Human Resources

The Lake Forest College Biology Department seeks an engaging and skilled Instructor to join our Biology Department in August 2025 for a 1-year position. The position starts in August 2025. We are seeking a well-qualified biologist to teach in the area of Cell & Molecular Biology. In the fall semester, the Visiting Assistant Professor (VAP) will teach an upper-level and a senior seminar course in the candidate's area of specialty, and one lab section of our core course Biol 221: Molecules, Genes, and Cells. In the Spring semester, the VAP will offer an upper-level course with lab in the candidate's area of expertise and lecture section of Biol 221: Molecules, Genes, and Cells. A full teaching load is three courses per semester and labs count as one course. A PhD is required. Demonstrated excellence in teaching beyond traditional TA experience is preferred. Successful candidates will demonstrate enthusiasm for liberal arts education.

We provide excellent mentoring of undergraduate teaching in a liberal arts college setting. Our department has federally-funded faculty and a modern science building including tissue culture labs, aquatic and terrestrial vivaria, and research-grade greenhouse. Members of the Biology Department actively engage in interdisciplinary programs in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Environmental Studies, Neuroscience, and a Health Professions Program.

A highly selective liberal arts college located on Chicago’s North Shore, Lake Forest College enrolls approximately 1,800 students from more than 40 states and from more than 100 countries. Lake Forest College is one of the most diverse small colleges in the Midwest with nearly 40% of our student body comprised of domestic students of color and international students. The majority of our STEM student pool is female and includes a significant number of first generation and traditionally underrepresented students. At Lake Forest College, the quality of a faculty member’s teaching is the most important criterion for evaluation. Lake Forest College embraces diversity and encourages applications from women, members of historically underrepresented groups, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.  

In a single PDF, please send the following: 1) a cover letter that describes your motivation for applying and how a liberal arts environment dedicated to diversity and inclusion aligns with your teaching philosophy, 2) a current CV, and 3) a statement of course interests and teaching philosophy, preferably that includes evidence of teaching effectiveness. Please provide names and contact information for two recommenders. All documents should be sent electronically to Professor Sean Menke, biovap1@lakeforest.edu. Application review will begin on February 10^th and will continue on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

(salary $58,000 - $61,000)