Adjunct- Biology Department

Posted Friday, October 10, 2025

The Biology Department at the Virginia Military Institute invites applications for a non-tenure track, adjunct position. Military experience is not required. This is a part-time position with an expectation of teaching primarily Core Curriculum introductory biology courses in-person.  Our longer-term adjunct instructors may teach an upper-level course in their specialty. Class sizes are usually 16-24 cadets. Teaching load is up to two courses with laboratories per semester, with the possibility of additional classes in the summer. The current salary rate for one laboratory course is $9,832. The successful candidate will serve under a renewable contract. Full-time faculty at VMI wear uniforms and adhere to military customs, but adjunct instructors are not required to do so.  

Located in the southern Shenandoah Valley of Virginia, VMI is a small, highly rated state-supported four-year undergraduate military college with a strong emphasis on teaching and undergraduate research. For more information about VMI, visit www.vmi.edu. Details about the Biology Department can be found on our website, Facebook, Instagram, and in the Biology Newsletter.

Minimum Qualifications:

Minimum requirements are a master’s degree or at least 18 graduate hours in the biological sciences or related field. Teaching experience at the college level is preferred. If you would like to be considered for an adjunct position, please email your CV and unofficial transcripts to COL Emily Fadia, Professor of Biology, at fadiael@vmi.edu. Applications will be reviewed upon receipt.

Candidates can apply at: Adjunct- Biology Department-Job Application

VMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against anyone because of race, color, religion, national origin, political affiliation, sex, age, or disability. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.

Contact:
Human Resources
hroffice@vmi.edu
540-464-7322