Lecturer

Position Information Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and must maintain authorization throughout employment. This position is not eligible for sponsorship. This position is contingent upon the availability of sufficient funding. Employment Status Faculty / Type Title Area of Study Cell Biology, Immunology Start Date Begins Fall Semester 2026 About the College Spelman College seeks teacher/scholars dedicated to excellence in teaching and to the continued enhancement of the academic environment for students and colleagues. Founded in 1881, Spelman College is a private four‑year liberal arts college located in Atlanta, GA. The oldest historically Black college for women in the United States, Spelman is a member of the Atlanta University Center Consortium and Atlanta Regional Consortium for Higher Education. Position Description The Department of Biology seeks outstanding instructors dedicated to excellence in the biological sciences for a 1‑year lecturer position beginning Fall 2026. The Department has a strong and well‑established record of advancing the success of women of African descent in STEM disciplines through excellence in education, mentorship, and training. We seek candidates who are committed to fostering student achievement and preparing women of African descent to excel in STEM careers and graduate study. The successful candidate will hold a graduate degree in Biology or a closely related field and demonstrate the ability to teach 16 credit hours per academic year at the undergraduate level in one or more traditional sub‑disciplines of Biology, including Population Biology, Organismal Biology, Cell Biology, and Molecular Biology. In addition to teaching responsibilities, the candidate will be expected to contribute meaningfully to curriculum development, advise and mentor undergraduate students, and engage in service to the Department and the College community. Candidates who demonstrate a strong commitment to teaching, mentoring, and supporting women and students from historically underrepresented groups in STEM through instruction, research, and service are especially encouraged to apply. Qualifications Ph.D. in Biology or related area. Posting Information Posting Number: F695P Open Date: 05/13/2026 Close Date: Open Until Filled Yes EEO Statement Spelman College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are a smoke‑free campus. Documents Needed To Apply Cover Letter of Interest Transcripts (unofficial) Curriculum Vitae #J-18808-Ljbffr Spelman College (Old)