Lecturer Position in Microbiology, Fall 2026, Collegeville

Job Description

Lecturer Position in Microbiology, Fall 2026

The Biology Department at Ursinus College invites applications for an adjunct instructor to teach microbiology during the fall semester (August 24, 2026, to December 18, 2026). The position will teach a microbiology lecture (Tuesday/Thursday morning) and two sections of microbiology lab (Thursday afternoon). A minimum of a Master's degree in the Biological Sciences/ Microbiology/Immunology or Developmental Biology, or Anatomy and Physiology, or a closely related discipline from an accredited College or University is required. Preference will be given to candidates with substantial teaching, laboratory, and curriculum development experiences.

Duties and Responsibilities: Prepare lectures and laboratory exercises Submit textbook and course syllabus Circulate course materials via Canvas learning management system Prepare and grade assignments, quizzes, exams, and lab reports Enter information in Colleague Self-Service reporting and grade submission

Ursinus College is an independent, co-educational, residential liberal arts college of 1500 students located about 25 miles northwest of center city Philadelphia. Ursinus College is an action/equal opportunity employer (EOE). Submit letter of application, CV, and graduate transcripts (unofficial transcripts are acceptable at this point in the application procedure) to [insert microbiology Oracle link]. Recommendations will be required upon interview. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the positions are filled.

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Ursinus College is a selective, independent, co-educational, residential liberal arts college of approximately 1500 students located about 25 miles northwest of center city Philadelphia. With a diverse community of students, it is an expectation of all faculty to contribute to the inclusion, engagement, and success of all students. Ursinus is an EEO employer. Ursinus College does not discriminate on grounds of race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, age, creed, ancestry, veteran status, marital status, disability, or other classification protected by applicable law in the administration of any of its educational programs or activities or with respect to employment.