Adjunct Instructor, Life Sciences in Albany, New York at Albany College of Pharmacy

The Department of Life Sciences at the Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (www.acphs.edu) is seeking qualified candidates for part-time instructor level positions to teach the following courses for the Spring 2027 semester:

• BIO115 Nursing Microbiology Lecture (3 credits; Fridays 9:00-11:50AM)
• BIO116 Nursing Microbiology Lab (3 contact hours; Fridays 2:00-4:50PM)
• BIO121 General Biology II Lab (3 contact hours; Thursdays 12:30-3:20PM)
• BIO345/BIO660 Journal Club (1 credit; Fridays 2:00-2:50PM)
• FPY325 Child & Adolescent Forensic Psychology (3 credits; online asynchronous)
• PSY212 Lifespan Development (3 credits; Tuesdays and Thursdays 2:00-3:20PM)

The Spring 2027 semester commences on January 19, 2027.

Pay rate is $1,533 per credit hour for lecture-based courses and $1,300 per contact hour for lab-based courses.

Major Duties & Responsibilities:

• Successful candidates will be responsible for instruction, course preparation, developing instructional materials, and grading.
• Successful candidates will also be responsible for holding weekly office hours (in-person or virtual) to support students.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Commitment to excellence in teaching and student development.
• Strong communication skills.
• High level of reliability, commitment & responsibility.

Education and Experience:

• Applicants must have an MS or PhD in a relevant field.
• Prior teaching experience at the undergraduate and/or graduate level is preferred.
• For online courses, experience with online/distance learning and instructional technology is preferred

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Please note that this posting is not all-inclusive of the job responsibilities or qualifications of the position. The essential functions of the job may or may not have been fully described for purposes of ADA reasonable accommodation. All accommodation requests will be reviewed and evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.

Additional Information:

This part-time instructor position is based in Albany, NY. Teaching assignments may be conducted on-site, online, or in a hybrid format, depending on course requirements. Any remote work must be performed in a state where the College is registered to do business: New York, New Jersey, Massachusetts, Maine, Maryland, Florida, Texas, Idaho, Wisconsin, or California. Specific teaching assignments, schedules, instructional format, and any on-site expectations will be discussed during the interview process.

Benefits:

Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (ACPHS) offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees including medical, dental and vision benefits, free life insurance and disability programs, tuition assistance programs, retirement plan with employer match and contribution, and generous time off including 20 paid holidays plus paid sick and vacation time. Additional perks include wellness rewards, free gym access, free parking, identity theft protection and many others. Please note, benefits and benefits eligibility can vary by position, and exclusions may apply for some roles.

ACPHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any protected class of job applicant or employee in our hiring and employment practices.