Job Description

The Department of Biology is seeking Contract Academic Staff to deliver the following course at Brandon University for the 2025 - 2026 academic year. Lectures are in-person preferred.

15:090 INTRODUCTION TO BIOLOGY - 3 credit hour course (lecture)

MWF 10:40 am-11:30 am (Slot 3)

This course is designed for students who have not taken Biology in high school or lack the necessary background in biology to enroll in 15:151 The Biology of Life or 15:162 Cells, Genetics and Evolution. This course consists of four modules that highlight the main concepts in cell biology, genetics, evolution and biodiversity. Topics such as the chemistry of biological macromolecules, the structure and function of cells, Mendelian inheritance, basic molecular genetic mechanisms, natural selection, adaptation, speciation and biodiversity will be discussed to provide the required knowledge necessary to advance to 15:162.

Qualifications

: MSc in Biology or related discipline is required; PhD is preferred. Prior teaching experience would be an asset. Applicants may seek to establish an experiential/traditional equivalency to the Master's 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

: $7,857.00 per 3 credit hours.

Application deadline:

A review of applications will begin October 31, 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

science@brandonu.ca



We thank all applicants for their interest in applying for this position and advise that only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.




Issued Oct. 14, 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 hr@brandonu.ca. 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.