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Associate Faculty for Life & Physical Science (Remote)

Role overview

Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in a relevant scientific discipline or closely related field required
  • Prior professional teaching experience required
  • Familiarity with Learning Management Systems (LMS)

Responsibilities

  • Deliver engaging, high-quality instruction aligned with university learning outcomes across online and/or main campus modalities
  • Evaluate student coursework, maintain accurate academic records, and provide timely, constructive feedback
  • Support student retention and academic success through dedicated communication and accessibility

About the company

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Post University

  • Higher Education
  • 1,001–5,000
Based in Waterbury, Connecticut, since 1890, Post University is known for its innovation and focus on providing every online and on-campus student an extraordinary educational experience with an unmatched level of personalized support. Among the first in the nation and the first in the State of Connecticut to offer full degrees online, Post fuels the personal aspirations and career goals of its students with inventive and robust learning technologies that deliver in-demand undergraduate and graduate degree programs, small class sizes, individual attention, and customizable degree concentrations. Respected for its Honors Program, NCAA Division II athletics, and pioneering role in online education for more than 20 years, Post University is licensed by the State of Connecticut through the Office of Higher Education and is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE). The following degree programs offered by the Malcolm Baldrige School of Business are programmatically accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP): Associate of Science – Accounting, Marketing, Management; Bachelor of Science – Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, Management, Marketing, Sport Management; Master of Science – Accounting; Master of Business Administration (MBA). Post is ranked among the best by U.S. News & World Report. Learn more about how Post Makes It Personal™ by visiting www.Post.edu. For useful consumer information go to http://post.edu/consumer-information.

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Job description

*Fully Remote Position*

*Rate of pay is $2,305 per course taught per semester*

Who We Are

Post University is a thriving organization with an unfolding, amazing success story centered on one mission – changing the lives of its students and associates. Our approach is simple, authentic, and unique. At Post University, each day begins and ends with a demonstration of distinct behaviors unique to our culture and way of life. Our team of passionate professionals daily embraces a culture that celebrates bold ideas, supports individual growth, and puts our students at the heart of everything we do.

For more than 130 years, Post University has been dedicated to student success, serving thousands of learners across our online, main campus, undergraduate, and graduate programs. We value diverse experiences and perspectives and seek individuals who are passionate about contributing to a collaborative and student‑focused community.

Due to Post-specific operational and administrative considerations, the position is not approved to be performed in Alaska, California, Hawaii, or New York. Candidates must be physically located and perform their work from an approved state.

Position Summary:

The Program of Life and Physical Science at Post University is seeking qualified, dynamic educators to join our pool of part-time Associate Faculty. Candidates will teach undergraduate courses online.

Our curriculum supports student success across the B.S. in Biology and B.S. in Health Science degree programs, while delivering foundational general education coursework for non-science majors.

Subject Areas & Course Needs:

We are seeking instructors capable of teaching in one or more of the following disciplines:

  • Chemistry: General Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Biochemistry (Main Campus & Online)
  • Physics: Introductory & General Physics (Main Campus & Online)
  • Biological Sciences: Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Developmental Biology, and Evolutionary Biology and Computational Biology (Main Campus)
  • Health Sciences: Anatomy & Physiology, Medical Terminology (Main Campus & Online)
  • Public Health & Administration: Fundamentals of Public Health, Health Administration (Main Campus & Online)

Key Responsibilities:

  • Deliver engaging, high-quality instruction aligned with university learning outcomes across online (Blackboard Ultra) and/or main campus modalities.
  • Evaluate student coursework, maintain accurate academic records, and provide timely, constructive feedback.
  • Support student retention and academic success through dedicated communication and accessibility.

Qualifications:

  • Education: Master’s degree in a relevant scientific discipline or closely related field required; Ph.D. preferred.
  • Experience: Prior professional teaching experience required.
  • Technology: Familiarity with Learning Management Systems (LMS).

Application Requirements:

To apply, please submit the following materials:

  1. Cover Letter
  2. Curriculum Vitae (CV) or Resume
  3. List of Professional References

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