Adjunct Faculty - Departments of Biology & Neuroscience

The School of Science at Baldwin Wallace University invites applications for part-time, adjunct faculty positions in Biology and Neuroscience, with teaching duties beginning in August 2026. We seek candidates to teach undergraduate courses (lecture and lab) in areas such as introductory biology, neuroscience, and Microbiology for both Biology and Nursing majors. All courses are held in person on the Berea, OH campus, primarily during regular daytime teaching hours (Monday-Friday, 8AM to 5PM). For more information, course descriptions, and schedules, please visit the Biology Department website: https://www.bw.edu/academics/undergraduate/biology/

Responsibilities:

• Teach undergraduate courses, including lectures and laboratory sessions.
• Ensure adherence to safe and effective laboratory procedures.
• Mentor and support students academically and professionally.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of a master’s degree (M.S.) in a closely related field is required; a doctoral degree (Ph.D.) is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage with a diverse campus community.
• A demonstrated record of teaching excellence and a commitment to high-quality undergraduate education.
• Experience in designing and developing laboratory curricula is highly desirable.

Courses* Include:

• BIO-121: Principles of Biology: Cellular and Molecular Biology (with lab)
• BIO-122: Principles of Biology: Ecology, Evolution, and Biodiversity (with lab)
• BIO-203: Human Anatomy and Physiology I (Lab only)
• BIO-204: Human Anatomy and Physiology II (Lab only)
• BIO-211: Microbiology (with lab)
• NRO-110: Introduction to Brain & Behavior

*As of July 30, 2026, applications are still being accepted for the following course:

• BIO-121: Principles of Biology: Cellular and Molecular Biology (with lab)
  • Lecture MWF 11:50am-12:40pm, Labs T 9:35-11:45am and 12:15-2:25pm

Electronic applications are required. The application may be submitted on the HR Employment & Careers webpage at https://www.bw.edu/employment. Candidates should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching philosophy, unofficial transcripts, contact information for three references, and, if available, results of teaching evaluations. These documents must be uploaded as a single file at the time of application. Applications received by July 6th will be given first consideration. The positions will remain open until they are filled.

Baldwin Wallace University is an EEO employer and educator. We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. At BW, we support and encourage diversity in a variety of forms. We value and appreciate inclusive excellence in the classroom, within extracurricular activities, and as we engage our community partners.