Lecturer/Lab Coordinator, Biology

Reed College seeks a candidate for a full-time position as a Lecturer/Lab Coordinator (LLC) in the Biology Department, starting on or around January 4, 2027. The LLC is responsible for preparing, organizing and teaching four instructional laboratories in the Topics in Biology 101/102 courses, which currently serves approximately 160 students per semester. The position also evaluates laboratory reports, provides assistance for students as needed, and assists faculty with other aspects of course management. The candidate will join the department as we redesign the introductory biology curriculum to better support student learning and preparation for the major. As a result, providing input, feedback, and/or support for the new and/or redesigned introductory courses described above and/or other courses, pending curricular changes, may be expected or required in the future.

This role reports to a designated Biology Department supervisor under the Dean of the Faculty. This is a full-time role with typical work hours of 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with a one hour unpaid lunch. This is a benefits eligible position with access to medical, dental, 403(b) savings plan and much more. This is not a remote position.

The starting salary for this position is $70k-$75k annualized. Pay offers are contingent upon experience and are determined through an internal pay assessment. This is an exempt position on grade 7.

Who You Are

- You enjoy working with, teaching, and mentoring undergraduate students
- You are comfortable instructing introductory-level lab techniques that span subfields of biology
- You possess the ability to think strategically, problem solve, and manage multiple projects in service of running a large introductory class
- You are comfortable integrating technology into collaborations and the classroom
- You have the ability to communicate with a variety of audiences
- You have an interest in inclusive pedagogy and in serving a variety of student preparedness and life experiences.
- You are comfortable adapting and engaging with different working styles on a staff & faculty team
- You have excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills

What You’ll Do

- Work with the other staff and faculty to prepare and teach multiple sections of the lab component of Biology 101/102 covering various subfields of biology.
- Serve as a consultant and mentor for students
- Grade student assignments, including managing student graders as necessary
- Interface with the stockroom staff
- Hold drop-in hours and/or have time set aside each week to be available for one-on-one student appointments
- Manage course grades and content using our learning management system (e.g., Gradescope, Moodle)
- Provide support for students, including referrals to student support infrastructure at Reed (e.g., Student Life, Disability and Accessibility Resources, and tutoring)

Minimum Qualifications

- Ph.D. in Biology or a related discipline, or
- ABD in Biology or a related discipline with related laboratory teaching experience, or
- Master’s in Biology or a related discipline with 5 years or more of relevant experience

Apply by November 18, 2026. A resume or CV, cover letter, and list of names of 3 professional references are required. Applicants will be notified before their references are contacted.