Animal Behavior Lab – Adjunct Faculty – Traditional Campus (Spring 2027) – College of Natural Sciences

GRAND CANYON UNIVERSITY; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition benefits

401(k)

Employee perks and discounts

Gym and Fitness Center

Canyon Health & Wellness Center

Job summary

Grand Canyon University seeks adjunct faculty to teach in the Animal Behavior Lab at the Phoenix campus for Spring 2027. Courses are in-person and on campus, with smaller class sizes to foster engagement and hands-on learning.

Ideal candidates hold a Master’s in Biology (18 graduate credits in relevant areas) or a Doctorate, with experience in teaching and mentoring students. Commitment to the university's mission and Doctrinal Statement is expected.

Qualifications

• Minimum: Master’s in any field with 18 graduate credit hours in Biology emphasizing animal form and function or evolutionary biology or animal behavior.
• Preferred: Doctorate or Master’s in Biological Science with emphasis in animal form and function or evolutionary biology or animal behavior.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate classroom lectures and discussions

Education

Master's in Biology with 18 graduate credits emphasising animal form & function or evolutionary biology or animal behavior

Doctorate or Master's in Biological Science

Job description

Make a Difference at Grand Canyon University The College of Natural Sciences employs faculty and faculty leaders who are passionate about engaging and assisting students in a wide array of disciplines to further the advancement of scientific knowledge and understanding. Our faculty are energetic advisors who are committed to helping our students grow academically, spiritually, and personally. They are experts in their respective fields, in addition to being passionate educators and collaborators who help enhance the college experience for all students. Join our mission in helping others find their purpose and start your instructor career with GCU. The College of Natural Sciences offers rewarding opportunities for adjunct faculty to teach part-time, face-to-face instruction at our Phoenix campus. If you are highly motivated and passionate about teaching exceptional quality instruction in modern facilities with smaller class sizes, we’d like to hear from you.

Why Work at GCU:

• Tuition benefits specifically for the adjunct employee
• 401(k)
• Employee Perks and Discounts
• Gym and Fitness Center
• Canyon Health & Wellness Center

GCU Traditional Campus - Phoenix, AZ: Courses are in-person and on-campus for the Spring 2027 Semester (01/04/2027 - 04/23/2027)

Course: Animal Behavior Lab

What You Will Do:

• Facilitate classroom lecture and discussions
• Engage students in learning course objectives and topics
• Assess student performance and mentor success in the classroom
• Provide a positive example to students by supporting the University's Doctrinal Statement, Ethical Position Statement, and Mission of Grand Canyon University.

Qualifications:

• Preferred: Doctorate or Master's in a Biological Science with emphasis in animal form and function or evolutionary biology or animal behavior.
• Minimum: Master's in any field with 18 graduate credit hours in Biology emphasizing animal form and function or evolutionary biology or animal behavior.

GCU's Christian worldview has shaped the university's mission and growth for more than 65 years. As a Christ-centered higher education institution, GCU integrates faith, learning and work to connect the GCU community with distinct Christian principles and strong central values.

The University values diversity among its students, faculty and staff, and invites applications from all qualified individuals, including minorities, females, individuals with disabilities and veterans.

Employment is contingent upon the satisfactory outcome (as determined by the university) of pre-employment screening activities, including a background check.

All staff and faculty candidates will be asked to review GCU's Staff or Faculty expectations as part of the application process.