Biology Adjunct Faculty Pool - Academic Year 2025 - 2026 at Portland State University, College [...]

Position Summary Portland State University, College of Urban and Public Affairs, is recruiting outstanding adjunct instructors with expertise in core areas of biological and biomedical sciences. The Biology Department offers undergraduate, master’s, and PhD programs and seeks instructors to teach a variety of core biology courses. The specific course offerings and number of sections will depend on departmental needs and funding availability. Courses to be Taught BI207 / BI208 / BI209 Biology for Allied Health & Associated Labs BI221Z / BI222Z / BI223Z Principles of Biology BI234 Elementary Microbiology BI301 / BI302 / BI303 Human Anatomy & Physiology BI330 Introduction to Plant Biology BI357 General Ecology BI380 Microbiology BI388 Microbiology Techniques BI412/BI512 Animal Behavior BI423/BI523 Microbial Ecology BI435/BI535 Plant Systematics BI453/BI553 Biology of Aging BI455/BI555 Histology BI463/BI563 Neuroscience II: Sensory and Motor Systems BI471 Plant Ecology BI486/BI586 Pathogenic Bacteriology BI487/587 Immunology and Serology Minimum Qualifications MS in Biology (or closely related field) with biology teaching experience in undergraduate or graduate courses. Preferred Qualifications PhD Degree in Biology (or closely related field) with biology teaching experience in undergraduate or graduate courses. Key Cultural Competencies Creates an environment that acknowledges, encourages and celebrates differences. Functions and communicates effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities and cultural backgrounds. Seeks opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement. Adheres to all PSU’s policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct. Environmental Stewardship Contributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, practices resource conservation, and actively works toward achieving long‑term sustainability goals. Required Professional Standards of Conduct At Portland State University, all employees are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner that maintains a safe, respectful, and productive environment for faculty, students, administrators, and staff. Compensation Compensation is dependent upon qualifications and experience, with a minimum rate of $1,360 per credit hour. Application Instructions Please identify the course(s) you are interested in teaching and indicate your availability by time and day. Priority will be given to the applicant who is most qualified and whose availability matches the class offering time. Applicant Documents Required Documents Resume Cover Letter Statement of Interest Optional Documents Curriculum Vitae Statement of Teaching Philosophy Statement of Teaching Interest #J-18808-Ljbffr Payfuture Technologies