Adjunct Faculty - Dept of Biology

  • 10003114
  • Fairfax, VA
  • Adjunct Faculty
  • Opening on: Aug 22 2025

Department: Central Reserves

Classification: Adjunct Faculty 

Job Category: Adjunct Faculty

Job Type: Part-Time

Location: Fairfax, VA

Workplace Type: On Site Required

Sponsorship Eligibility: Not eligible for visa sponsorship

Salary: Salary commensurate with education and experience

Criminal Background Check: Yes

About the Position:

The Department of Biology at George Mason University, College of Science, invites applications for adjunct faculty positions for the upcoming academic year. We are seeking dynamic and dedicated instructors to teach undergraduate courses and laboratories in areas such as:

General Biology (majors and non-majors)

  • Cell and Molecular Biology
  • Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
  • Anatomy and Physiology
  • Microbiology Genetics and related fields

Responsibilities:

  • Teaches assigned courses (lecture and/or laboratory) at the undergraduate level;
  • Develops course materials that support student learning and align with departmental goals;
  • Provides timely feedback, hold office hours, and support student success; and
  • Collaborates with faculty and staff to maintain high-quality teaching standards.

Required Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree in Biological Sciences or related field required; and
  • Commitment to inclusive, student-centered teaching.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • PhD degree in Biological Sciences or related field; and
  • Prior college-level teaching experience.

Instructions to Applicants: 

For full consideration, applicants must apply for Adjunct Faculty (matrix) at https://jobs.gmu.edu/. Complete and submit the online application to include three professional references with contact information, and provide a Cover Letter/Letter of Intent with Resume for review.  You also have the option of uploading a current CV if you would like to do so.

Posting Open Date: August 22, 2025

For Full Consideration, Apply by:  September 26, 2025

Open Until Filled:  Yes

 

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