Adjunct Professor of Biology

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About St. Francis College (SFC) Founded in 1859 by the Franciscan Brothers, St. Francis College (SFC) has a rich legacy of academic excellence and service. Located in Brooklyn, New York, SFC educates over 4,500 students, primarily from the five boroughs, with backgrounds representing over 70 countries and more than 40 languages. With a network of 20,000 alumni, the college has produced distinguished public servants, scientists, lawyers, business professionals, nurses, teachers, and members of the clergy. Rooted in Franciscan values of community, collaboration, and connection, SFC remains committed to providing a first-class, attainable, high-quality education to individuals of all racial, ethnic, and religious backgrounds, with a special focus on working-class New Yorkers. In 2021, the College launched a transformative initiative to restructure academic and programmatic offerings, aligning them with 21st- century career needs while expanding its reach locally and internationally. In 2022, SFC relocated to a modern, state-of -the-art campus in Downtown Brooklyn, ensuring it continues to prepare students for success in a rapidly evolving world. Job Summary: Reporting to the Chair of Biology Department, the Adjunct will teach Anatomy and Physiology. Candidates should have the ability and willingness to teach Anatomy and Physiology 1 and 2. Salary Range: $1,605 per credit - $1,730 per credit (Adjunct and Senior Adjunct) Essential Duties & Responsibilities: - Teach undergraduate biology courses in various formats, including in-person, hybrid, and online. - Instruct a range of biology courses, with preference for expertise in genetics, ecology, microbiology, or immunology (lecture and lab). - Develop and teach advanced biology courses in the candidate's area of expertise. - Conduct research and engage in scholarly activities. - Mentor students in coursework, research, and career development. - Support student research and internship opportunities in alignment with the College's mission. - Engage in departmental and College-wide service, including committees and academic initiatives. - Collaborate with faculty and students in a dynamic academic environment. Minimum Qualifications: - Ph.D. in Biology or a closely related field. - Experience using technology for multimodal learning. - Strong commitment to the College's mission, students, faculty, and staff. Interested applicants can apply by clicking here. St. Francis College is committed to providing opportunities to all persons without regard to sex, race, creed, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, marital status, gender identity or expression, predisposing genetic characteristics, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual orientation, status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law in its education programs and activities or employment. The College is an Equal Opportunity employer.

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