Job Details

Quarterly Lecturer - Biology Dept

Position Number: 6629947
Location: Santa Clara, CA
Position Type: Science - Biology

Quarterly Lecturer - Biology Dept

Position Title:
Quarterly Lecturer - Biology Dept

Position Type:
Temporary

Salary Range:

$9,552 for each 4- or 5-unit course.

Purpose:

The Department of Biology at Santa Clara University, a Jesuit Catholic university, invites applications for a quarterly Lecturer (non-tenure track) to teach Fitness Physiology, and other related courses. The current dates and times scheduled are:

Winter Quarter, January 5, 2026 to March 13, 2026

Lecture times: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8:30 AM to 10:10 AM

Lab times: Tuesdays and Thursdays 2:15 PM to 5:00 PM

The successful candidate will teach no more than two courses (one lecture section plus two associated laboratory sections) in any quarter, and no more than four courses over the fall, winter and spring quarters. Each quarter is 10 weeks long, with an 11th week set for final examinations. All classes will be presented in-person, however, if the county health and university health conditions deteriorate, the successful candidate may be asked to teach part of the course online.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Terminal degree (Ph.D.) in Kinesiology, Fitness Physiology or a closely- related field. Applicants who possess a Master's degree in Kinesiology or Fitness Physiology, accompanied by commensurate academic experience in Fitness Physiology or a closely related field (5-7 years of college or professional teaching) may be considered.
Demonstrated excellence in teaching Fitness Physiology or similar courses at the college level.
Excellent communication skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience with inclusive pedagogical practices that promote access and academic success or all students
Experience teaching and mentoring a diverse population of undergraduate students.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

TEACHING (100%).

Teaching duties will not exceed more than two courses in any quarter and no more than four in any academic year, and will include but are not limited to fulfilling all responsibilities associated with assigned courses, including:

Conducting and appearing at all assigned class meetings in a timely and prepared manner that demonstrates a command of the discipline and skill in presenting it effectively.
Assigning and evaluating assignments that align with the course description and course learning outcomes and providing timely feedback to students.
Holding regular weekly office hours on campus.
Submitting student grades that are appropriate, accurate and fair measures of student performance to the Office of the Registrar by the designated deadline. Administering narrative evaluations and other measures of teaching effectiveness for all courses.
Where applicable, teaching from an approved syllabus for the University Core courses assigned or Working with the Chair to design an appropriate syllabus for submission for approval from the relevant Faculty Core Curriculum Committee.

SERVICE (0%): This position does not require any service duties. You may be invited, but not required, to attend department meetings or activities.

REQUESTED APPLICATION MATERIALS:

Position will remain open until filled or until November 15th, whichever comes first.
Candidates should submit Curriculum Vitae, sample syllabi, teaching evaluations from previous courses (when available), a short cover letter, and contact information for references.
Applicants will upload all their information into Workday, except for confidential letters of reference.
Those letters must be emailed to Dr. Elizabeth Dahlhoff (Professor and Chair, Department of Biology; edahlhoff@scu.edu), who will then upload them into the applicant file.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO THE APPLICANT:

Additional questions about the nature of this position can be directed to the Biology Chair, Dr. Elizabeth Dahlhoff, at edahlhoff@scu.edu.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Please note that your employment is subject to the terms of a collective bargaining agreement between the University and the Service Employees International Union Local 1021 ("Local 1021"; see https://www.scu.edu/provost/faculty- affairs/cba-ntt/).

Telecommute

Santa Clara University is registered to do business in the following states: California, Nevada, Oregon, Washington, Arizona, and Illinois. Employees approved to telecommute are required to perform their work within one of these states.

EEO Statement

Equal Opportunity/Notice of Nondiscrimination

Santa Clara University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, marital status, parental status, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy or related conditions, reproductive health decisionmaking, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. For a complete copy of Santa Clara University's equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policies, please visit the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX website at https://www.scu.edu/title-ix/.

Clery Notice of Availability

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Americans with Disabilities Act

Consistent with its obligations under the law, Santa Clara University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants who wish to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact the Department of Human Resources ADA Team at hraccommodations@scu.edu or by phone at (408)554-5750.

Work Authorization:

SCU does not sponsor any applicants for work visas for this position. The successful candidate must be able to provide evidence of identity and legal authorization to work in the United States.

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