Adjunct Faculty
Cancer Biology
Biology Department
College of Arts & Sciences
JOB SUMMARY:
Adelphi University's Biology Department is looking for a dedicated individual to lead a Cancer Biology lecture course for the upcoming Spring 2025 semester (January 23 to May 19, 2025). This position is an excellent opportunity for experts who wish to impart knowledge and inspire both seniors and graduate students in the challenging and rewarding field of cancer biology.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Teach BIO658: Cancer Biology geared toward seniors and graduate (MS) students.
- Utilize an existing syllabus with the freedom to adapt and enhance it based on personal expertise and interests.
- Engage students with both theoretical knowledge and practical insights to prepare them for advanced careers or studies in cancer research.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- A doctoral degree in Biology, Cancer Biology, or a closely related field.
- Demonstrable expertise and a working knowledge of cancer biology.
- Strong communication skills and a proven track record in teaching at the higher education level.
- Ability to inspire and motivate students while fostering a collaborative and inclusive educational environment.
APPLICATION:
Interested candidates should submit the following materials online at:
- Interested candidates should apply online at www.adelphi.edu/hr/open-positions/
- Please submit your most recent CV along with a cover letter explaining your suitability for the role.
- Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
SALARY INFORMATION:
In compliance with New York’s Pay Transparency Act, the salary for this position is $1,732 per credit.
Adelphi University provides a comprehensive benefit package for faculty and staff employees. For a list of benefits provided to employees, please click here.
ABOUT ADELPHI:
Adelphi University, New York, is a highly awarded, nationally ranked, powerfully connected doctoral research university dedicated to transforming students’ lives through small classes with world-class faculty, hands-on learning and innovative ways to support academic and career success. Adelphi offers exceptional liberal arts and sciences programs and professional training, with particular strength in our Core Four—Arts and Humanities, STEM and Social Sciences, the Business and Education Professions, and Health and Wellness. Recognized as a Best College by U.S. News & World Report, Adelphi is Long Island’s oldest private coeducational university, serving almost 8,000 students at its beautiful main campus in Garden City, at learning hubs in Manhattan, the Hudson Valley and Suffolk County, and online. The University offers more than 60 undergraduate programs, more than 65 master’s degree and doctoral programs, and more than 35 certificate programs in the liberal arts, the sciences and professional training. With powerful partnerships throughout the New York area, more than 116,000 graduates across the country, a growing enrollment of students from 43 states and 64 countries, and rising rankings from top publications and organizations, Adelphi is a dynamic community that plays a leadership role on Long Island and in the region.
COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES
The College of Arts and Sciences at Adelphi University is a community of educators, learners, and citizens firmly committed to the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We believe that these principles enrich our entire community, foster healthy discussions, improve decision-making, and enhance the educational environment and outcomes of our students. We support initiatives, activities, discussions, and practices that uphold the equitable treatment of all members of our community and strengthen their sense of belonging at Adelphi. We relentlessly strive to become a model for a socially just and inclusive institution.
