Visiting Faculty - Biological Sciences

100 Miami University; Hamilton (OH); On-site; USD 3,000 - 6,000; Part time

Job summary

Miami University seeks Visiting Faculty (part-time temporary) in Biological Sciences to teach undergraduate biology and/or microbiology courses at the Hamilton, Middletown, and Oxford campuses on a per-course basis beginning Fall 2026. Assignments are made each semester.

Qualified candidates hold a Master’s degree or ABD in Biology or related field; PhD considered with postdoctoral experience and/or teaching at the college level. Background check and E-Verify apply.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or ABD in Biology or closely related field by date of appointment.
• Consideration may be given to candidates with a doctorate in Biology or a closely related field by date of appointment, postdoctoral experience and/or prior teaching experience at the college level.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate biology and/or microbiology courses at the Hamilton, Middletown, and Oxford campuses on a per-course basis beginning Fall semester 2026.
• Course assignments are made on a semester basis.

Education

Master’s degree or ABD in Biology or closely related field

PhD in Biology or closely related field

Job description

Job Title

Visiting Faculty - Biological Sciences Department

Job Type

Fixed Term (Fixed Term)

Job Description

Visiting Faculty (part-time temporary) in Biological Sciences to teach undergraduate biology and/or microbiology courses based at the Hamilton, Middletown, and/or Oxford campuses on a per-course, as needed, basis beginning Fall semester 2026. Course assignments are made on a semester basis.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree or ABD in Biology or closely related field by date of appointment.
• Consideration may be given to candidates with a doctorate in Biology or a closely related field by date of appointment, postdoctoral experience and/or prior teaching experience at the college level.

Additional Position Information

Required Application Documents: Cover letter and curriculum vitae.

Special Instructions

Inquiries may be addressed to Dr. David Berg at [e-mail].

Additional Information

Screening of applications will begin immediately and continue until positions are filled.

A criminal background check is required. All campuses are smoke- and tobacco-free campuses. This organization participates in E-Verify.

Remote Work

For positions that are approved for remote work: Remote work is not a right, it is a work arrangement that can be modified or revoked by Miami University at any time for any reason, including the convenience of the University.

Reasonable Accommodations

Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to [e-mail] or 513-529-3560. Questions and follow‑ups regarding requests should also be directed here.

Miami University Values Statement

Miami University is a scholarly community whose members believe that a liberal education is grounded in qualities of character as well as of intellect. We respect the dignity of other persons, the rights and property of others, and the right of others to hold and express disparate beliefs. We believe in honesty, integrity, and the importance of moral conduct. We defend the freedom of inquiry that is the heart of learning and combine that freedom with the exercise of judgment and the acceptance of personal responsibility. For more information on Miami University’s mission and core values, please visit the Mission and Core Values webpage.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement

Miami University, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, encourages applications from protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Miami University prohibits harassment, discrimination and retaliation on the basis of age (40 years or older), color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin (ancestry), pregnancy, race, religion, sex/gender, status as a parent or foster parent, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities, programs or employment practices.

Clery Act

As part of the University’s commitment to maintaining a healthy and safe living, learning, and working environment, we encourage you to read Miami University’s Annual Security & Fire Safety Report at http://www.MiamiOH.edu/campus-safety/annual-report/index.html, which contains information about campus safety, crime statistics, and our drug and alcohol abuse and prevention program designed to prevent the unlawful possession, use, and distribution of drugs and alcohol on campus and at university events and activities. This report also contains information on programs and policies designed to prevent and address sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. Each year, email notification of this website is made to all faculty, staff, and enrolled students. Written notification is also provided to prospective students and employees. Hard copies of the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report may be obtained from the Miami University Police Department at 513-529-2223.

Labor Law Posters for Applicants

Please visit our Labor Law Posters webpage to access all relevant and applicable labor law information.

About Miami University

Miami University is a major public university with a small college feel. Creating environments for learning excellence and providing career opportunities in Oxford, Hamilton, Middletown, West Chester and Luxembourg, our faculty, staff, and student employees are the fuel that drives Miami! We rank first nationally among public universities for best teaching by U.S. News & World Report. Our opportunities for growth and advancement are not limited to students in the classroom. Our faculty, staff, and student employees are highly valued for their contribution toward the Miami experience. Miami’s main campus is located in Oxford, Ohio, 35 miles north of Cincinnati. A true college town, Oxford features a wide variety of shops and restaurants within walking distance of the main campus. Our regional campuses are located in Hamilton, Middletown, and the Voice of America Learning Center in West Chester, Ohio. For faculty and staff, Miami offers a great work environment and competitive benefits. We invite you to experience Miami and see how you can support the University’s Mission.