Lecturer - Biology

University of North Carolina Wilmington; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of North Carolina Wilmington invites applications for multiple full-time Lecturer positions in Biology beginning August 2027 at the Main UNCW Campus. Successful candidates will teach undergraduate courses across the introductory core curriculum and pre-health tracks, with potential online teaching.

Positions are renewable, non-tenure track, nine-month appointments with opportunities for summer teaching and possible promotions to Senior Lecturer based on performance.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience teaching undergraduate biology in higher education.
• Experience teaching microbiology, cell & molecular biology, genetics, biodiversity, anatomy & physiology, or intro biology.
• Experience supporting students pursuing healthcare, medicine, veterinary medicine, or related fields.
• Evidence of creating welcoming environments for diverse students.
• Experience with inquiry-based or active-learning teaching approaches.
• Experience developing new courses or contributing to undergrad program development.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate biology courses in the core curriculum and pre-health tracks.
• Possibility of online teaching as required by the department.
• Engage in departmental service and curriculum development.
• Participate in faculty mentorship and student advising where applicable.

Skills

Undergrad biology teaching

Student-centered teaching

Curriculum development

Diversity & inclusion

Health careers guidance

Education

Ph.D. in Biology

Ph.D. (ABD considered)

Job description

Lecturer - Biology

College: College of Science and Engineering - 323College

Dept/School: Biology & Marine Biology - 32310

Vacancy Number: 16F-801

Position Number: 651

Location of Workplace: Main UNCW Campus

Brief Summary of Work for this Position

The Department of Biology and Marine Biology at TheUniversityofNorthCarolinaWilmington invites applications from multiple full-time Lecturer positions beginning in August2027.

Successful candidates will teach undergraduate courses in ourintroductory core curriculum and/or our pre-health/pre-vet tracks to support the university's expanding commitment to preparestudents for careers in health and medicine. Candidates capable of teaching microbiology, cell and molecular biology, biodiversity, genetics, and/or anatomy and physiology are encouraged to apply. Full-time Lecturers are expected to take an active role in departmental service and may also develop additional courses and inquiry-based learning experiences, as determined by their interests, strengths, and departmental needs. Some online teaching may be required for the position.

These are renewable, non-tenure track positions with the possibility of promotions to Senior Lecturer and Principal Lecturer based on experience and performance. Lecturer positions are nine-month appointments with the opportunity to contribute to summer teaching for additional, competitive compensation.

The Department of Biology and Marine Biology has an excellent record of faculty development and mentorship and is committed to fostering new faculty to success.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

• Ph.D. in Biology or a closely related field. Pleasenote: ABD candidates will be considered;however, the PhD must be conferred by August 1, 2027,to be eligible for employment.

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Demonstrated experience or potential for teaching undergraduate biology courses in a higher education setting.
• Experience teaching or training in one or more of the following subject areas: microbiology, cell and molecular biology, genetics, biodiversity, anatomy and physiology, or other introductory biology courses.
• Experience supporting students pursuing careers in healthcare, medicine, veterinary medicine, or related fields.
• Evidence of creating a welcoming and supportive learning environment for students from diverse backgrounds.
• Experience with inquiry-based, active-learning, or other student-centered teaching approaches.
• Experience or potential for developing new courses, revising curriculum, or contributing to undergraduate program development.

Required Certifications or Licensure

No Required Certifications or Licensure

Primary Function of Organizational Unit

The Department of Biology and Marine Biology supports an excellent undergraduate program, with an emphasis on hands-on involvement of undergraduates in research and other applied learning activities. We also have an Ph.D. in Integrative, Comparative and Marine Biology, and Master's programs in both Biology and Marine Biology. Research and education are supported by core facilities on campus and at the Center for Marine Science, located 6 miles from the main university campus. We have an active faculty involved in a variety of research areas including molecular biology and bioinformatics, microbiology, developmental biology, coastal and estuarine ecology, invertebrate and vertebrate biology, and environmental biology. Modern Biology increasingly impacts the non-scientific world, facilitating solutions to technological, environmental, ethical, philosophical and political issues that are important to society. The Department of Biology and Marine Biology at UNCW strives to train the next generation of scientists and educators and prepare all students to make sound judgments based on a solid foundation of biological principles. The department provides an environment in which excellent teaching coupled with diverse research opportunities encourage our faculty to become leaders in their discipline. Our teaching emphasizes current theories of biological science, knowledge of basic investigative skills, and methods of critical inquiry. Our research programs, in both applied and basic aspects of discovery, value investigations of biological phenomena that impact the quality of life in our region and beyond. We lend our professional expertise to all endeavors that work for the improvement of the human condition and our environment. We believe the importance of modern biological principles must transcend the university classroom and enable our students to contribute as global citizens. In the pursuit of excellence, our department actively fosters, encourages, and promotes mutual respect, acceptance and open-mindedness among students, faculty, staff, and the broader community.

Excellent support for research is provided in unique department facilities on campus such as The Oriole Burevitch Large Animal Necropsy Facility and UNCW Marine Mammal Stranding Program as well as the Richard Dillaman Microscopy Facility. Resources at the Center for Marine Science (CMS) include; DNA sequencing facility, mass spectrometry facility, nutrient analysis lab, high performance computing cluster, running seawater systems and wet labs, a marine operations facility that includes five shops (dive, oceanographic instrumentation with a 7,000 gallon seawater test tank, aquaculture, and boat repair), a dock and fleet of research vessels ranging in size from 13 ft. to our newly commissioned 73 ft. vessel to facilitate water-based research activities. The Marine Biotechnology Center, Algal Resources Collection, and Shellfish Research Hatchery are collocated with CMS and support additional interdisciplinary research opportunities.

The department has an excellent record of faculty development and mentorship and is committed to assisting new faculty to succeed. In the pursuit of excellence, our department actively fosters, encourages, and promotes inclusiveness, mutual respect, acceptance and open-mindedness among students, faculty, staff, and the broader community. The department is especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute, through their research, teaching, and/or service, to the diversity and excellence of the academic community.

College/School Information

The College of Science and Engineering offers a variety of programs leading to Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degrees, as well as Doctor of Philosophy degrees in applied