Cellular-Molecular Biology - Part-Time Lecturer Pool

Cellular‑Molecular Biology – Part‑Time Lecturer Pool

The Department of Biological Science at CSU Fullerton invites applications for its Cellular‑Molecular Biology Part‑Time Lecturer Pool. We welcome applicants who are experienced and student‑centered to teach in the following subject areas.

• General Biology (lecture or lab)
• Introductory Cell and Molecular Biology (lecture or lab)
• Intermediate Cell and Molecular Biology (lecture or lab)
• Genetics
• Advanced Cell and Molecular Biology
• Advances in Biotechnology Lab (lab and discussion)
• Microbiology (lecture or lab)
• Molecular Virology
• Cellular Neurobiology
• Developmental Biology
• Stem Cell Biology
• Immunology
• Cancer Biology
• Plant Molecular Biology (lecture and lab)

Part‑time appointment to teach credit‑bearing biology courses in person at the lower division level. Responsibility for a course will be vested in the lecturer, sometimes under the direct supervision of a faculty member. Teaching assignments may include multi‑section coordinated courses that require adherence to coordinated course policies and the general syllabi.

• Providing classroom instruction.
• Preparing course materials and administering assignments to students.
• Administering examinations, grading student work, assessing student performance, and determining course grades.
• Holding scheduled office hours.
• Attending all weekly lab preparatory meetings.
• Participating in all class field trips, if applicable.
• Completing all necessary trainings.
• Attending Lecturers Meetings.

This pool of part‑time lecturers is maintained for flexibility. Qualified applicants will be contacted once positions become available. All appointments from the part‑time pool are temporary and are often made just prior to the start of the academic term; applicants must be available on very short notice.

• A Master’s or PhD degree in Cellular and Molecular Biology or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Prior teaching experience at the university level.
• Demonstrated ability to interact and work effectively with a culturally diverse student population, including first‑generation college students.

Successful applicants will also provide strong evidence of content knowledge in the subject areas listed above, spoken and written English communication skills, computer skills, and a professional presentation and demeanor.

Preference will be given to those with:

• Significant teaching experience working with diverse populations and fostering an inclusive environment.
• Current and ongoing full‑time relevant professional experience.

A complete online application is required for consideration. The following materials should be included.

• Letter of Interest or Cover Letter indicating which courses you are qualified to teach.
• Curriculum Vitae (CV).
• A list of three references with contact information.
• Copy of unofficial transcripts conferring your highest terminal degree.
• Summary of Classes Taught (include course catalog number, title, term, year, and campus).
• Inclusive Excellence Statement (no more than 500 words) describing your perspective on promoting and engaging a diverse student population.

• Three Letters of Recommendation highlighting teaching experience or potential. These must be on official letterhead and signed by the referee.
• Official transcripts from the institution’s Registrar, emailed to klau.

Applications will be reviewed as needed. Direct all questions to Karen Lau, Department Coordinator, klau.

Part‑time faculty are most needed in Fall and Spring semesters. The Fall term begins late August and ends mid‑December; the Spring term runs from mid‑January through the end of May. On occasion, part‑time faculty are needed during Summer Session segments.

Regular performance evaluations are conducted by the department in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement and University Policy Statement 210.070. These evaluations determine retention and future teaching assignments. Syllabi, assignments, and reading material may also be…