Biology Professor - Part-Time Adjunct

Houston Christian University; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 62,000; Part time

Job summary

Houston Christian University seeks an Adjunct Professor of Biology to teach undergraduate courses in a Christian environment. This part-time academic role emphasizes effective teaching and student learning, with semester-by-semester opportunities beginning Fall 2027 or later.

We value scholarly expertise in biology, demonstrated teaching ability, and a commitment to mentoring students both in lecture and laboratory settings.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a master's degree in biology with 18 graduate semester hours in biology.
• A completed doctorate in biology and demonstrated record of quality teaching is preferred.
• Able to teach lecture and laboratory in introductory biology, microbiology, anatomy and physiology, and general biology.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes a course syllabus for each course, following departmental and institutional guidelines.
• Provides timely access to students via electronic communication and other methods.
• Evaluates students by established means to measure progress and inform them of progress.
• Maintains professional relationships with students, colleagues, and the community.
• Submits paperwork and forms in a timely fashion.
• Department chair will evaluate adjunct faculty upon completion of course.
• Available to students outside of the classroom.

Skills

Teaching

Student engagement

Course planning

Education

Master's degree in Biology

18 graduate hours in Biology

Doctorate in Biology (preferred)

Job description

Houston Christian University seeks an Adjunct Professor of Biology to teach undergraduate courses in a Christian environment. This part-time academic role emphasizes effective teaching and student learning, with semester-by-semester opportunities beginning Fall 2027 or later.

We value scholarly expertise in biology, demonstrated teaching ability, and a commitment to mentoring students both in lecture and laboratory settings.