Biology - Adjunct Instructor (Ongoing)

Sacred Heart; Fairfield, Northern (CT, KY); Hybrid; USD 2,000 - 5,000; Part time

Job summary

Sacred Heart University, located in Fairfield, Connecticut, invites applications for an Adjunct Instructor in Biology. The position involves teaching a range of biology courses, from introductory concepts to advanced majors, in person on campus.

Requirements include a master's degree in a closely related field; a terminal degree and prior higher education instruction experience are preferred. Candidates should submit a CV, cover letter, and references via the online portal.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a closely related field required.
• Terminal degree and prior higher education instruction experience preferred.
• Applicants should demonstrate a commitment to inclusive teaching and student success.

Responsibilities

• Teach on-ground biology courses such as Concepts in Biology, Anatomy & Physiology, Ecology, Genetics, and related areas.
• Create and maintain inclusive, engaging learning environments and assess student learning effectively.
• Promote the mission and values of Sacred Heart University and collaborate with colleagues across departments.

Education

Master's degree in a closely related field

Terminal degree and prior higher education instruction experience preferred

Prior higher education instruction experience preferred

Job description

Posted Monday, August 24, 2026 at 4:00 AM

As the second-largest independent Catholic university in New England, and one of the fastest-growing private doctoral institutions in the U.S., Sacred Heart University is a national leader in shaping higher education for the 21st century. SHU offers nearly 90 undergraduate, graduate, doctoral and certificate programs on its Fairfield, Conn., campus. Sacred Heart also has a campus in Dingle, Ireland, and offers online programs. More than 10,000 students attend the University’s nine colleges and schools: Arts & Sciences; Communication, Media & the Arts; Social Work; Computer Science & Engineering; Health Professions; the Isabelle Farrington College of Education & Human Development; the Jack Welch College of Business & Technology; the Dr. Susan L. Davis, R.N., & Richard J. Henley College of Nursing; and St. Vincent’s College. Sacred Heart stands out from other Catholic institutions as it was established and led by laity. The contemporary Catholic university is rooted in the rich Catholic intellectual tradition and the liberal arts, and at the same time cultivates students to be forward thinkers who enact change—in their own lives, professions and in their communities. The Princeton Review includes SHU in its Best 388 Colleges–2023 Edition, and Best Business Schools–2023 Edition. Sacred Heart is home to the award‑winning, NPR‑affiliated radio station, WSHU, a Division I athletics program and an impressive performing arts program that includes choir, band, dance and theatre. www.sacredheart.edu

The Biology Department invites applications for the position of Adjunct Instructor. Adjunct instructors in the department have taught a variety of on-ground courses from non‑major lecture courses to major courses (lectures and/or labs) including Concepts in Biology, Anatomy & Physiology, Ecology, Genetics, and other areas. The Biology Department offers majors in Biology, Coastal & Marine Science, Molecular & Cellular Biology, and Neuroscience.

Requirements: A minimum of a master's degree in a closely related field is required. A terminal degree and prior higher education level instruction experience will be preferred.

The successful candidate will actively promote a collegial environment and consciously apply our mission and values to create a safe space where all may thrive and succeed.

Applicants should submit C.V., cover letter and the contact information for one personal reference via this online portal. Questions regarding this position may be addressed to Dr. Nicole Roy, Department Chair.

Sacred Heart University is a space that respects and embraces differences, recognizes the unique contributions that individuals can make, and creates a community that maximizes the potential of all faculty and staff. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from qualified candidates who reflect the wider world in which we live.