Biology Adjunct Instructor

About Salem Academy and College

Salem Academy and College is the oldest continuously-operating educational institution for girls and women in the U.S. Since 1772 the institution has engaged in transformational change to innovate womens education. Founded with the mission of making education accessible to all Salem has a rich 254-year-old history and a long-standing track record of educating students who are prepared to make a bold impact locally nationally and globally through liberal arts education. Our graduates are committed to making the world a better healthier and more equitable place. Salem College is the nations only liberal arts college exclusively dedicated to developing the next generation of health leaders.

Position Summary

The Biology adjunct instructor teaches the lecture for a course in the Biology program preparing and delivering in-person learning activities designed to achieve course outcomes. Specifically this position is needed to teach the lecture portion of Principles of Biology an introductory course in biology for non-majors Tuesdays and Thursdays 8:00-9:20 am for the Fall 2026 Semester.

In consultation with the Biology Laboratory Coordinator who will teach the lab component of the course the adjunct instructor will develop course materials including a syllabus homework assignments and content for the Course Management System (CMS). They will evaluate and grade students class work online work assignments and examinations and hold a minimum of two regularly-scheduled office hours per week throughout the semester.

They must maintain and submit student attendance records grades and other required documentation by specified deadlines as well as prepare and maintain course materials within the Salem College CMS for each course taught and communicate with enrolled students and the Laboratory Coordinator through a Salem email account. Additionally they will participate in periodic meetings with one or more members of the Biology program faculty.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Teaches the lecture portion of a course in the Biology program

• Prepares and delivers in-person learning activities in order to achieve course outcomes
• In consultation with the Biology Laboratory Coordinator prepares course materials such as syllabi homework assignments and material for Course Management System (CMS)
• Evaluates and grades students class work online work assignments and examinations
• Holds a minimum of two regularly-scheduled office hours per week of classes throughout the semester
• Maintains and submits student attendance records grades and other required documentation by specified deadlines
• Prepares and maintains course material on the Salem College CMS
• Communicates with enrolled students and the Laboratory Coordinator through the use of a Salem email account

Participates in periodic meetings with one or more members of the Biology program faculty

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Masters degree or higher in Biology or related discipline with at least 18 graduate-level course hours in a biological science

• Excellent communication (verbal written and interpersonal) and organizational skills
• Sensitivity to respond appropriately to the needs of the community

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience teaching classes in Biology at the undergraduate or graduate level as instructor of record
• Experience in instructional technology
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite Google Workspace or equivalent

Physical Functions

While performing the responsibilities of the course instructor the employee is required to sit for varying lengths of time; bend reach lift push and pull up to 25 pounds; occasionally stand and walk; use hands and fingers to handle or feel and manipulate keys on a keyboard; perform extended periods of work at a computer workstation and view a computer monitor; perceive sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction and receive detailed information through oral communication; express and exchange ideas by means of spoken word; and work in a classroom setting.

Salem College is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color national origin age religion disability status sex sexual orientation gender identity veteran status pregnancy or any other characteristic protected by law.

For questions contact Traci Porter Director of the Biology Program