Biology Adjunct Instructor Pool AY 2026-2027

Title: Biology Adjunct Instructor Pool AY 2026-2027

Employee Classification: Adjunct Faculty

Campus: University of North Texas - Dallas

Division: DAL-Academic Aff & Stdnt Success

SubDivision-Department: DAL-School of Lib Arts & Sciences

Department: DAL-Natural Sciences-514140

Job Location: Dallas

Salary: $3500.00 per course

Retirement Eligibility: Not Retirement Eligible

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Department Summary

The University of North Texas at Dallas invites applications for Biology Adjunct Instructor Positions for Academic Year 2026-2027. The successful candidate will be expected to achieve excellence in teaching and to assist in further development of the UNT Dallas Department of Natural Sciences. At UNT Dallas we embody the values of Courageous Integrity Be Curious We Care Better Together and Show Your Fire. We seek a passionate educator who is committed to empowering students transforming lives and strengthening communities. The successful candidate will contribute to UNT Dallass mission to foster learning cultivate curiosity and create an environment of respect and belonging for all students.

Position Overview

Adjunct faculty plans classes and implements and evaluates teaching/learning objectives and student learning outcomes. Adjunct faculty undertakes the divisional and professional responsibilities of a part-time faculty member including office hours. The successful applicant will be expected to provide instruction for General Biology and upper level Biology courses and the associated labs (e.g. Microbiology and the associated lab). Most of these labs are offered in the afternoon or evenings. Instruction for science lecture courses (Earth Science Environmental Science) for non-majors may also be possible.

Minimum Qualifications

A Masters degree in Biology with outstanding teaching experience in teaching lower level Biology courses OR a Masters degree in Science Education with at least 18 graduate hours in Biology with outstanding teaching experience in teaching lower-level science courses.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Strong teaching skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and colleagues.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Biology with significant experience in Higher Education.
• Successful experience teaching adults in a post-secondary institution.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Experience teaching and developing online courses.

Physical Requirements

• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Lifting and moving objects up to 20 pounds.
• Moving self in various positions to perform tasks in tight and confined spaces.
• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting or standing.
• Repetitive motions that may include the wrists hands and/or fingers.

Environmental Hazards

• No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Work Schedule

Varies by Academic Schedule

Driving University Vehicle

No

Security Sensitive

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed additional references can be added after the application has been a professional CV; letter of application outlining applicants interest qualifications and experience for the position and unofficial graduate transcripts.

Benefits

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