Adjunct Faculty - Biology Department
St. Paul, MNJob$6114–6851 stipendPosted 2 days agoSeen in employer's feed today
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The University of St. Thomas Biology Department seeks an adjunct faculty member to teach BIOL 208, Biological Communication and Energetics, during Spring 2027. The four-credit course covers cellular and molecular biology and meets in person three times weekly from early February to mid-May. Course materials and faculty mentorship are available, with some flexibility to modify materials. The appointment is non-tenure-track.
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OVERVIEW
The University of St. Thomas Biology Department invites applications for adjunct faculty members to teach a lecture course, BIOL 208 – Biological Communication and Energetics, during the Spring 2027 semester. The course is a 4-credit core Biology course (for majors) focused on cellular and molecular biology. Class size is capped at 48. Course materials are available for use, although the instructor will have some leeway in making modifications to suit their instructional goals. Mentorship will be provided by current faculty with experience teaching this course. The course is scheduled for 1:35-2:40PM on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays throughout the semester (early February to mid-May). All lectures will be in person.
Adjunct appointments are without tenure and are not tenure-track appointments.
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.
This posting is for continuous recruitment. Review of candidates will begin (as soon as possible).
The salary range for the College of Arts and Sciences Adjunct positions ranges from $6,114 - $6,851 (per 4 credit undergraduate course). Rate of pay is determined by academic credential and years of teaching experience.
Adjunct Faculty Teaching Responsibilities to Include:
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Deliver instruction using student-engaged pedagogical approaches
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Provide timely feedback to students re: their grades and progress in course
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
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Expertise in the subject matter covered in the courses (cell and molecular biology.)
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Experience leading a college-level class is preferred
Find more information about theBiology Department here. (https://cas.stthomas.edu/departments/areas-of-study/biology/)
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
Minimum Qualifications
- Ph.D. in a related field required
HOW TO APPLY
To be considered for this opportunity, all interested applicants must apply online athttps://www.stthomas.edu/jobs/. The application includes:
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Cover letter
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A detailed curriculum vitae or resume
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A statement detailing any previous teaching experience, including courses and/or topics the candidate is interested in teaching
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Contact information for three professional references
No references will be contacted without first getting the permission of the candidate.
Official job posting is available atwww.stthomas.edu/jobs.
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Posted Date (11/12/2026 11:35 AM)
CampusSt. Paul
Employment TypeAdjunct Faculty
FLSA StatusExempt/Salaried
How this job compares
Set against the 929 open Adjunct Faculty jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 13, 2026.
- Pay
- This posting$6114–6851 stipend
- US median$57/hr416 hourly ranges
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 46 open Adjunct Faculty jobs in Minnesota and 929 across the US. 5% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most in Minnesota
- University of St. Thomas (this employer)18 open
- Minnesota State14 open
- Augsburg University12 open
- Experience
- Adjunct Faculty postings that state a minimum ask for 3 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 2 to 3 years (281 postings).
- Education
- This posting asks for a doctorate or professional degree; 24 of the 929 open Adjunct Faculty jobs (3%) ask for a doctorate or professional degree.
Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 13, 2026. Figures based on too few postings are left out.
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