Adjunct, Biology

Responsibilities

• Teach the undergraduate Human Anatomy and Physiology I course, covering the structure and function of the human body.
• Facilitate in-person laboratories, including the use of virtual dissection tables.
• Utilize standardized course materials, assessments, and activities provided via the Blackboard platform.
• Ensure all course planning and material posting is completed prior to the first day of class.
• Maintain presence for all course meetings and final exam periods, and hold office hours to assist students.
• Monitor student progress, grade assignments, and submit midterm and final grades by university deadlines.
• Complete required faculty training, such as cybersecurity training, during the semester.
• Support the mission, vision, and values of Elmhurst University.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in biology or a related field.
• Demonstrated knowledge of human anatomy and physiology.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching undergraduate students.

Benefits

• Compensation for a standard 1.0 credit (4 semester hour) course is $3,800-$4,000.
• New part-time faculty start at the Adjunct Level 1 rate of $3,800.

About the Company

Elmhurst University is a private institution dedicated to providing high-quality education and supporting the academic growth of its students through diverse programs in science, technology, and the arts.