Part-Time Genetics Instructor - Spring 2027 (On Campus)

Grand Canyon University Inc.; Phoenix, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 83,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition benefits for adjunct employees

401(k)

Employee perks and discounts

Gym and Fitness Center

Canyon Health & Wellness Center

Job summary

Grand Canyon University in Phoenix, AZ seeks an adjunct instructor for Genetics for the Spring 2027 semester. This writing-intensive, on-campus course emphasizes Mendelian, molecular, and population genetics with small class sizes to foster active learning.

Ideal candidates hold a Master’s or Doctorate in a Biological Science with genetics emphasis and can demonstrate effective classroom leadership, mentoring, and alignment with GCU’s mission and values.

Qualifications

• Preferred: Doctorate or Master's in Biological Science with emphasis in genetics or molecular biology.
• Minimum: Master's in any field with 18 graduate credits in Biology emphasizing genetics or molecular biology.
• Evidence of ability to teach genetics in a traditional campus setting.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate classroom lecture and discussions.
• Engage students in learning course objectives and topics.
• Assess student performance and mentor success in the classroom.
• Uphold the University’s Doctrinal Statement, Ethical Position Statement, and Mission.

Skills

Lecture facilitation

Student mentoring

Communication skills

Education

Doctorate in Biological Science with genetics emphasis

Master's in Biological Science with genetics emphasis

Job description

Grand Canyon University in Phoenix, AZ seeks an adjunct instructor for Genetics for the Spring 2027 semester. This writing-intensive, on-campus course emphasizes Mendelian, molecular, and population genetics with small class sizes to foster active learning.

Ideal candidates hold a Master’s or Doctorate in a Biological Science with genetics emphasis and can demonstrate effective classroom leadership, mentoring, and alignment with GCU’s mission and values.