Anatomy & Physiology Adjunct Faculty Fall 2026

Position Details

Position Information

Job Title Anatomy & Physiology Adjunct Faculty Fall 2026 Position Number FAXXXX-00 Department Natural Sciences Adjunct Faculty - Joliet, IL Job Grade Anticipated Salary Range $905 - $930 per credit hour Benefits Not Benefits Eligible Notice of Nondiscrimination

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Position Summary

Teach Anatomy and Physiology courses (lecture and lab) for pre-nursing, pre-allied health, and science majors from August 24, 2026 -December 18, 2026.

The University of St. Francis is a welcoming community of learners committed to enhancing diversity and equity.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Adjuncts are responsible for course planning and instruction. In addition, adjunct faculty are responsible for student evaluation, and timely and accurate submission of required paperwork related to instruction.

Minimum Requirements

• Master of Science degree in related field
• Ability to perform the physical requirements of the position
• Willingness to support the Catholic and Franciscan values of the university

Preferred Requirements

• Prior experience teaching biology courses at the college-level
• Available to teach during the day (8am-5pm)
• Doctoral degree in related field

Hours/Shift/Work Schedule

There is some flexibility based on availability; courses could be taught during the day (preferred) or evenings. All class are face-to-face with online support, and laboratories include hands-on and inquiry-based components.

Physical Requirements of Position

Work is performed in classroom and laboratory settings with minimal exposure to health or safety hazards. Substantial time is spent working on a computer. This is sedentary work which requires the following physical activities: sitting, walking, bending, stooping, finger dexterity, repetitive motions, talking, hearing and visual acuity.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number FP0765-16 Open Date 02/27/2026 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • How did you hear about this employment opportunity?

• Public Job Posting

• Internal Job Posting

• Agency Referral

• Advertisement/Publication

• Personal Referral

• Website

• Other

• • Are you willing to uphold the Catholic and Franciscan values of the University?

• Yes

• No

• • Please indicate your highest level of education:

• Less than GED/high school diploma

• GED/high school diploma

• Bachelor's degree

• Master's degree

• In a doctoral program

• ABD

• Doctorate

• • How many years of relevant experience do you have?

• Less than 1 year

• 1 - 2 years

• 3 - 4 years

• 5 - 7 years

• More than 7 years

• • Are you available to teach classes on weekdays - either during the daytime or evening - at the Joliet campus?

• Yes

• No

• • Please indicate your teaching experience in higher education:

• Less than 1 year

• 1-3 years

• 4 + years

• • Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B visa status)?

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter
• Transcripts (unofficial are acceptable at time of application)
• Mission Response at https://pa-hrsuite-production.s3.amazonaws.com/856/docs/67939.pdf

Optional Documents

• Letter of Recommendation 1 (you must upload something; letter writers may send directly to Working@stfrancis.edu)
• Letter of Recommendation 2 (you must upload something; letter writers may send directly to Working@stfrancis.edu)