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Biology Instructor | Temporary Full Time AY 2025-2026 | I02344

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Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Graduate and undergraduate transcripts are required for this position. Applicants may upload either official or unofficial transcripts using the "Transcript" selection under Required Documents.

Official transcripts will be required prior to appointment. Recommended candidates will be required to complete criminal background check, including Act 34 Background Check and Act 151 (Child Abuse) Background Check and Federal Criminal (FBI) clearance prior to appointment. Full consideration will be given to applications received by March 25, 2025.

Posting Details

Position Details

Posting Number I02344

Classification Title Instructor

Working Title Biology Instructor | Temporary Full Time AY 2025-2026 | I02344

Employee Group Faculty

Bargaining Unit APSCUF

Location Main Campus

Department Biology

Pay Rate

Employment Type Temporary FT

Work Schedule

For Fall, one in person section of SCI 101 is expected to be scheduled for MW10-11:40am and two additional sections of asynchronous online SCI 101 will also be scheduled.

5 office hours over 3 days

Schedule for spring has yet to be determined.

The times and modality of the SCI101 class session are subject to change.

Position Summary Information

Position Summary

Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania invites applications for a temporary Instructor in the Biology Department. This instructor will teach three sections of the non-majors course, Science of Life ( SCI 101), in the Fall 2025 and Spring 2026 semesters.

Minimum Qualifications

Master of Science in biology, or commensurate training (for example, certified clinical laboratory scientist, physical therapist, physician assistant, masters of science education, etc). Commitment to the education of diverse populations. Successful performance in an interview and teaching demonstration.

Preferred Qualifications

Past experience teaching at the university level, specifically non-majors introductory biology courses.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Date 02/26/2025

Closing Date

Open Until Filled No

Respect for Individuals in the Community

Slippery Rock University provides an environment that respects, encourages, and promotes the talents and contributions of all. Slippery Rock University values a community with a shared sense of purpose, where people demonstrate mutual respect and appreciation. Slippery Rock University values diversity that honors and includes all persons regardless of age, creed, disability, ethnic heritage, gender, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic status in academic and extracurricular endeavor, in the working environment, and in the daily life of the university community.

Notice of Non-Discrimination

Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, religion, age, disability, or veteran status in its programs or activities in accordance with Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and University policies.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Assistant Vice President of Human Resources and Compliance/Title IX Coordinator

008 Old Main Building

104 Maltby Avenue

Slippery Rock University

Slippery Rock, PA 16057

724.738.2016

Special Instructions to Applicants

Graduate and undergraduate transcripts are required for this position. Applicants may upload either official or unofficial transcripts using the “Transcript” selection under Required Documents.

Official transcripts will be required prior to appointment. Recommended candidates will be required to complete criminal background check, including Act 34 Background Check and Act 151 (Child Abuse) Background Check and Federal Criminal ( FBI ) clearance prior to appointment. Full consideration will be given to applications received by March 25, 2025.