Portland State University, College of Urban and Public Affairs
Biology Adjunct Faculty Pool - Academic Year 2025 - 2026
Portland State University, College of Urban and Public Affairs, Portland, Oregon, United States, 97204
Biology Adjunct Faculty Pool – Academic Year 2025 – 2026
Portland State University, College of Urban and Public Affairs invites applications for the Biology Adjunct Faculty Pool for the 2025–2026 academic year.
Position Summary We seek outstanding applicants for local adjunct instructors with expertise in core areas of biological and biomedical sciences and teaching experience to teach the following biology courses. Course offerings and the number of sections will be based on available funds and departmental needs.
Courses to Teach
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/graduate courses.
Preferred Qualifications
PhD in Biology (or closely related field) with biology teaching experience in undergraduate/graduate courses.
Cultural Competencies
Creates an environment that acknowledges, encourages and celebrates differences.
Communicates effectively and respectfully within diverse beliefs and identities.
Seeks opportunities to gain experience working in inclusive settings and is willing to change for continual improvement.
Adheres to all PSU policies on prohibited discrimination, harassment and professional conduct.
Professional Standards of Conduct 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. Please review the PSU Professional Standards of Conduct at www.pdx.edu/hr/professional-standards-conduct.
Compensation Compensation is dependent upon qualifications and experience with a minimum rate of $1,360 per credit hour.
Application Instructions Please identify course(s) that you are interested in and available to teach. Indicate time and day of availability. Priority will be given to the applicant who is most qualified and whose availability matches class offering times.
Required Documents
Resume
Cover Letter
Statement of Interest
Optional Documents
Curriculum Vitae
Statement of Teaching Philosophy
Statement of Teaching Interest
Posting Close Date 05/29/2026
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Position Summary We seek outstanding applicants for local adjunct instructors with expertise in core areas of biological and biomedical sciences and teaching experience to teach the following biology courses. Course offerings and the number of sections will be based on available funds and departmental needs.
Courses to Teach
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/graduate courses.
Preferred Qualifications
PhD in Biology (or closely related field) with biology teaching experience in undergraduate/graduate courses.
Cultural Competencies
Creates an environment that acknowledges, encourages and celebrates differences.
Communicates effectively and respectfully within diverse beliefs and identities.
Seeks opportunities to gain experience working in inclusive settings and is willing to change for continual improvement.
Adheres to all PSU policies on prohibited discrimination, harassment and professional conduct.
Professional Standards of Conduct 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. Please review the PSU Professional Standards of Conduct at www.pdx.edu/hr/professional-standards-conduct.
Compensation Compensation is dependent upon qualifications and experience with a minimum rate of $1,360 per credit hour.
Application Instructions Please identify course(s) that you are interested in and available to teach. Indicate time and day of availability. Priority will be given to the applicant who is most qualified and whose availability matches class offering times.
Required Documents
Resume
Cover Letter
Statement of Interest
Optional Documents
Curriculum Vitae
Statement of Teaching Philosophy
Statement of Teaching Interest
Posting Close Date 05/29/2026
#J-18808-Ljbffr