Lecturer Position in Microbiology, Fall 2026

Ursinus College; Collegeville (PA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A private liberal arts college in Pennsylvania is seeking a Lecturer in Microbiology for Fall 2026. The role includes teaching a microbiology lecture and lab sections. Applicants must hold a Master's degree in a relevant field and have teaching experience. Responsibilities include preparing lectures, grading assignments, and managing course materials. The position offers an opportunity to contribute to the education of students in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a relevant field is mandatory.
• Experience within educational settings is preferred.
• Strong knowledge in microbiology required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare lectures and laboratory exercises.
• Submit textbook and course syllabus.
• Grade assignments, quizzes, exams, and lab reports.

Skills

Teaching experience

Laboratory experience

Curriculum development

Education

Master’s degree in Biological Sciences/Microbiology/Immunology or related discipline

Job description

Lecturer Position in Microbiology, Fall 2026

The Biology Department at Ursinus College invites applications for an adjunct instructor to teach microbiology during the fall semester (August 24, 2026, to December 18, 2026). The position will teach a microbiology lecture (Tuesday/Thursday morning) and two sections of microbiology lab (Thursday afternoon). A minimum of a Master’s degree in the Biological Sciences/Microbiology/Immunology or Developmental Biology, or Anatomy and Physiology, or a closely related discipline from an accredited College or University is required. Preference will be given to candidates with substantial teaching, laboratory, and curriculum development experiences.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepare lectures and laboratory exercises
• Submit textbook and course syllabus
• Circulate course materials via Canvas learning management system
• Prepare and grade assignments, quizzes, exams, and lab reports
• Enter information in Colleague Self-Service reporting and grade submission

Ursinus College is an independent, co-educational, residential liberal arts college of 1500 students located about 25 miles northwest of center city Philadelphia. Ursinus College is an action/equal opportunity employer (EOE). Submit letter of application, CV, and graduate transcripts (unofficial transcripts are acceptable at this point in the application procedure) to [insert microbiology Oracle link]. Recommendations will be required upon interview. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the positions are filled.