Instructor/Assistant Professor — Anatomy & Physiology (Temporary)

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Job Description

DESCRIPTION

Bloomfield College of Montclair State University seeks a dedicated and experienced Biology educator for a two-year term appointment as Temporary Instructor/Assistant Professor, with specialization in Anatomy and Physiology. This is a teaching-focused, temporary appointment covering AY 2026–27 and AY 2027–28, with no research or creative activity expectations. The successful candidate may also have the opportunity to take on a course coordination role, supporting adjunct faculty teaching remaining sections of the A&P sequence.

This two-year, 10-month, temporary appointment covers AY 2026–27 and AY 2027–28, and continuation through June 30, 2028 is subject to a satisfactory performance review.

Responsibilities:

• Teach undergraduate lecture and laboratory sections of BIO 205 (Anatomy and Physiology I) and BIO 206 (Anatomy and Physiology II), carrying a standard Teaching Faculty load of 24 credit hours per academic year.

• Support adjunct faculty teaching remaining sections of the A&P sequence.

• Work closely with the laboratory technician to plan and coordinate laboratory preparations for all A&P lab sections.

• Mentor and advise Applied Biological Sciences and pre-Nursing students on academic pathways, course progression, and preparation for Nursing program admission.

• Monitor student progression through the BIO 205–206 sequence and proactively identify students who may need additional academic support.

• Collaborate with Nursing program faculty to ensure curricular alignment between the A&P sequence and the expectations of the Nursing curriculum.

BLOOMFIELD COLLEGE OF MONTCLAIR STATE UNIVERSITY
The mission of Bloomfield College of Montclair State University as New Jersey’s only four-year Predominantly Black Institution (PBI) and Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) is to educate, enlighten, empower, and engage students to provide stewardship to communities, locally, regionally, nationally, and globally.

We do so by:

• Enlightening students through a rigorous, interdisciplinary liberal arts education featuring community-engaged and collaborative learning that provides students opportunities to see the world through multiple worldviews;

• Engaging students in curricular and co-curricular programs and experiences with the College’s distinctive identity as an urban-situated college environment committed to community engagement;

• Cultivating an on-campus esprit de corps and sense of community that empowers students’ academic, social, and wellness growth that begins firmly rooted in the students’ collective histories and cultures.

Bloomfield College of Montclair State University is an interdisciplinary, liberal arts college offering degrees in Criminology and Social Justice, Psychology, Biology, Music Technology, Game Programming, Animation, and Informatics, as well as our regionally accredited Nursing degree program and our nationally ranked Game Design program.

QUALIFICATIONS

REQUIRED:

• Master's degree in Biology, Anatomy, Physiology, or a closely related field (degree must be completed by the start date).

• Demonstrated expertise in Human Anatomy and Physiology and documented experience teaching at the college level, including laboratory instruction.

• Evidence of the ability to provide consistent, high-quality instruction across both lecture and laboratory settings.

• A strong commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment for all students.

• Record of success teaching in a diverse environment; minimum three years of teaching experience.

PREFERRED:

• Ph.D. in Biology, Anatomy, Physiology, or a closely related field is strongly preferred.

• Experience supporting multi-section courses, including coordinating adjunct faculty and laboratory preparations.

• Experience teaching and mentoring pre-health students, including those preparing for Nursing program admission.

• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with faculty across disciplines to ensure curricular alignment between gateway science courses and professional program requirements.

• Experience integrating high-impact practices with teaching.

STARTING DATE      August 28, 2026

REQUIRED MATERIALS: 

• Cover letter and curriculum vitae, which should be uploaded during the application process via Workday at Job link

• Candidates who are shortlisted will be asked to supply 3 letters of recommendation separately.

APPLY BY:   The position is open until filled, and application review begins immediately.

PROCEDURE FOR CANDIDACY
Applicants should include a resume and cover letter describing how their background, skills and education match the needs of the University. When applying, please take a moment to carefully read and follow the steps in the application instructions.

Salary Range

$64,629.71-$79,781.83 Annually

The position may also be eligible for comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and tuition assistance. For further details, please visit: https://www.montclair.edu/human-resources/benefits/   

Montclair State University considers factors such as, but not limited to, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s relevant work experience, education, skills, and internal equity, when extending an offer.

Salary offers for internal employees who are part of a collective bargaining unit (CBU) and are applying to a position that is within a CBU will be determined in accordance with contractual provisions. 

Department

BC_Computational, Natural, and Applied Sciences

Position Type

Faculty

Contact Information:

For questions or concerns, please contact Human Resources' Workday Recruiting Support at 973-655-5000 (Option 2), or email [email protected].

Inclusion Statement

Montclair State University values access and educational excellence. We are committed to an environment of diverse perspectives which ensures that graduates will be civically engaged, committed to democracy, and prepared to thrive as global citizens. We foster a community that promotes varied experiences and voices. We seek applicants who will contribute diverse ideas and perspectives and who value an environment that promotes educational growth and advancement for all.

EEO/AA Statement

Montclair State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution with a strong commitment to diversity.

Additional information can be found on the website at 
www.montclair.edu/human-resources/about-us/eo-aa-and-diversity/

Title IX and 34 C.F.R. 106 Policy

Montclair State is required by Title IX and 34 C.F.R. 106 not to discriminate on the basis of sex or gender, and does not discriminate on the basis of sex or gender in the operation of education programs and activities.  The requirement to not discriminate on the basis of sex or gender in the operation of education programs and activities extends to admission and employment. For further details, please visit: https://www.montclair.edu/human-resources/job-seekers/