Non-Tenure track instructor of Biology

The Department of Biology and Radiological Sciences at Suffolk University invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure track instructor of Biology beginning July 1, 2026. This is a one-year position that is renewable. Faculty responsibilities for this position include teaching lecture and lab courses in the Biology undergraduate major, especially Human Anatomy and Physiology I and II and could include other organismal or health-related courses in the department. The regular teaching workload is 8 course sections per year, typically broken down into 4 course sections per semester. Service to the department including student advising is expected, as is service to the College of Arts & Sciences and University. This is a 10-month on-campus position and the workload is 80% teaching and 20% service.

The successful candidate will have a Ph.D in biological sciences or terminal degree in a healthcare field, with demonstrated college/university teaching excellence. They will contribute to a rich tradition of experiential education that prepares our diverse students, 40% of whom are Pell eligible, for careers and civic engagement. We are seeking someone who will have a commitment to inclusive pedagogy and familiarity with methods that enable students across racial, ethnic, socio-economic, and ability groups to reach their maximum potential is a valuable qualification. We are looking for candidates excited about mentoring students, especially first-generation college students. Our department has a commitment to continuous improvement.

The Department of Biology and Radiological Sciences offers undergraduate degrees in Biology, Radiation Science, Radiation Therapy, a postbaccalaureate certificate in Radiation Therapy, and a master’s degree in Medical Dosimetry. The Department has a strong commitment to student development by providing high-quality instruction to a diverse student body. Faculty in the Department of Biology and Radiological Science have a range of expertise and perspectives in those fields, including molecular/cellular biology, organismic and evolutionary biology, and cancer care using radiation.

A complete submission will include a cover letter, CV, teaching philosophy, diversity statement, and the names of three references. Course evaluations should be submitted as well. For full consideration, applications should be submitted by May 1, though applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Initial interviews will be online. Inquiries about the position should be addressed to Eric Dewar (Co-Chair) at [email protected].

Not sure this is you? Contact us to find out! Research indicates that women and members of marginalized populations tend not to apply to jobs when they think they do not meet every qualification, when, in fact, they often do. Suffolk University is dedicated to a diverse and inclusive academic community. Diversity, equity and inclusion are woven into Suffolk University’s fabric. Founded in 1906 to provide access to legal education during the evening for

individuals who might not otherwise have been afforded that opportunity, Suffolk University consistently seeks to advance its history and mission as a school of access and opportunity. This mission is lived through our decisions at every level. U.S. News ranked Suffolk University among the top 100 universities in the country for social mobility. Suffolk was also listed 14th nationally in percentage of international students. Through student, faculty and staff recruitment and support, community engagement, curriculum development, and research, the University community works to advance equity for every student, every day. Learn more about how we manifest the core values of our mission at Suffolk DEI.

Suffolk offers substantial employee benefits, including retirement benefits, tuition remission for employees and their families, tuition exchange program with participating institutions, as well as health, dental, and life insurance, commuter benefits, and a strong employee assistance program. You can learn more about Suffolk University from our website (www.suffolk.edu). To learn more about the Department of Biology and Radiological Sciences, go to our department website (https://www.suffolk.edu/cas/degrees-programs/biology). 

Salary: $65,000.00 - $69,000.00