Adjunct Lecturer - Biological Sciences (College Now Program)

FACULTY VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

The College Now Program at Kingsborough Community College seeks Adjunct Lecturers to teach Biological Science courses in the College Now Program. The successful candidates will teach BIO 18: The Biology of the Human Body, BIO 37: Human Genetics, BIO 39: Biology of Aging, BIO 61: Research Methods, BIO 70: The Science of Nutrition, SCI 1: Issues and Adventures in Science.

BIO 18: The Biology of the Human Body (3 credits, 3 hour college level course open to junior and/or senior students)

This course will offer a one-semester overview of anatomy and physiology of all organ systems of the human body. The interrelationships between organ systems will be emphasized to provide a holistic view, practical applications to healthcare and reinforcement of health literacy skills. Through lecture and discussion, the processes of the human body will be explored. For each topic, interactive computerized lab experiences involving application of the process of scientific inquiry will be conducted. In addition, current ethical issues in medicine and healthcare will be studied. For non-science majors and those who plan to transfer to senior colleges within CUNY. This class is in addition to the teacher's regular NYCPS work day.

BIO 37 - Human Genetics (3 credits, 3 hour college level course open to junior and/or senior students)

Introduces the principles of genetics with applications to human beings. The different systems by which characteristics are inherited, representative human hereditary problems, roles of heredity and environment, a historical approach to genetics research, chromosomal disturbances and some diseases, modern components of genetics in relation to human fertilization, surrogacy and genetic engineering. This class is in addition to the teacher's regular NYCPS work day.

BIO 39: Biology of Aging (3 credits, 3 hour college level course open to junior and/or senior students)

Biological aspects of the aging process, including definitions, characteristics and biological theories of aging, recent biological research, effects of disease and prescription drugs, determination of each student's aging profile, factors which modify the rate of the aging process including nutrition and exercise. This class is in addition to the teacher's regular NYCPS work day.

BIO 61: Research Methods ( 2 credit, 2 hour college level course open to junior and/or senior students)

Introduction to the nature of scientific investigation and acquiring skills needed to develop a research problem. Emphasis placed on reading primary sources of scientifc investigation and acquiring skills needed to develop a reserach problem. Emphasis placed on reading primary sources of scientific literature, experiment design, data presentation and analysis, and preparation of a literature review. This class is in addition to the teacher's regular NYCPS work day.

BIO 70: The Science of Nutritiion (3 credits, 3 hour college level course open to junior and/or senior students)

Increased food processing, chemical additions to food, and the great variety of available foods makes it important to understand the basic ideas of modern nutrition. Such concepts as biochemical individuality as related to nutrition for optimum health are integrated with surveys of carbohydrate, protein and fat metabolism. Also studied are the role of vitamins and minerals in metabolic processes, food seledtion, special diets during illness, and safety of the food supply. Students analyse their own diet. This class is in addition to the teacher's regular NYCPS work day.

SCI 1: Issues and Adventures in Science (3 credits, 3 hour college level course open to junior and/or senior students)

The most recent and important discoveries in the biological and physical sciences are presented, observed, discussed, and experimented with, to acquaint students with the world around them. Brain research, studies of aging, disease, fertility, immunity, and the origin of life are explored. Studies emphasize relations to mankind's place in the universe, self-explorations and technological achievements. This class is in addition to the teacher's regular NYCPS work day.

These positions are only available to NYCPS Teachers in College Now schools and is in addition to the teacher's regular work day.

QUALIFICATIONS

BIO 18: The Biology of the Human Body; BIO 37: Human Genetics; BIO 39: Biology of Aging; BIO 61: Research Methods; and SCI 1: Issues and Adventures in Science

A graduate degree in the Biological Sciences. A minimum of three years of teaching experience is preferred. Additional requirement: A letter explaining why you think you can teach the course, indicating expertise in the content areas found in the course curriculum.

BIO 70: The Science of Nutritrion

A graduate degree in a life science or a related field. A minimum of three years teaching experience is preferred.

COMPENSATION

$91.67 - $98.40. Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.

CUNY offers faculty a competitive compensation and benefits package covering health insurance, pension and retirement benefits, paid parental leave, and savings programs. We also provide mentoring and support for research, scholarship, and publication as part of our commitment to ongoing faculty professional development.

HOW TO APPLY

Visit www.cuny.edu, access the employment page, log in or create a new user account, and search for this vacancy using the Job ID 30438 or Title. Select "Apply Now" and provide the requested information.

Candidates should provide a CV/resume and statement of scholarly interests.

CLOSING DATE

June 8, 2026. Review of resumes to begin immediately; on-going to fill open positions.

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EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.

Job ID: 30438

Location: Kingsborough Community College

About CUNY Kingsborough Community College

Kingsborough Community College was founded in 1963 and is one of 23 campuses of the City University of New York (CUNY) system and offers both liberal arts education and career training programs. Kingsborough has been named one of the leading community colleges in the country by the Aspen Institute College Excellence Program. It has also earned national recognition for its creative and effective use of learning communities, for the large number of degrees it confers, for the high percentage of graduates who continue their studies, and for innovative programs that draw thousands of non-traditional students to its campus every year. Kingsborough serves a widely-diverse population of approximately 14,000 students. Approximately 70% of Kingsborough’s students are enrolled in a liberal arts or science degree program; the rest pursue degrees in more specialized, career-oriented programs such as business, communications, criminal justice, culinary arts, nursing and allied health, information technology, journalism, maritime technology, tourism and hospitality, and the visual arts. The college takes pride in its many support programs that enhance student success. All students are offered in...dividual, personal and academic counseling; workshops to improve basic skills as well as career planning and placement services. Students enjoy the accessibility of Kingsborough faculty and administrators.

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