title

Position Title Adjuncts, Biology Department (Introductory)(Spring 2026)

Department Name

Academic or Calendar Year

School Name

School Name Faculty of Arts and Science

Position Overview

The Biology Department is inviting applications for part-time instructor positions. We encourage candidates who are qualified to teach introductory, intermediate, and advanced courses to apply.
We are particularly interested in adjunct faculty who are dedicated to teaching and engaging with our diverse student body, offering courses at both the undergraduate and graduate levels as needed.

• Teach in-person introductory biology courses as required

Occasional Duties

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Biology or a related field
• Demonstrated commitment to undergraduate instruction and to mentoring student researchers

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching introductory biology lecture and laboratory.
• Experience with nontraditional students and with an ethnically-diverse student population.

Environmental Conditions

Teaching/instruction is performed in a traditional classroom setting.

Posting Number

Posting Number A00061

Benefits Eligible?

Benefits Eligible? No

Number of Positions Available

Number of Positions Available Multiple

Anticipated Start Date or Semester

Anticipated Start Date or Semester Fall 2026

Posting Date

Posting Date 04/14/2026

Closing Date

Open Until Filled No

Special Instructions/Information for Applicants

• Candidates must have authorization to work in the US without the need for employer sponsorship.
• Appointment is contingent upon receipt of an acceptable background screening conducted once selected for the position
• UNION ELIGIBILITY : Adjuncts become eligible to join the RIC / AFT Adjunct Union if they complete 6 load hours (excludes applied music) within the two previous consecutive years.
  • Payment is made once a month; applicable taxes are withheld.
• There are no fringe benefits with this position.
• Upon hire, candidate will be required to provide an official transcript of highest degree earned.
• Applications for these positions are accepted on a continuous basis and reviewed if openings become available..
• Writing sample, teaching evaluations and/or letters of recommendation are not required at time of application and are required only if requested directly by the department chair.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have a Masters degree in a biological science?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents

Rhode Island College
600 Mount Pleasant Avenue
Providence, RI 02908
[phone]
www.ric.edu