Part-Time Faculty in Microbiology

Boston College; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 24,165 - 27,300; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Office space

Job summary

Boston College's Biology Department in Chestnut Hill, MA invites applications for a part-time faculty position in microbiology for Health Professionals (Fall 2026). The sophomore-level, 3-credit course covers basic physiological and biochemical activities of bacteria and viruses, virulence factors, mechanisms of infection, antiviral drugs, host immune response, and vaccination strategies.

Enrollment cap is 80. Class times: MWF 1-1:50pm.

Qualifications

• Instructors teaching lecture courses must have an MS, PhD, or other advanced degree in an appropriate field of study.
• Post-doctoral fellows seeking university teaching experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver course lectures at the assigned course time.
• Write and grade examinations.
• Be available for 2-3 office hours per week.
• Write letters of recommendation when appropriate.

Skills

MS/PhD in microbiology

Post-doctoral experience welcome

Education

MS/PhD or advanced degree in biology/related field

Job description

Boston College: Morrissey College of Arts & Sciences: Biology

Location

Boston College, Chestnut Hill, MA

Open Date

May 01, 2026

Description

PART-TIME FACULTY POSITION IN MICROBIOLOGY

2026-2027

Biology Department seeks Instructors to teach the following class:

Microbiology for Health Professionals (Fall 2026): A sophomore level 3-credit microbiology course designed to prepare future health professionals. This course is a foundational course that covers basic physiological and biochemical activities of bacteria and viruses with an emphasis on virulence factors, mechanisms of infection, the use of anti-viral and antibiotic drugs, the host immune response, and efficacy of vaccination strategies. Enrollment cap is 80.

Class times:

MWF 1-1:50pm

The expected per course rate (paid over 4 months) for this position ranges from $8,055 - $9,100. The actual pay offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on the number of cumulative courses taught at Boston College. In addition, part time faculty in the Biology Department have shared office space to prepare lectures and meet with students. Responsibilities include:

• prepare and deliver course lectures at the assigned course time
• write and grade examinations
• be available for 2-3 office hours per week
• write letters of recommendation when appropriate

Qualifications

Qualifications: Instructors teaching lecture courses must have an MS, PhD, or other advanced degree in an appropriate field of study. We will consider post-doctoral fellows seeking university teaching experience.

Application Instructions

Candidates should submit their CV to apply.interfolio.com/185606 and include the names of two professional references. In the cover letter, please indicate how part-time teaching fits into your current and/or future professional goals and which of the above courses are of interest. Review of candidates will continue until the positions are filled.

Application Process

This institution is using Interfolio's Faculty Search to conduct this search. Applicants to this position receive a free Dossier account and can send all application materials, including confidential letters of recommendation, free of charge.

Boston College conducts pre-employment background checks as part of the hiring process.

Boston College is a Jesuit, Catholic university that strives to integrate research excellence with a foundational commitment to formative liberal arts education. The university is an equal opportunity employer. In concert with our Jesuit, Catholic mission, Boston College is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty and staff committed to teaching and working in a multicultural environment and strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and covered veterans.