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Lecturer, Biology

Cuyahoga Community College • Highland Hills, OH

Not Applicable Posted April 17, 2026 Job link

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Teaches a full range of courses including anatomy and physiology, microbiology, ecology/environmental courses, biological chemistry, and major and non-major biology.
Other responsibilities include student conferences, maintaining office hours, and participating in course preparation and evaluation, continuing education and community services programs.
Prepares and delivers lectures to students on various topics in relation to a specific discipline
Evaluates and grades students’ class work, laboratory work, assignments and papers
Prepares course materials such as syllabi, homework assignments and handouts
May be assigned to teach courses on campus or at partner high schools, conduct adjunct instructor observations, and contribute to program development
Keeps abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, speaking with colleagues and participating in professional conferences
Maintains student attendance records, grades and other required records
Initiates, facilitates and moderates classroom discussions
As needed, advises students on academic and vocational curricula and on career issues
Plans, evaluates and revises curricula, course content and course materials and methods of instruction
Compiles, administers and grades examinations
Collaborates with colleagues to address teaching and research issues
Maintains regularly scheduled office hours to advise and assist students
Selects and obtains materials and supplies such as textbooks and laboratory equipment
May serve on academic or administrative committees that deal with institutional policies, department matters and academic issues
May participate in campus and community events

Commitments

Requisition ID: req6786 Employment Type: Full-Time Faculty Union Position: Non-Union Work Schedule: Classes as assigned, standard office hours, other hours as necessary Number of Openings: 3 Maintains regularly scheduled office hours to advise and assist students May participate in campus and community events This Lectureship is for one Academic Year, classes beginning in Fall 2026. Ability to work a combination of days/evenings/weekends is required. Assignments may include working at multiple sites/campuses. The following documents must be attached to your on-line employment application: Scanned copies of your transcript (original, unofficial, or photocopy) for the required degree and copies of current required licenses/certifications. Please indicate your current name of the transcript if it differs from the name on the transcript. Applicants selected for interview must provide official transcripts for the required degree at the time of interview. Please note that the required degree must be conferred/completed prior to submission of your application. Please DO NOT include other transcripts or documents not requested such as letters of reference or past evaluations; only the transcript and required licenses/certifications will be forwarded to the search committee. Faxed copies of transcripts, licenses, or certifications will not be accepted. Special Note: If hired, you must reside in the state of Ohio and be within commuting distance of this work location/campus to respond to onsite work demands upon the employment start date and throughout the duration of your employment with the College, as outlined in 3354:1-40-01.1 Recruitment and Selection Procedure . Special Instructions to Applicants: During the application process, you may be required to attach a cover letter and/or resume. It is recommended that you have these documents ready to be attached electronically to the online application. This system accepts only MS Word or PDF attachments. Any employment with the College is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check and drug screen. Equal Opportunity Statement: Cuyahoga Community College is committed to attaining excellence through the recruitment and retention of a qualified workforce. Cuyahoga Community College is an equal employment/educational opportunity institution.

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Requirements

Master of Science Degree or higher in Biology or biological sciences with 18 graduate hours in Biology
Teaching experience
Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Suite (or equivalent)
Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and pedagogy, teaching and instruction for students
Advanced communication (verbal, written and interpersonal) and organizational skills
Logic and reasoning skills to identify solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems
Sensitivity to respond appropriately to the needs of a diverse population
This Lectureship is for one Academic Year, classes beginning in Fall 2026.
Ability to work a combination of days/evenings/weekends is required.
Applicants selected for interview must provide official transcripts for the required degree at the time of interview.
Please note that the required degree must be conferred/completed prior to submission of your application.

Preferred Skills

PhD in biological sciences
Online teaching experience
Community college teaching experience
This Lectureship is for one Academic Year, classes beginning in Fall 2026.
Ability to work a combination of days/evenings/weekends is required.
Assignments may include working at multiple sites/campuses.

