Visiting Biology Lecturer - Student-Centered Teaching

California State University San Marcos; San Marcos (CA); On-site; USD 61,458 - 67,049; Full time

Job summary

California State University San Marcos invites applications for a visiting assistant professor of Biology starting August 2026. The successful candidate will teach a variety of biology courses and mentor undergraduate research projects, contributing to departmental and community activities.

Minimum qualifications include a Ph.D. in Molecular or Cellular Biology, and a demonstrated commitment to teaching excellence. The anticipated salary range is $5,507 to $6,008 per full-time month, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated commitment to student-centered instructional practices.
• Ability to work cooperatively in a diverse campus community.
• Experience with modern molecular and computational approaches.

Responsibilities

• Teach introductory and upper-division biology courses.
• Mentor undergraduate research projects.
• Contribute to departmental and community activities.

Skills

Effective communication

Commitment to teaching excellence

Mentoring undergraduate projects

Education

Ph.D. in Molecular/Cellular Biology or related field

Job description

California State University San Marcos invites applications for a visiting assistant professor of Biology starting August 2026. The successful candidate will teach a variety of biology courses and mentor undergraduate research projects, contributing to departmental and community activities.

Minimum qualifications include a Ph.D. in Molecular or Cellular Biology, and a demonstrated commitment to teaching excellence. The anticipated salary range is $5,507 to $6,008 per full-time month, depending on experience.