Lecturer (General Science)

Position Title: Lecturer (General Science)

Department: Biology

Campus Location:Washburn University

Application Deadline:Application review will begin as applications are received and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants can be assured of full consideration if submitted by April 23 2026.

Position Summary:
Washburn Universitys College of Arts & Sciences invites applications for a full-time 9-month lecturer position in general science. Appointment is expected to begin August 1 2026.

The College of Arts & Sciences at Washburn University offers required general education natural science lecture and lab courses that serve students across all degree programs. We seek candidates who are committed to student success and who demonstrate excellence in teaching introductory science courses with laboratory components. Preference will be given to candidates qualified to teach in multiple scientific disciplines specifically our Everyday Biology course as well as either Chemistry in Everyday Life or Physics in Everyday Life. Our science programs are known for their strong commitment to hands on learning and high quality instruction. Faculty in our science departments are dedicated educators who contribute to vibrant supportive learning environments.

Each selected candidate will have a demonstrated commitment to pursuing teaching excellence at Washburn University including a dedication to developing inclusive teaching practices that engage all learners.

About Washburn University:
Washburn University is a teaching-focused student-centered public institution located in the metropolitan setting of Topeka that has earned national recognition for its high-impact programs for first-generation students. Washburn has a student body of just over 7000 students a significant and growing number of whom are first-generation and Pell-Grant eligible. The University has created educational pathways for all students to be successful and achieve their educational goals.

Washburn is dedicated to recruiting and retaining a dynamic faculty staff and student body and cultivating a robust learning and working environment and curriculum. We employ more than one thousand faculty and staff on our campuses throughout Topeka and strive to offer competitive wages an excellent benefits program and a supportive culture and a healthy work/life balance. Washburn seeks to create an environment that reflects our core values for creating positive IMPACT: inclusion modernization partnership achievement community and 2024 Washburn was recognized as one of the best colleges in the nation to work for according to Great Colleges to Work For program.

Essential Functions:
Teach 12-faculty load hours per semester (either in-person or online according to departmental needs) or equivalent full workload as outlined in the faculty handbook.
Teach and develop undergraduate classes as assigned and as dependent upon College needs which will include general education natural science with lab lecture and lab courses.
Fulfill service expectations associated with the appointment by engaging in service activities in the department university and profession.
Perform additional job-related duties as assigned or as appropriate.

Required Qualifications:
Masters degree or higher in science education biology chemistry physics or a related field.
Demonstrated dedication to developing inclusive teaching practices that engage all learners.
Official educational transcripts required at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:
Completion of graduate coursework that qualifies the candidate to teach introductory lab based science courses in two or more areas.
Experience teaching at the secondary and/or post-secondary level.

Special Instructions to Applicants:
Please upload the following items as .pdf files to the additional documents fields via the electronic application:
a letter of interest and a statement of teaching philosophy.
Contact information for three professional references will be collected as part of the application process.
If you have questions about the position please contact Dr. Matt Arterburn Screening Committee Chair.
The successful candidate will be required to submit to a background check prior to hire.
Official transcripts are required once hired.