Post University

Associate Faculty for Life & Physical Science (Main-Campus)

Location
Waterbury, CT
Pay
$2,305 per course
Type
Part-time · In-Person
Posted
November 3, 2026

About this position

*On-site presence to teach courses on our main-campus is required* *Rate of pay is $2,305 per course taught per semester* Who We Are Post University is a thriving organization with an unfolding, amazing success story centered on one mission - changing the lives of its students and associates. Our approach is simple, authentic, and unique. At Post University, each day begins and ends with a demonstration of distinct behaviors unique to our culture and way of life. Our team of passionate professionals daily embraces a culture that celebrates bold ideas, supports individual growth, and puts our students at the heart of everything we do. For more than 130 years, Post University has been dedicated to student success, serving thousands of learners across our online, main campus, undergraduate, and graduate programs. We value diverse experiences and perspectives and seek individuals who are passionate about contributing to a collaborative and student-focused community. Due to Post-specific operational and administrative considerations, the position is not approved to be performed in Alaska, California, Hawaii, or New York. Candidates must be physically located and perform their work from an approved state. Position Summary: The Program of Life and Physical Science at Post University is seeking qualified, dynamic educators to join our pool of part-time Associate Faculty. Candidates will teach undergraduate courses on main campus (Waterbury, CT). Our curriculum supports student success across the B.S. in Biology and B.S. in Health Science degree programs, while delivering foundational general education coursework for non-science majors. Subject Areas & Course Needs: We are seeking instructors capable of teaching in one or more of the following disciplines: Chemistry: General Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Biochemistry (Main Campus & Online) Physics: Introductory & General Physics (Main Campus & Online) Biological Sciences: Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Developmental Biology, and Evolutionary Biology and Computational Biology (Main Campus) Health Sciences: Anatomy & Physiology, Medical Terminology (Main Campus & Online) Public Health & Administration: Fundamentals of Public Health, Health Administration (Main Campus & Online) Key Responsibilities: Deliver engaging, high-quality instruction aligned with university learning outcomes across online (Blackboard Ultra) and/or main campus modalities. Evaluate student coursework, maintain accurate academic records, and provide timely, constructive feedback. Support student retention and academic success through dedicated communication and accessibility. Qualifications: Education: Master's degree in a relevant scientific discipline or closely related field required; Ph. D. preferred. Experience: Prior professional teaching experience required. Technology: Familiarity with Learning Management Systems (LMS). Application Requirements: To apply, please submit the following materials: Cover Letter Curriculum Vitae (CV) or Resume List of Professional References

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How the pay compares

Medians across listings on this board that disclose per-course pay, updated daily.

This listing
$2,305
Biology & Life Sciences median
$3,108/ course, n=113

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