Lecturer (10 Months) - Biological Sciences at InsideHigherEd

About University at Albany:

Established in 1844 and designated a University Center of the State University of New York in 1962, the University at Albany's broad mission of excellence in undergraduate and graduate education, research and public service engages a diverse student body of approximately 17,000 students in nine schools and colleges across three campuses.

Located in Albany, New York, New York State's capital, the University is convenient to Boston, New York City and the Adirondacks.

Job Description:

The Department of Biological Sciences within the College of Arts and Sciences at the University at Albany invites applications for a full-time 10-month term appointed position at the rank of Lecturer to teach undergraduate biology courses, including microbiology. The position will commence in January 2026 and is renewable contingent upon successful performance and funding.

Generally, the successful candidate will teach one undergraduate microbiology lecture per semester as well as coordinate and supervise multiple laboratory sections. Additionally, the successful candidate will be expected to participate in student mentoring and other service-related activities within the Department of Biological Sciences, the College, and the University.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Teaching: Educating students, mentoring them, and fostering their intellectual development, which includes teaching undergraduate courses and course preparation and development.
• Service: Contributing to the governance and functioning of the university, college, and department including participating in recruitment and retention activities, and mentoring students.

Functional and Supervisory Relationships:

• Reports to: Department Chair
• Supervises the following positions: Teaching Assistants and Laboratory Instructors

Job Requirements:

Excellent organizational skills and multitasking abilities. Sound knowledge of microbiological principles and techniques. Demonstrated approachability and contribution to organizational unit.

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications:

• A Ph.D. or equivalent in biology, biological sciences, microbiology or related field from a college or University accredited by the US Department of Education or internationally recognized accrediting organization by August 15, 2026.
• One year of teaching experience in microbiology lecture with a laboratory at the undergraduate level
• Experience coordinating multiple laboratory sections
• Experience designing and coordinating a microbiology course suitable for both Biology majors and non-Biology majors
• Applicants must demonstrate an ability to develop inclusive and equitable relationships within our diverse campus community
• Applicants must demonstrate an ability to support diversity, equity, access, inclusion, and belonging relative to their role

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience mentoring undergraduate and/or graduate students in supervised research projects
• Experience supervising graduate teaching assistants and laboratory instructors
• Documented skills in modern bioinformatics methods

Working Environment:

• Typical office, classroom, and instructional lab environments

Additional Information:

Professional Rank and Salary Range: Lecturer (10Months), A0, Salary commensurate with experience

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Application Instructions:

Applicants MUST submit the following documents:

• CV
• Cover letter stating all the required minimum qualifications and any of the applicable preferred qualifications.
• Contact information for three references

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A review of applications will start on November 21, 2025 and the search will remain open until the position is filled.