Position Overview
Carleton College seeks a part-time Visiting Assistant Professor of Microbiology, starting September 1, 2026. Shape the future of science education through hands-on teaching and mentorship.
Joining the Department of Biology as a part-time (0.67-time) faculty member, you will be responsible for teaching four courses over three 10-week terms. The curriculum includes a Microbiology course taught alongside lab sections for introductory biology. Candidates should possess a strong commitment to teaching undergraduates in a liberal arts setting, emphasizing diversity in learning.
Key Responsibilities:
• Teach Microbiology and lab sections
• Facilitate introductory biology lab courses
• Act as a mentor within the biology department
• Collaborate with the Perlman Center for Teaching and Learning
Requirements:
• Ph.D. in microbiology or a closely related area
• Consideration for candidates nearing Ph.D. completion
• Strong focus on undergraduate liberal arts educatio...