BIOL 104 – Introduction to Environmental Science, Adjunct Position

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Brief Overview of type of faculty position we are seeking:

The Biology Department of the School of Sciences and Health Professions at Simmons University is seeking applicants for an adjunct instructor position in the Biology Department to teach Biol 104 - Introduction to Environmental Science effective January 13th 2026 and end May 18 2026.

Course Description

Biol 104 - Introduction to Environmental Science introduces basic principles of ecology and environmental science relevant to the interactions between humans and their environment unity and interconnections of life and processes that drive ecological health. Relevance of ecology to todays society with emphasis on natural resource use conservation and the relationships of ecological health to human health.

Responsibilities: The adjunct instructor will be responsible for lecturing and leading in class discussions on Mondays and Fridays for Biol 104 from 2:00PM to 3:20PM.

Requirements: Masters or Ph.D. degree experience teaching Environmental Science courses.

Preferred Qualifications: experience teaching Introduction to Environmental Science .

Instructions to Applicants: To apply please submit a cover letter (including the title of the position for which you are applying) and a CV. A brief teaching statement or additional supporting materials to document excellence in teaching such as course evaluations and syllabi of courses taught are optional and welcomed.

Application review will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Contact information for three professional references will be requested of selected applicants following initial review of applications.

Compensation: $6300

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This is non-benefits eligible position.

Actual compensation will be based on factors such as experience education skills equity and external market benchmarks that help guide compensation decisions. Our compensation philosophy is centered around a comprehensive package that includes pay retirement savings and other offerings that can be seen here as well as work-life balance initiatives such as flexible hours and remote work opportunities. We are committed to offering a package that empowers individuals to thrive in their roles contribute meaningfully and lead with confidence.

Instructions to Applicants: Please upload all applicable application materials (e.g. resume/cv cover letter writing sample teaching philosophy etc.) in the Application Materials box on page 2 (My Experience) of this application. Documents can be uploaded individually or as a combined document (e.g. PDF).

Simmons University is committed to inclusive excellence in all aspects of an individuals community experience. As a university committed to diversity equity and inclusion Simmons encourages applications from all under-represented groups. Simmons is committed to creating developing promoting and enhancing inclusive hiring practicesat all levels for all positionsensuring diverse talent pools and the delivery of a consistent positive candidate experience. Simmons is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to continuing to develop a more diverse faculty staff student body and curriculum.