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The Department of Biology & Behavioral Neuroscience at Rider University seeks an adjunct instructor of Biology for the Fall 2024 beginning September 4, 2024. This position is to teach two laboratory sections of our introductory course for majors (BIO 115: Principles of Biology I). Major topics include: the scientific method, macromolecules in biology, cell biology including cell division and gene expression, genetics and evolution. The position will involve using Canvas to manage lab section gradebooks, and administer and grade pre- and post-lab assignments.

Candidates must have a Master’s Degree in their field of study and demonstrated experience teaching undergraduate students. Experience teaching a diverse population of students.

Preferred candidates will have a PhD or other terminal degree.

The Rider University community is composed of faculty, staff and students from a wide range of cultural backgrounds.
Rider University is committed to fostering an inclusive, vibrant living and learning community that embraces students, faculty and staff of all backgrounds and enables them to achieve success.
Through reflection and open, respectful dialogue, we develop responsible citizens who demonstrate academic understanding and compassion to grow and serve as leaders in a diverse and global world.
Candidates with a demonstrated commitment supportive of the multicultural needs of Rider University and the surrounding community are highly desired.
Rider University is consistently ranked as a best college by U.S. News and World Report, The Wall Street Journal and The Princeton Review. For more than a decade, Rider has also been recognized in The Princeton Review’s Guide to Green Colleges for its sustainability efforts.
Rider University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer dedicated to excellence through diversity.

The completion of a background check is required for all new hires.