Description

Position Details

Position Information

Working Position Title
Instructor, Biological Sciences (Creating a Pool for Anticipated Openings)

Classification Title
Instructor

Position Number

Posting Date
10/08/2025

Closing Date
09/30/2026

Priority Review Date

Business Unit Description
Faculty

Full-Time/Part Time
Full-Time or Part-Time

FTE
0.25 to 1.00

Position Status
Temporary

FLSA
Exempt

Job Code
2070

Union Representation
Union

Union Code
UPI - Univ Prof of Illinois, #4100

Unit/Department
Biological Sciences

College/Unit
College of LA&S Dean

Division
Academic Division

Location
PM 409

Link to Department Website or Custom Search Page
https://www.niu.edu/clas/biology/index.shtml

Position Summary, Requirements, and Qualifications

Position Summary, Requirements, and Qualifications

Overview

The Department of Biological Sciences at the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, Northern Illinois University ( NIU ), invites applications for instructor positions to create a pool for advance and short notice hiring. These will be part or full-time temporary instructor positions. Start dates vary based on programmatic needs.

We are seeking potential candidates to provide high-quality teaching in the areas of Biological Sciences who fully embrace NIU's mission of providing opportunity to a diverse student body by providing them with access to high quality education.

NIU is a public research university in DeKalb, IL, an affordable and growing community that is commutable distance from Chicago and Rockford metropolitan areas. Our 16,000+ student body is diverse, with many first-generation and racially and culturally diverse students. NIU prides itself on student-centered approaches to teaching and research, and has social mobility, equity, and inclusion at the heart of its mission. Recently, NIU was nationally recognized as a top college for diversity and LGBTQ+ students and has been named one of the Great Colleges to Work For two years in a row. The Department of Biological Sciences is committed to building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environments for all our students, staff, and faculty.

Applications are accepted continuously and reviewed as vacancies become available. There may not be an actual vacancy at the time you apply.

Position Summary

The Biological Sciences Instructor will be responsible for teaching various topics in Biology, including but not limited to, Introductory Biology, General Education, and Human Anatomical Sciences, at both the undergraduate level and graduate levels, supervising student teaching assistants, and holding office hours. Applicants may be required to provide "in person" instruction.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Teaching load will be no more than 13 credit hours during fall semester, no more than 13 credit hours during Spring semesters, and other duties as assigned.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Master's in Biological Sciences or closely related field
• Expertise or evident potential for quality teaching in Biology at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.

Additional Requirements

None

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Biological Sciences or closely related field
• Experience teaching and mentoring students of diverse backgrounds

Physical Demands Summary

• Typical instructional/classroom environment

Appointment and Compensation Details

Appointment and Compensation Details

Anticipated Appointment Start Date
Start dates vary based on programmatic needs.

Anticipated Appointment End Date

Percent of Staff Year
0.75

Standard Hours Per Week
Hours will vary

Salary
Commensurate with experience and qualifications. NIU offers a robust benefits package.

Hourly or Semi-monthly Pay Rate/Range
Commensurate with experience and qualifications. NIU offers a robust benefits package.

Earn Type
Salary

Application Procedure

Application Procedure

Application Procedure

Prospective applicants should visit https://employment.niu.edu/postings/87301 ­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­ to apply online and upload the following materials:

Required Documents

• Cover letter
• Resume/CV
• Teaching Evaluations (if applicable)
• List of three professional references
• Unofficial transcripts (official upon hire)

Special Instructions

None

Quick Link to Applicant
https://employment.niu.edu/postings/87301

Is Background Check Required
Yes

EEO Statement Summary

In accordance with applicable statutes and regulations, NIU is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, age, disability (physical and mental), marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender (identity and expression), political affiliation, or any other factor unrelated to professional qualifications, and will comply with all applicable federal and state statutes, regulations and orders pertaining to nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Ethics and Compliance Officer, Title IX Coordinator
Health Services Building Room 230
TitleIXCoordinator@niu.edu
815-753-5560

Visa Policy

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

ADA Accommodation

NIU remains committed to ensuring that its recruitment and application procedures include full opportunities for applicants with disabilities. Employment opportunities will not be denied to anyone because of the need to make accommodations for a person's disability during either the application or interview process. An applicant who believes they require an accommodation to participate in the employment process due to a disability may request that accommodation through the Accommodation Request Form . For further assistance, please contact the office of Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity ( AAEO ) at ada@niu.edu .

Safety Information

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Read the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report .
Contact the Ethics and Compliance Office at 815-753-9364 for a hard copy.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Resume/Curriculum Vitae
3. Transcripts (unofficial with official required at hire)
4. List of at least 3 Professional References

Optional Documents

1. Teaching Evaluation

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).