Education

(Not required) – Master of Science Degree or higher in Biology or biological sciences with 18 graduate hours in Biology
(Not required) – PhD in biological sciences
(Not required) – Community college teaching experience
(Required) – Scanned copies of your transcript (original, unofficial, or photocopy) for the required degree and copies of current required licenses/certifications.
(Required) – Applicants selected for interview must provide official transcripts for the required degree at the time of interview.
(Required) – Please note that the required degree must be conferred/completed prior to submission of your application.
(Required) – Please DO NOT include other transcripts or documents not requested such as letters of reference or past evaluations; only the transcript and required licenses/certifications will be forwarded to the search committee.

Department: Biology
Location: College-Wide
Reports To: Assoc Dean, Nat Sci - M & E
Recruitment Type: External/Internal
Requisition ID: req6786
Employment Type: Full-Time Faculty
Union Position: Non-Union
Work Schedule: Classes as assigned, standard office hours, other hours as necessary
Number of Openings: 3
Job Description:
Description:
Teaches a full range of courses including anatomy and physiology, microbiology, ecology/environmental courses, biological chemistry, and major and non-major biology. Other responsibilities include student conferences, maintaining office hours, and participating in course preparation and evaluation, continuing education and community services programs.

Prepares and delivers lectures to students on various topics in relation to a specific discipline
Evaluates and grades students’ class work, laboratory work, assignments and papers
Prepares course materials such as syllabi, homework assignments and handouts
May be assigned to teach courses on campus or at partner high schools, conduct adjunct instructor observations, and contribute to program development
Keeps abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, speaking with colleagues and participating in professional conferences
Maintains student attendance records, grades and other required records
Initiates, facilitates and moderates classroom discussions
As needed, advises students on academic and vocational curricula and on career issues
Plans, evaluates and revises curricula, course content and course materials and methods of instruction
Compiles, administers and grades examinations
Collaborates with colleagues to address teaching and research issues
Maintains regularly scheduled office hours to advise and assist students
Selects and obtains materials and supplies such as textbooks and laboratory equipment
May serve on academic or administrative committees that deal with institutional policies, department matters and academic issues
May participate in campus and community events
Required Qualifications:

Master of Science Degree or higher in Biology or biological sciences with 18 graduate hours in Biology
Teaching experience
Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Suite (or equivalent)
Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and pedagogy, teaching and instruction for students
Advanced communication (verbal, written and interpersonal) and organizational skills
Logic and reasoning skills to identify solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems
Sensitivity to respond appropriately to the needs of a diverse population
Preferred Qualifications:

PhD in biological sciences
Online teaching experience
Community college teaching experience
This Lectureship is for one Academic Year, classes beginning in Fall 2026. Ability to work a combination of days/evenings/weekends is required. Assignments may include working at multiple sites/campuses.
The following documents must be attached to your on-line employment application:

Current resume
A cover letter
A one-page statement explaining how you promote student learning and achievement
Scanned copies of your transcript (original, unofficial, or photocopy) for the required degree and copies of current required licenses/certifications. Please indicate your current name of the transcript if it differs from the name on the transcript.
Applicants selected for interview must provide official transcripts for the required degree at the time of interview. Please note that the required degree must be conferred/completed prior to submission of your application.
Please DO NOT include other transcripts or documents not requested such as letters of reference or past evaluations; only the transcript and required licenses/certifications will be forwarded to the search committee. Faxed copies of transcripts, licenses, or certifications will not be accepted.

$ 46,348 minimum; offer based on education and/or experience.
Special Note: If hired, you must reside in the state of Ohio and be within commuting distance of this work location/campus to respond to onsite work demands upon the employment start date and throughout the duration of your employment with the College, as outlined in 3354:1-40-01.1 Recruitment and Selection Procedure .
Special Instructions to Applicants: During the application process, you may be required to attach a cover letter and/or resume. It is recommended that you have these documents ready to be attached electronically to the online application. This system accepts only MS Word or PDF attachments. Any employment with the College is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check and drug screen.
Equal Opportunity Statement: Cuyahoga Community College is committed to attaining excellence through the recruitment and retention of a qualified workforce. Cuyahoga Community College is an equal employment/educational opportunity institution.