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    University of St. Thomas

    Higher Education

    Adjunct Faculty - Biology Department

    St. Paul, United StatesOn-SiteFull-time$6k – $6.7k / yearPosted 1mo ago
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    OVERVIEW

    The University of St. Thomas Biology Department invites applications for adjunct faculty members to teach lecture course - BIOL 207 – Genetics, Ecology, and Evolution during the Fall 2026 semester. Adjunct appointments are without tenure and are not tenure-track appointments. BIOL 207 is 4-credit core course for Biology and related majors. Course materials are available for use. Mentorship will be provided by current faculty with experience teaching these courses. Class size is capped at 48.

    This posting is for continuous recruitment. Review of candidates will begin (as soon as possible).

    Salary Range: 

    The salary range for the College of Arts and Sciences Adjunct positions ranges from $5,994 to $6,717 (per 4 credit undergraduate course). Rate of pay is determined by academic credential and years of teaching experience.

    The course is scheduled for 12:15-13:20AM on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays throughout the semester (early September to mid-December). All lectures are in person

    We seek candidates interested in facilitating meaningful experiences between students and faculty that empower undergraduate students to find success and to solve challenging problems in service of the common good.

    Adjunct Faculty Teaching Responsibilities to Include:

    • Deliver instruction using student-engaged pedagogical approaches
    • Provide timely feedback to students re: their grades and progress in course

    Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

    • Expertise in the subject matter covered in the course (evolutionary genetics, evolutionary biology, and ecology)
    • Experience leading a college-level class is preferred

    Find more information about the Biology Department here.

    The University of St. Thomas embraces belonging and equal opportunity for all. Our convictions of dignity, diversity and personal attention call us to embody and champion an inclusive environment.  The University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EEO).  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, or other protected characteristic.  This commitment to inclusion and equal opportunity is consistent with our mission: Inspired by Catholic intellectual tradition, the University of St. Thomas educates students to be morally responsible leaders who think critically, act wisely, and work skillfully to advance the common good.  A successful candidate will possess a commitment to the ideals of this mission.

    QUALIFICATIONS

    The required minimum qualification is a PhD in related field.

    HOW TO APPLY

    To be considered for this opportunity, all interested applicants must apply online at https://www.stthomas.edu/jobs/. The application includes:

  1. Cover letter
  2. A detailed curriculum vitae or resume
  3. A statement detailing any previous teaching experience, including courses and/or topics the candidate is interested in teaching
  4. Contact information for three professional references
  5. No references will be contacted without first getting the permission of the candidate.

    Official job posting is available at www.stthomas.edu/jobs.

    Job details are sourced from the employer's original posting.

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    University of St. Thomas

    The University of St. Thomas is a private Catholic research university in St. Paul and Minneapolis, Minnesota.

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