Visiting Assistant Professor, Biology and Biochemistry

Roosevelt University; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Roosevelt University seeks a Visiting Assistant Professor in Biology and Biochemistry for a full-time role starting August 2025. Candidates will be responsible for providing exceptional classroom and laboratory instruction and engaging in departmental duties, requiring a Master's degree and prior college teaching experience.

Benefits

Benefits detailed on university website

Qualifications

• Master's degree required in biological science or related field.
• Successful college teaching experience is a must.
• Experience in inclusive teaching methods preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-person lecture and laboratory instruction in biology and biochemistry.
• Engage in curriculum development and student support.
• Participate in department meetings and governance.

Skills

Successful college teaching experience

Inclusivity in teaching methods

Education

Master’s degree in biological science, biochemistry, or related field

Job description

Visiting Assistant Professor, Biology and Biochemistry

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Interested candidates must submit:

1. RU application for employment (available on web site). 2. Cover letter that describes your interest in the position and addresses the minimum and/or preferred qualifications. 3. Current resume. 4. Statement addressing teaching philosophy and prior teaching effectiveness. 5. Unofficial transcripts of all post-secondary education. 6. Names, addresses and phone numbers of three individuals qualified to assess your ability to perform the duties specified for this position

Position Information

Position Rank

Track

Position Title

Position Title Visiting Assistant Professor, Biology and Biochemistry

Category

Category Full-Time Faculty

Position Number

Posting Number

Posting Number F0000245

Location

Location Chicago

Open Date

Open Date 06/26/2025

Close Date

Open Until Filled? Yes

Job Type

Job Type Full-Time

Working Hours

Position Summary

Roosevelt University’s Department of Biological, Physical and Health Sciences seeks to fill a full-time, visiting faculty position on a 9-month contract, beginning August 2025.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES : The primary responsibility of this position is to provide in-person lecture and laboratory instruction in Biological Science and Biochemistry courses for health science, biology, and biochemistry majors and graduate students. Class assignments may include both day and evening courses. Additional responsibilities include student support, curriculum development, and participation in department and college-level meetings, working groups, and governance.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES include but are not limited to:

• Providing exceptional classroom and laboratory instruction in select upper-level and graduate courses in biology and biochemistry.
• Incorporating evidence-based teaching methods that enhance learning outcomes for a diverse population of students.
• Serving as a resource for students as they navigate relevant degrees and majors.
• Participating in the development, implementation, and monitoring of practices that promote safe and inclusive learning environments.
• Collaborating on the review and improvement of course materials, teaching methodologies, and assessment methods.
• Engaging in scholarly and/or professional development activities that inform teaching and pedagogy.

Roosevelt University offers many great benefits. Please review our benefits in further detail by clicking this link: https://rooseveltu.touchpointsonline.com/
The salary range for this position is $60,000-$65,000

Title IX Contact Information: Federal Title IX policy requires that all colleges and universities make known the contact information for the person responsible for coordinating its efforts to comply with Title IX regulations. At Roosevelt University, the Title IX Coordinator is Natasha Robinson. Her office is located in the Auditorium Building of the Chicago campus, 430 S. Michigan Avenue, AUD 476B. She can be reached at 312-281-3245 or [e-mail].

Do not contact this email address for inquiries about your job application; if you have questions, you may email [e-mail] .

Special Instructions Summary

Interested candidates must submit:

1. RU application for employment (available on web site). 2. Cover letter that describes your interest in the position and addresses the minimum and/or preferred qualifications. 3. Current resume. 4. Statement addressing teaching philosophy and prior teaching effectiveness. 5. Unofficial transcripts of all post-secondary education. 6. Names, addresses and phone numbers of three individuals qualified to assess your ability to perform the duties specified for this position

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

• Master’s degree in biological science, biochemistry, science education, or related field
• Documented successful college teaching experience

Years of Experience Required

Certification/Licensure Required

Minimum Qualifications

See Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in biological science, biochemistry, science education, or related field
• Experience using inclusive teaching methods to support student learning inside and outside of the classroom
• Experience in incorporating demonstrations and technology into teaching, including the use of tools such as open educational resources, online homework systems and course management software
• Experience in curriculum design and assessment, including using assessment results to improve course content and student learning outcomes
• Demonstrated ability in laboratory instrument operation and maintenance · Demonstrated ability to teach and mentor students in a range of majors and programs

Equipment Operated

Standard office equipment.

Working Conditions

Classroom, office and lab setting.

Priority Application Instructions

Departmental Contact Information

Kelly Wentz-Hunter, Ph.D. Dean, College of Science, Health and Pharmacy
Professor of Biology
College of Science, Health and Pharmacy
[phone] / [e-mail]

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Do you have a Master’s degree in biological science, biochemistry, science education, or a related field?
  • yes
  • no
• Do you have documented, successful college teaching experience?

  (Open Ended Question)