The Department of Biology is seeking Contract Academic Staff to deliver the following team-taught course at Brandon University for the 2025 – 2026 academic year. Lectures must be delivered in-person.
15:162 Cells, Genetics and Evolution, Sections A01 and A02 (2 credit hours)
A basic course in biological principles including cell biology, cell division, genetics and evolution. This course is intended for majors and minors and is normally considered a prerequisite for all further courses in Biology.
The successful candidate will be teaching the genetic module of the course for 4 weeks, Fall term currently scheduled in October. Slot 04, on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 11:40 AM – 12:30 PM, and in Slot 10, on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:30 AM – 9:50 AM.
Qualifications: A PhD in Genetics or Biology and evidence of successful teaching are required. Applicants may seek to establish an experiential/traditional equivalency to the doctorate and are invited to contact the Chair of the Selection Committee at the address below on how to establish equivalent academic or professional credentials.
Salary: $5,238.00
Application deadline: A review of applications will begin June 17, 2025, and the posting will remain open until positions are filled.
Applications must be submitted via e-mail as a single, reasonably sized PDF file. The application should include the following: a letter of application, citizenship or Canadian immigration status, curriculum vitae, copies of transcripts and teaching evaluations, and the names and contact information of three references. Please send the application to:
Dr. Christophe LeMoine, Dean of Science
Brandon University
Brandon, MB R7A 6A9
[email protected]
Issued June 2, 2025
Brandon University is committed to equity, welcomes diversity, and hires on the basis of merit. All qualified individuals who may contribute to the diversification of the University, especially women, persons with disabilities, Indigenous persons, racialized persons, and persons of all sexual orientations and genders are encouraged to apply. Canadian citizens and permanent residents are given priority. Evidence of citizenship must be provided.
We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment. This starts with the hiring process. Should you require an accommodation during any phase of the recruitment process, contact HR at [email protected]. All information received related to an accommodation is kept confidential. To ensure this employment opportunity is accessible to all interested individuals, this posting is available in an alternate format upon request.
