Adjunct Instructor – Aquatic Ecology (Lecture and Laboratory)

About the University

St. John’s, established in 1870, has two New York City campuses; international locations in Rome, Italy; Limerick, Ireland; and Paris, France; and study abroad locations around the world. The University offers more than 100 undergraduate and graduate programs in its six colleges and schools, with a growing number of programs offered online. A dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion is at the heart of our mission as a Catholic and Vincentian university.

About the Role

This course serves undergraduate students in both the Biological Sciences and Environmental Sciences programs. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment where students, faculty, and staff from all backgrounds can thrive.

Hiring rate: $12,621.00.

Responsibilities

• Teach two 1.5-hour lectures and one 4-hour laboratory session each week.
• Deliver instruction on aquatic ecosystem dynamics, water quality assessment, and the ecology and behavior of aquatic organisms.
• Maintain a safe, engaging, and inclusive learning environment.
• Assess student performance and submit grades in accordance with university policies.
• Update course materials as appropriate while building upon existing syllabi, lectures, laboratory exercises, and field activities provided by the department.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or Ph.D. in Ecology, Environmental Science, Aquatic Ecology, or a closely related field.
• Previous undergraduate teaching experience is preferred.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and life insurance.
• Long-term disability insurance.
• Tuition remission.
• Generous 403(b) employer contribution.
• Employee assistance program.
• Liberal paid time off policies.
• Access to performing arts, libraries, bookstores, dining facilities, campus recreation, and sporting events.