Adjunct Professor, Biology

Position Summary

Prairie State College seeks to fill positions for Spring 2026

Semester begins the week of January 12 and ends May 14.

Please indicate the course(s) that you are interested in teaching within your cover letter. Teaching positions are in-person on the main campus.

BIOL-100 (General Education Biology) —4 Credits, 12 or 16-week course

Course Description :

This one-semester introductory course for non-science majors is designed to fulfill the general education requirement for life science with a laboratory. The course covers cell biology, genetics, evolution and diversity, plant and animal structure and functions, animal behavior, and ecology.

Reporting Relationship Essential Responsibilities Other Duties and Responsibilities Working Conditions / Physical Requirements Minimum Qualifications Master of Science with minimum of 18 graduate credit hours in biology or closely related area.

Experience in teaching in the above listed area at the college level.

Experience in conducting biology lab activities in the above listed area at college.

Excellent communication skills.

Experience using an LMS. Preferred Qualifications PhD. in Biology or closely related area.

Online teaching certification.

Anticipated Work Hours and Days Salary Adjunct faculty members at PSC are paid by the number of hours they are in the classroom (contact hours). Pay Schedule for new adjunct faculty : $934.98 per credit hour Benefits N / A Posting Date 10 / 22 / 2025 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants All applications must be submitted electronically on the website.

Please note in your cover letter which course(s) you are available to teach.