Part-time Lecturer Position in mRNA-Based Product Design at University of Pittsburgh – Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

The Department of Biological Sciences at the University of Pittsburgh invites applications for a part-time Lecturer position for the fall 2026 term with an anticipated start date of 15 August 2026. This position is outside of the tenure stream and entails teaching one graduate-level course in the fall term in the design of mRNA-based products for delivery via lipid nanoparticles. The course will include an introduction to the principles of mRNA vaccines and therapeutics and practices of designing, characterizing, and preclinically testing mRNA-based therapeutic and vaccine products within a practical, industry-relevant framework. Minimum qualifications are a PhD in Biology or a related field, expertise to teach the design of mRNA-based products, and previous teaching experience. Preferred qualifications are the publication of post-graduate research work, training or work experience in lipid nanoparticles, and experience as sole instructor.

The Department of Biological Sciences is a highly interactive community situated on the Oakland campus of the University of Pittsburgh. We are dedicated to the mutual success of our faculty and students in our research, education, and outreach missions. The department and university nurture a strong teaching community with active efforts in teaching innovation and pedagogical research. Further information about the Department of Biological Sciences is available at: http://www.biology.pitt.edu.

To apply, candidates should submit PDF documents of the following to Talent Center (http://join.pitt.edu): (a) a letter of application including the names of two individuals able to provide a reference, (b) a current CV, and (c) copies of teaching evaluations, if available.

Applications will be reviewed starting on 27 April 2026 and will continue until the position is filled. The appointment requires administrative and budgetary approval. The Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences is committed to building and fostering a culturally diverse environment, so the ability to work effectively with a wide range of individuals and constituencies in support of a diverse community is essential.

The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.