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Biology Instructor, Non-Tenure Track

University of the Pacific

United States, California, Stockton

3601 Pacific Avenue (Show on map)

Mar 17, 2025

Posting Details

Position Information

Title	Biology Instructor, Non-Tenure Track
Campus	Stockton
Department	Department of Biological Sciences
Posting Number	F00966
Full or Part Time	Full Time
Open Date	03/17/2025
Close Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Days Per Week
Weeks Per Year

Position Description

Primary Purpose and Essential Functions	The Department of Biological Sciences at the University of the Pacific invites applications for a two-year, full-time 9-month Instructor position starting July 1, 2025. Non-tenure-track faculty members collaborate in fulfilling the University's mission to provide a superior, student-centered learning experience integrating liberal arts and professional education and preparing individuals for lasting achievement and responsible leadership in their careers and communities. University of the Pacific is located in Stockton, California, named as the most racially and ethnically diverse big city in the United States in a 2020 US News & World Special Report. Essential Functions: Non-tenure track faculty members engage primarily in teaching. Teaching responsibilities may include General Biology, Genetics, Biochemistry, and potentially Microbiology depending on the candidate's expertise. Teaching responsibilities will be 6 courses over 2 semesters. Research is not an expectation of this position. However, shared space and resources could be provided to allow applicants to maintain research projects and engage undergraduate research students if desired. Area of specialization is open. University of the Pacific recognizes that diversity, equity, and inclusion is foundational to the success of our valued students and employees. We prioritize policy and decision-making that demonstrates awareness of, and responsiveness to, the ways sociocultural forces related to race, gender, ability, sexuality, socioeconomic status, etc. impede or propel students, faculty, and staff. Screening of applications will commence on March 24, 2025, and continue until the position is filled.
Minimum Qualifications	Doctorate degree in biology, or a closely related field. One (1) year educational or professional experience in the area of instructional responsibility.
Preferred Qualifications	Postdoctoral experience. Experience as primary instructor of record for a previous course. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Experience and sensitivity in working with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures. Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice, equity, and inclusion in a university setting. Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices and knowledge in their work.
Physical Requirements	The physical demands described here are representative but not definitive of those that must be met by an employee. Job requires extended periods of sitting and repetitive hand/wrist motion while using computer keyboard; job often requires standing during lecture periods, when teaching in lab or during research; occasional walking, climbing stairs, bending, stooping and reaching. Occasional lifting up to 25 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is performed during standard hours; Additional hours may be required to meet business needs or deadlines.
Hiring Range	$68,640 (We consider factors such as, but not limited to, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's qualifications, internal equity, as well as organizational considerations when extending an offer.)
Special Instructions	To apply, please submit the following: A cover letter of interest outlining qualifications Curriculum Vitae Statement of Teaching Philosophy and interests Contact information for two professional references (including name, title, affiliation, email address, and phone number) Review of applications will begin on March 24, 2025 and continue until the position is filled.
Contact Information	For further information, please contact: Tara Thiemann, Department of Biological Sciences at tthiemann@pacific.edu. Join us at the University of the Pacific, where you can make a significant impact in a collaborative and supportive environment dedicated to academic excellence and innovation.
Contact Email	tthiemann@pacific.edu

Reference Letter Information

Are Applicants Required to Submit References for This Posting?	Yes
Minimum Number of References	2
Maximum Number of References	3
Background Check Statement	All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment are required to execute a release and authorization for a background screening. AB 810 Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: University of the Pacific complies with California Assembly Bill 810, requiring candidates accepting conditional job offers to disclose any final administrative or judicial findings, ongoing proceedings, allegations, resignations under investigation, or appeals related to sexual harassment or misconduct within the past seven years.
AA/EEO Policy Statement	University of the Pacific is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity. In compliance with applicable law and its own policy, Pacific is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse faculty and staff and does not discriminate in its hiring of faculty and staff, or in the provision of its employment benefits to its faculty and staff on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, sex/gender, marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, medical condition, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, or mental or physical disability.