Lecturer in Biology

About the role

The Lecturer in Biology is a full-time, 10-month faculty position focused on teaching lectures, laboratory, and discussion sections as determined by expertise and the needs of the department. Key working relationships include working with other faculty members and key staff members across campus.

Responsibilities

• Lead instructor for labs to plan and execute instructional delivery patterns for each class meeting.
• Know the Learning Management System (LMS) platform and Publish Digital platforms for assigned courses.
• Troubleshoot technical and digital material issues with Publisher representatives and university IT representatives.
• Monitor student progress on achieving learning goals and grade assignments/assessments.
• Supervise multiple laboratory sections in PHSL-P261 and establish standard laboratory protocols and routines to be followed by adjunct/lab instructors.
• Hold in-person office hours in line with current College and University guidelines.

Requirements

• Required Qualifications: Master’s degree in biology or related discipline or Master’s degree in another discipline with 18+ credit hours of upper-level Biology and ancillary science courses (e.g., chemistry, geology, environmental sciences, etc.). Demonstrated experience in teaching lectures and laboratories at the undergraduate level. Ability to lift/carry 20 pounds (for laboratory setup and preparation).
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience teaching and supervising Anatomy/ Physiology courses and labs at the undergraduate level. Experience working underserved students in STEM. Experience in assessing and revising courses.

Contact

Questions regarding the position or application process can be directed to Ming Gao, Chair of the Search and Screen Committee, Indiana University Northwest, 3400 Broadway, Gary, IN 46408, minggao@iu.edu

Additional Qualifications

All candidates must be eligible to work in the United States as of the position start date. The department is unable to sponsor visas for this position. For questions about work eligibility, the search committee can connect you with the IU Office of International Services.

Salary and Rank

Salary is commensurate with experience and education.

Special Instructions

Interested candidates should review and complete the online application that requires uploading curriculum vitae; letter of application; statement of teaching philosophy; and list of three references with contact information to include mailing address, e-mail address, and telephone numbers at . Review date begins May 6, 2026: (Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee). Final date: May 20, 2026: Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

For Best Consideration Date

N/A

Expected Start Date

08/01/2026

Posting Number

IU-101504-2026