The Department of Biological Sciences invites applications for a term (non-tenure track) faculty position as a Teaching Assistant Professor with teaching responsibilities commencing January 1, 2027 and finishing June 30, 2027. Subject to successful reappointment, we anticipate the position will continue with a 10-month contract (Sept. 1 – June 30).
We seek candidates with a demonstrated record of effectiveness or potential for success as both a laboratory coordinator and (lab/lecture) instructor for biology courses and a commitment to continued development as an educator. Responsibilities will include coordinating labs for large, multi-section courses in the General Biology core sequence, teaching lab/lecture in General Biology, as well as teaching courses and lab sections for science majors, non-science majors, and/or graduate students. The area of applicant specialization should be in at least one of the following areas: cellular and molecular biology or anatomy and physiology. The specific courses will depend on the area of applicant specialization and departmental need. Providing mentoring for course-based undergraduate student research and working with the Center for Teaching and Learning for continued professional development are also possibilities for motivated individuals.
Visit https://csh.depaul.edu/academics/biological-sciences/Pages/default.aspx for more information about the Department of Biological Sciences.
Qualifications
Required
- A MS or higher degree in a biological field
- At least one year of teaching at the college level
Preferred
- A PhD in a biological field
- At least one year of teaching at the college level as the instructor of record
Application Instructions
Applicants should submit a full and complete application that includes:
- A cover letter
- Curriculum vita
- Statement of teaching philosophy that addresses the instructor’s experience, perspectives, and goals in teaching students with a range of scientific experience and academic preparation
- Contact information for three professional references who will be contacted through the Interfolio system for a letter of reference
Review of applications will begin September 1, 2026, and continue until the position is filled. Candidates will not be considered until all the above materials are received. For additional questions about this position, please e-mail Dr. Joanna Brooke, Biological Sciences Search Committee and Department Chair at jbrooke@depaul.edu.
General Compensation/Benefits Statement DePaul University has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the qualifications, education, experience, and training of the selected candidate, the scope and responsibilities of the position, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information. The salary range for this 10-month position is $59,000 - $65,875, commensurate with qualifications and experience.
DePaul University offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, and tuition benefit. Further information regarding benefits can be found here: https://offices.depaul.edu/human-resources/benefits/Pages/default.aspx.
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