Adjunct Professor – Biology/Biomedical Science

University of Pikeville

. Teach key areas of biomedical science, including cell biology, molecular biology, and biochemistry, as they relate to human health and disease .

Posted 10/26/2026part-timeRemote • Kentucky • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in teaching Biomedical Sciences, including Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, and Biochemistry, while effectively utilizing online education tools like Canvas to create engaging instructional materials and assessments. Provides mentorship and academic guidance to foster student success in a remote learning environment.

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Ph.D. Or Equivalent Terminal DegreeOnline Instruction ExperienceCanvas Learning Management SystemCurriculum DevelopmentStrong Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Cell BiologyMolecular BiologyBiochemistryGeneticsPhysiologyResearch DesignAssessment DevelopmentInstructional Material DevelopmentOnline Course DeliveryAccelerated Course Teaching

Soft Skills

MentorshipAcademic GuidanceEffective CommunicationIndependent WorkCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

CanvasDigital Tools For Online EducationLearning Management Systems

Industry Keywords

Biomedical ScienceOnline LearningAsynchronous LearningGraduate Level TeachingCurriculum Evaluation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Teach key areas of biomedical science, including cell biology, molecular biology, and biochemistry, as they relate to human health and disease
Teach Foundations in Biomedical Sciences and capstone courses
Describe and integrate fundamental concepts across biochemistry, cell biology, genetics, and physiology
Help students develop focused research questions, synthesize literature, design and execute scholarly products, and communicate findings in written and oral formats
Deliver online instruction in accelerated eight-week courses using Canvas
Develop and maintain lectures, lecture notes, learning objectives, PowerPoint presentations, syllabi, and assessments
Design and administer examinations and other assessments
Create an engaging and supportive online learning environment
Provide academic guidance, mentorship, and timely feedback
Participate in curriculum development, review, and evaluation
Collaborate with program leadership and faculty to support academic goals and student success
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Ph.D. or equivalent terminal degree in subject
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently and effectively in a remote instructional environment
Proficiency with technology and digital tools used in online education
Previous experience teaching in an online or asynchronous learning environment preferred
Experience using Canvas or a comparable Learning Management System preferred
Experience teaching accelerated courses at the graduate level preferred
Demonstrated ability to develop engaging online instructional materials and assessments preferred
Successful final applicants must undergo a background investigation, including a criminal history record check and, when appropriate, financial and/or motor vehicle history
Application materials must include a letter of interest, current curriculum vitae, copies of transcripts, a teaching philosophy statement, and contact information for three to five professional references

Benefits

Comp & perks

Part-time faculty members are encouraged to attend professional development workshops
Professional development focused on educational technology, student engagement, and effective teaching methods
Equal opportunity employment
Safe and productive learning, living, and working community