Visiting Faculty - Biology

Northwestern College invites applications for a full-time, one-year visiting faculty position in the biology department, beginning January 2027. We seek a dynamic educator who is passionate about teaching and mentoring undergraduate students.

Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will teach a range of biology courses, including molecular genetics, cell biology and/or microbiology. The teaching load is typically two courses per semester, plus labs.

Required Qualifications:

Master’s or doctoral degree in biology or a closely related field
Preferred Qualifications:

Demonstrated effectiveness in teaching biology
Strong commitment to in-person undergraduate teaching and mentoring
Northwestern College seeks candidates with an authentic Christian faith who will embrace and live out our mission & values, including our Reformed, evangelical and ecumenical identity as stated in our Christian Identity Statement, Mission Statement, Vision for Learning and Vision for Diversity. We view these statements as complementary and draw from each in fulfilling our mission.

Apply online and send a current CV and a letter of interest to vpaa@nwciowa.edu. In your letter, please (1) provide a summary of your relevant experience, (2) include teaching evaluations as an attachment if available, and (3) explain how our Christian Identity Statement would guide and shape your teaching. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

The search committee will begin reviewing applications immediately and will continue until the position is filled.