Biology Instructor | Temporary Full Time | I02504

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Slippery Rock (Butler County); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania invites applications for a temporary Instructor in the Biology Department. This instructor will teach 24 contact hours in a year of a combination of Science of Life (Non-majors science course, SCI 101) and introductory biology laboratory sessions.

The position covers a non-majors course and introductory labs, with scheduling to be determined. Preference for candidates with university teaching experience and a commitment to diversity and inclusive

Qualifications

• Master of Science in biology or closely related field.
• Commitment to the education of diverse populations.
• Successful performance in an interview and teaching demonstration.

Responsibilities

• Teach 24 contact hours per year.
• Teach Science of Life (SCI 101) and introductory biology laboratory sessions.
• Courses may be in-person or asynchronous online; some labs may be taught in-person.

Skills

Teaching experience

Diversity and inclusion

Interview and teaching demonstration

Education

Master of Science in biology or closely related field

Job description

Posting Details

Position Details

Posting Number

I02504

Classification Title

Instructor

Working Title

Biology Instructor | Temporary Full Time | I02504

Employee Group

Faculty

Bargaining Unit

APSCUF

Location

Main Campus

Department

Biology

Pay Rate

Employment Type

Temporary FT

Work Schedule

The Fall and Spring schedules are still to be determined. Thepositions will cover a non majors course (Scienceof Life- SCI 101)either in person or asynchronous online. Depending on schedulingneed and expertise, they also may teach in person introductorybiology laboratory sessions.

Position Summary Information

Position Summary

Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania invites applications for atemporary Instructor in the Biology Department. This instructorwill teach 24 contact hours in a year of a combination of Scienceof Life (Non-majors science course, SCI 101)and introductorybiology laboratory sessions.

Minimum Qualifications

Master of Science in biology or closely related field (For example:medical technology, physical therapy, physician assistant studies,etc.). Commitment to the education of diverse populations.Successful performance in an interview and teachingdemonstration.

Preferred Qualifications

Past experience teaching at the university level, specificallynon-majors introductory biology courses.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Date

Closing Date

Open Until Filled

No

Respect for Individuals in the Community

Slippery Rock University provides an environment that respects,encourages, and promotes the talents and contributions of all.Slippery Rock University values a community with a shared sense ofpurpose, where people demonstrate mutual respect and appreciation.Slippery Rock University values diversity that honors and includesall persons regardless of age, creed, disability, ethnic heritage,gender, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation, orsocioeconomic status in academic and extracurricular endeavor, inthe working environment, and in the daily life of the universitycommunity.

Notice of Non-Discrimination

Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania does not discriminate onthe basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,gender expression, national origin, religion, age, disability, orveteran status in its programs or activities in accordance withTitle IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans withDisabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and otherapplicable statutes and University policies.

Human Resources and Compliance

208 Old Main Building

104 Maltby Avenue

Slippery Rock University

Slippery Rock, PA 16057

724.738.2070

Special Instructions to Applicants

Graduate and undergraduate transcripts are required for thisposition. Applicants may upload either official or unofficialtranscripts using the “Transcript” selection under RequiredDocuments.

Official transcripts will be required prior to appointment.Recommended candidates will be required to complete criminalbackground check, including Act 34 Background Check and Act 151(Child Abuse) Background Check and Federal Criminal ( FBI )clearance prior to appointment. Full consideration will be given toapplications received by March 27, 2026.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Curriculum Vitae
2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
3. Unofficial Transcripts
4. Unofficial Transcripts 2

Optional Documents

1. Teaching Philosophy