Adjunct Instructor for General Biology Lecture

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title:   Adjunct Professor for General Biology Lecture

Department: NSMC

Reports to:        C. Pappas, Chair                                          

Effective Date: 6/25/2026

# of Direct Reports:        0                          

# of People Supported: 1

Job Description:

The adjunct will teach the course BIO1001: Principles of Biology Lecture. The course is described as the following:

BIO1001: The first part of a two-semester lecture sequence, this course stresses the major biological principles and concepts that serve as the foundation for study in the biological and health-related fields. The first semester includes topics such as the chemistry of biological systems, cell and historical organization, membrane transport, and metabolism/cellular respiration. The BIO.1001-1002 sequence is strongly recommended; however, students may take BIO.1002 before BIO.1001.

The courses will be run fully in person.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

·       None.

Duties/Responsibilities:

·       Teach the course BIO1001. Lecture includes 2 lectures per week (1 hour and 20 minutes/ lecture session).

·       Days and times of available lectures are TBD with chair and hire.

·       Use Brightspace as a digital learning platform for course materials and grading

·       Hold 3 office hours per week

Required Skills/Abilities:

·       Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

·       Excellent interpersonal skills.

·       Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

·       Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.

·       Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

·       Strong leadership skills.

·       Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Qualifications:

Education: M.S., Ph.D., M.D., D.O., post-docs, or experienced academicians with a strong background in a related discipline (e.g.- biology)

Experience: Experience with teaching undergraduates preferred

Physical Requirements:

Prolonged periods of standing and walking around a classroom

Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Salary:

The salary for this position is dependent upon the adjunct union contract

Hours Expectation:

• 2 lectures per week (1 hour and 20 minutes/ lecture session), as well as 3 office hours per week.

Work Location:

In person (Manhattanville Campus)

Housing:

Housing is not provided.

Benefits:

Manhattanville University also offers a highly competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including tuition remission. For more information regarding benefits, please visit our benefits page: Manhattanville Benefits

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and qualified candidates may be invited to interview before the application deadline. We encourage you to apply early, as the position may be filled prior to the closing date.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of their employment.

Manhattanville University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  In compliance with Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act, and other applicable federal and state statutes, all recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting for all job classifications will be administered without regard to race, color, ancestry, age, sex, national origin, pregnancy or childbirth, disability, military veteran status or other applicable status protected by law, including state of employment protected classes.  If you are unable to complete this application process, contact Manhattanville Human Resources at View email address on ziprecruiter.com to ask for assistance.