Full-Time Limited-Term Microbiology Instructor

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Job Posting Date:

November 6, 2026

Application Deadline:

Salary Information:

$65,500-$85,500 (Annualized)

Department:

School of STEM_Faculty & Managers

Job Description:

The School of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math at Madison College is hiring two full-time limited-term Microbiology Instructors for the Spring 2027 semester. One instructor will teach at our campuses in Watertown and Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin, and the other at our Truax and Portage, Wisconsin, campuses. Madison College is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and supportive environment for all. We strive to make Madison College a place where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to achieve their full potential.

Faculty should be comfortable using learning management systems and implementing various instructional delivery methods, from face-to-face to technology-based modalities. In addition, faculty are expected to be innovative in their teaching approaches.

This position is a limited term, one semester engagement, from Jan. 4, 2027, through May 31, 2027. This position offers full-time benefits, excluding participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) benefits.

Madison College believes every instructor brings unique perspectives and experiences that enhance our ability to understand and engage with the world, tackle challenges, and develop innovative solutions.

This position will be open until filled, with a first consideration date of November 22, 2026. After this date, the recruitment may close without further notice. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

Our goal is to conduct one round of interviews, with a teaching demonstration, the week of December 7, with an expected start date of January 4, 2027.

This position reports to the Dean of the School of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math.

Essential Duties:

• Teach Microbiology courses at the applied associate and university transfer levels. Other life science courses could be assigned based on departmental need.
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop course curriculum that is culturally responsive and inclusive of all student identities and experiences.
• Use teaching strategies that are designed to engage students and promote success in Biology.
• Continuously reflect on and refine teaching practices by engaging with student data to address and eliminate inequities in student experiences and outcomes.
• Contribute to the Biology department by participating in department meetings, events, and service activities such as mentoring, assessment, and governance.
• Contribute to student success and retention by advising students with course selection, career concerns, internships, and other matters.
• Serve as an advocate for students and engage in activities that help students achieve their goals such as writing letters of recommendation, and/or helping students link with internships, service learning, job shadowing and other forms of networking.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Effective communication skills including demonstrated skill in communications and human relations with populations of diverse socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds and persons with disabilities.
• Demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching and learning. This includes, but is not limited to, knowledge/experience with current educational methods/strategies such as learner-centered instruction, active learning, assessment, evaluation, collaborative techniques, and strategies aimed at addressing inequities in student experiences and outcomes across race, gender, class, and disability.
• Desire and ability to teach courses at both the collegiate transfer and technical/occupational program levels.
• Ability to communicate complex and difficult concepts and ideas to students with varied backgrounds and levels of preparedness.
• Engage in continuous improvement in the quality of instruction by reviewing and utilizing innovative methodologies, techniques, and delivery methods, as well as incorporating appropriate use of new and emerging technologies into the learning environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues on course and program promotion, direction, and innovation.

Minimum Qualifications:

*Master’s Degree in a Biological Science OR *Master’s degree in a related field with 18 graduate credits in the fields of Biology, Microbiology, Anatomy, Physiology, Kinesiology, Genetics, Immunology, Pathology, Botany, Environmental Science, Animal Biology, or Zoology.

*Experience with or willingness to learn different modes of instruction (online, hybrid, Classroom Live, and modes of the future).

Application Instructions: We welcome your application to include the following (3) documents.

• Cover Letter (within your cover letter, please include which region you can teach at, Watertown/Fort Atkinson or Truax/Portage).
• Resume
• Transcripts (can be unofficial)

Failure to include these documents by the first consideration date will result in the disqualification of your application.

Note: Candidates will be required to present a teaching demonstration and provide related curriculum materials for the screening committee. Your official degree transcripts will be required if hired.

Madison College does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term.

If you are experiencing application issues, please contact us at the Talent Acquisition email Talent@madisoncollege.edu or HR hotline (608) 246-6900.

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