Adjunct Faculty for Biochemistry & Microbiology (PA, Bethlehem)

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Chair of the Department of Biological Sciences

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: N/A

POSITION SUMMARY: The Department of Biological Sciences at Moravian University invites applications for adjunct professors to teach any or all of the following:

• 300-level Biochemistry II (lecture + 2 sections of lab) during Spring semester 2025 (January to May)
• 200-level Microbiology for biology majors (lecture + 1 section of lab) during Fall semester 2025 (August to December)
• 200-level Microbiology for the health sciences (lecture + 2 sections of lab) during Spring semester 2026 (January to May).

Teaching will be fully in-person on our main campus in Bethlehem, PA.

Biochemistry I and II, as a sequence, typically enroll advanced level undergraduates interested in pre-professional programs (pre-med, PA, dentistry, vet. science, etc.), as well as biology, biochemistry, and chemistry majors. Biochemistry I covers the structure and function of proteins, carbohydrates, nucleic acids, and lipids with laboratory experiences emphasizing basic biochemical methods (pipetting, buffers, UV-Vis spectroscopy, SDS-PAGE, and spreadsheet use). The prerequisites for Biochemistry I are an introductory biology course as well as two semesters of organic chemistry. Biochemistry II lecture topics include membrane proteins, membrane transport, biosignaling, bioenergetics, and metabolism. The laboratory component has typically focused on a semester-long protein biochemistry project, covering techniques such as protein expression and purification from E. coli, SDS-PAGE, western blotting, and fluorescence and UV-Vis spectroscopy, however, the successful candidate may run the laboratory component as they see fit.

Both microbiology courses (for biology and nursing majors) cover the nature and activities of the major groups of microorganisms from structures and functions, to growth and control of growth, as well as their genetics, biochemistry, and ecology. Both beneficial and pathogenic microbes are investigated, with special attention paid to antibiotic resistance and the immunological responses of host organisms to infection. The health sciences version focuses more on clinical applications of microbiology to human health and disease, while the majors version focuses on a broader range of microbial interactions in the natural environment. The laboratories of both versions cover aseptic technique, culturing, staining, microscopy, isolation and identification of microbes, quantifying microbes, biochemical tests, and antibiotic susceptibility testing, though the successful candidate may make adjustments to the curriculum as they see fit.

The Department of Biological Sciences values active, student-entered approaches to learning as well as inquiry-based labs that teach authentic skills. We invite applications from colleagues who share these goals.

To learn more about the Department of Biological Sciences and the Biochemistry Program at Moravian University, please visit:

https://www.moravian.edu/biology/program

https://www.moravian.edu/biochemistry/program-of-study

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Commitment to teaching at the university level using best practices and pedagogies
• Commitment to the University's values and mission

All positions are subject to budget availability.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum: MS in biochemistry, microbiology, or related biological science
• Preferred: PhD (or ABD) in biochemistry, microbiology, or related biological science, with successful teaching experience beyond the TA level

TO APPLY: Qualified candidates should attach the following to their online application by clicking 'Apply Now.' Please attach all documents as a single PDF file.

• 1 page letter of interest and qualifications
• 1 page teaching philosophy
• Curriculum vitae
• Contact information for three references, including title, email address, phone number, and relationship to the candidate

Please follow the instructions to submit your application materials through the Moravian University employment application website. Materials MUST be submitted through the online process.

Review of applications will begin on August 15, and applications will be reviewed until the positions are filled. (Moravian University will not sponsor applicants for this position for a U.S. work visa.)

At Moravian University, we are committed to our mission to prepare individuals for reflective lives and leadership in a world of change. To achieve these ideals, we are dedicated to fostering an educational and professional environment that is enriched by individuals of different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

Job candidates and prospective members of our community are expected to engage, communicate, and collaborate across diverse cultural, social, and academic backgrounds. Additionally, faculty and staff should demonstrate the ability to adapt andragogical or professional methods to the lived experiences and cultural backgrounds of students and colleagues.

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(610) 625-7023

equalopportunity@moravian.edu

Mailing address:

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Concerns regarding gender and equity in athletics:

Rebecca May

Associate Athletic Director (Deputy Title IX Coordinator)

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Moravian University

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Bethlehem, Pennsylvania 18018

(610) 625-7791

mayr@moravian.edu

Concerns regarding the application of Title IX:

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Office of Civil Rights

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Philadelphia, PA 19107-3323

(215) 656-8541

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WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this job.

The individual is routinely exposed to indoor conditions, minimum outdoor weather and temperature extremes, and moderate noise level.

Pursuant to the ADA, Moravian University will provide reasonable accommodation(s) to employees with qualified disabilities in order to perform the essential functions of their position, except when doing so would cause an undue hardship for the University. Accommodations are determined on a case-by-case basis through documentation review and an interactive process that includes the employee's supervisor. Requests for accommodation or questions about this process should be directed to Human Resources at hr@moravian.edu or 610.861.1527. View the standard physical demands for positions at Moravian University. If this position requires additional or different demands, a Human Resources team member will notify you.

The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job.

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