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Adjunct Faculty, Biology

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Position Title Adjunct Faculty, Biology
Position Number 999927
School/Division Hofstra College of Liberal Arts and Sciences-Natural Science
Department Biology
Full-Time or Part-Time Part-Time
Description
Hofstra University’s College of Liberal Arts and Sciences is pleased to invite applications for an adjunct faculty position (adjunct instructor or adjunct assistant/associate/full professor) in the Department of Biology to teach introductory biology lab courses and potentially courses in microbiology, physiology, or cell biology beginning in the Spring 2024 semester

The faculty member must be available for at least one to two hours of office hours per week and attend weekly lab instructors’ meetings. Teaching load is typically one or two courses per semester; maximum enrollment for a lab section is approximately 20 students.
Qualifications
  • Master’s degree in biology or closely related discipline.
  • Successful candidates will have demonstrated a commitment to promoting equity, diversity and inclusion in an educational environment.

Preferred Quals Summary
  • Prior university teaching experience is strongly preferred.
  • Both a PhD and teaching experience is required for appointment at the Adjunct Assistant Professor or greater level.
Special Instructions
Please upload the following with your application for consideration:
  • Cover letter with salary requirement
  • Curriculum vitae
  • Evidence of effectiveness as an educator
  • Address and phone number of three professional references

All applications received by December 1 will receive full consideration but the position is open until filled. Inquiries should be directed to Dr. Maureen K. Krause, Chair, Department of Biology, maureen.k.krause@hofstra.edu.
Deadline Open until filled
Tenure Track No
Date Posted 11/03/2023
EEO Statement
Hofstra University is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering diversity in its faculty, administrative staff and student body, and encourages applications from the entire spectrum of a diverse community.
Salary/Salary Range $1,387-$1,750 per credit
Additional Information

Hofstra University provides the above salary* as a good faith estimate of the starting pay range which considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience and education. In addition to the salary offered, we offer a collegial and inclusive culture, and a benefits program which includes generous paid time off, paid holidays, tuition remission for employees and eligible dependents, and a retirement plan with University contributions.

*Salary ranges indicated for positions covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement are in accordance with the CBA.

Documents needed to apply

Required Documents
  1. Curriculum Vitae
  2. References
  3. Cover Letter
Optional Documents
  1. Other

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