Job Title:           Adjunct Faculty, Biology
Department:     Biology and Chemistry
Reports to:       Chair
Salary:              $3120/4 credit course
Date available: Positions will be open until filled.
 
OVERVIEW OF THE UNIVERSITY
Washington Adventist University (WAU) is a Christ-centered institution of higher education that
supports a culture of excellence where all feel valued.  Nestled in a desirable residential
community in Takoma Park, Maryland, WAU offers its faculty and staff an environment where
professional expertise is valued and lasting connections between co-workers are formed as we
work together to ensure the success of our students.  Regardless of title, every employee supports
WAU’s vision of producing graduates who bring moral leadership and competence to their
communities.

SUMMARY
The Department of Biology and Chemistry at Washington Adventist University is seeking
candidates to expand its pool of adjunct faculty teaching day and evening classes.
 Applicants submitting applications are applying for a non-tenure, part-time position but
with significant input in course design. This appointment may be renewed upon
satisfactory review and need.
 Applications will be reviewed periodically based on student enrollment needs. The
selected applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are interviewed and decisions to
hire applicants are made at the discretion of the Department.

PRIMARY DUTIES
 Teach lectures and laboratories for majors and non-majors biology courses.
 Teach pertinent course content using lectures, demonstrations, class discussion, and other
appropriate modes of educational delivery that promote educational and learning
processes.
 Prepare course outline and syllabus, develop course and lesson plans, and engage in the
selection of textbook and other teaching aids necessary to the instruction of courses
 Engage and assist students by providing notes, timely grades, and feedback via a
Learning Management System (LMS).
 Supervise and maintain laboratories and equipment.
 Supervise lab safety during laboratory sessions, preparation, and clean-up.

QUALIFICATIONS
 Master’s or Ph.D. degree in Biological Sciences or a related field from an accredited
college or university.
 Academic coursework in anatomy and/or physiology or environmental science is
preferred.
 Ability to integrate technology into course delivery.
 Ability to communicate and work with a diverse population of students both in and
outside the classroom.
 Excellent written and oral communication skills.
 Prior college or university laboratory teaching experience preferred.
 Knowledge of, and commitment to, the university’s philosophy and mission.
 
Title VII Exception Notice
Washington Adventist University is a religiously qualified Equal Opportunity Employer under
Title VII of the Civil Rights Act.  As such the University has the legal right to prefer a member of
the Seventh-day Adventist ("SDA") Church in its hiring process. In the event that a qualified SDA
candidate is not identified, the University will give the opportunity to candidates who must
understand and respect the mission, purpose, and identity of Washington Adventist University as
a condition of their employment.