Adjunct Instructor, Biology

Salary: $35.85 - $38.30 Hourly Location : Durham, NC Job Type: Adjunct Instructor (PT) Job Number: 25-26-00008 Division: Academics and Guided Career Pathways Department: Biological Sciences Opening Date: 07/30/2025 Closing Date: 9/30/2026 11:59 PM Eastern FLSA: Exempt Description Do Great Things! The Adjunct Instructor is responsible for course preparation, delivery, grading, and records management. The Instructor will work closely with his or her Discipline Chair on matters related to and for the benefit of the department and its students. Examples of DutiesTeach all courses, as assigned, for the full duration of scheduled instruction Be fully prepared with a syllabus and instructional plans for each classes in accord with the stated objectives of the course Enforce academic policy and procedures at all times, and comply with institutional rules and regulations Maintain complete course and student records, reports, and forms Stay current with developments in the fi eld of instruction Assume other necessary responsibilities and perform additional tasks as assigned by the chair, department dean, chief instructional officer, or president, in meeting the needs of the department, division, and college Assume responsibility for laboratory/classroom preparation, including maintenance and cleanup, and recommend, as necessary, appropriate laboratory supplies and equipment Complete all mandatory training. Minimum Qualifications Master's Degree in Biology or related field with at least 18 graduate semester hours in biological sciences. (Enrolled in a PhD program "or at least 18 semester hours of biological sciences " Supplemental Information Physical Demands: Reasonableaccommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. The physical and mental demands described as follows are representative of those that must be met by an employee in performing the essential functions of this job: Ability to sit and/or stand for long periods of time Ability to move between classrooms, buildings, and campuses Ability to express or exchange ideas Ability to lift, at times, 10 lbs. Good eye/hand dexterity Normal Working Hours: Specific work hours are to be determined by the scheduled class hours and by consultation with the supervisor.? Hours are not guaranteed but are based on student enrollment and faculty needs. This position is not eligible for benefits. For more information, please visit 01 Do you have a Master's Degree or a Doctoral Degree in Biology or a related field with at least 18 graduate semester hours in biological sciences? Yes, I have a Master's Degree in Biology or a related field with at least 18 graduate semester hours in biological sciences, or I am enrolled in a PhD program. Yes, I have a Doctoral Degree in Biology or a related field with at least 18 graduate semester hours in biological sciences. No, I do not have a Master's Degree or Doctoral Degree in Biology or a related field, nor do I have at least 18 graduate semester hours in biological sciences, nor am I enrolled in a PhD program. 02 Do you have experience teaching Biology, or related subjects, at a university or community college? Yes No Required Question

Created: 2026-03-04