Adjunct Faculty – General Microbiology Lab – Traditional Campus (Fall 2026) – College of Natural Sciences
Grand Canyon University · Phoenix, AZ · 4 mo ago
EducationPart-time
About the role
The College of Natural Sciences at GCU seeks adjunct faculty members to teach part-time, face-to-face courses in the General Microbiology Laboratory. This position is ideal for individuals passionate about teaching and mentoring students in a supportive environment.
Responsibilities
- Facilitate classroom lecture and discussions
- Engage students in learning course objectives and topics
- Affirmative assessment of student performance and mentorship
- Provide a positive example by supporting the University's Doctrinal Statement, Ethical Position Statement, and Mission
Requirements
- Minimum: Master's degree in any field with 18 graduate credit hours in Biology emphasizing microbiology
- PREFERRED: MS/Doctorate in a Biological Science with emphasis in microbiology
Qualifications
- Masters in any field with 18 graduate credit hours in Biology emphasizing microbiology
- Preferred: MS/Doctorate in a Biological Science with emphasis in microbiology
Skills
- Passionate educator
- Energetic advisor
- Expert in microbiology
- Positive role model
Benefits
- Tuition benefits specifically for the adjunct employee
- 401(k) plan
- Employee perks and discounts
- Gym and Fitness Center access
- Canyon Health & Wellness Center
Pay
- Details not specified
Schedule
- This is a face-to-face part-time opportunity
- MUST be available to come to the main campus
Why Work At GCU
- Tuition benefits specifically for the adjunct employee
- 401(k) plan
- Employee perks and discounts
- Gym and Fitness Center access
- Canyon Health & Wellness Center
Course Information
The General Microbiology laboratory supports further learning surrounding principles gained in the lecture. Students develop fundamental skills in microbiological laboratory techniques, microscopy methodologies, molecular methods of detection, and the isolation and identification of pathogenic microorganisms.
Application Instructions
Please submit your application along with your unofficial transcripts for any applicable conferred graduate degrees and any applicable licenses/certifications.