Instructor

Location UH Manoa, Honolulu, HI Job Type Full-Time Temporary Job Number 2026-02414 Department University of Hawai'i at Manoa - College of Natural Sciences - School of Life Sciences Opening Date 11/12/2026 Closing Date Continuous Position Number: 0088480 Description Title: Instructor Position Number: 0088480 Location: M a noa Campus Date Posted: November 12, 2026 Closing Date: Continuous until filled, first review of application begins December 12, 2026 Salary Info: Commensurate with qualifications and experience Monthly Type: 9-Month Tenure Track: Non-Tenure Full Time/Part Time: Full-Time Temporary/Permanent: Temporary Funding: General Funds Other Conditions: The School of Life Sciences (SoLS), College of Natural Sciences, University of Hawai‘i at Manoa (Honolulu, Hawai'i) invites applicants for the position of Instructor in the Marine Biology undergraduate program. With over 600 students, Marine Biology is one of the largest majors at UHM. This is a non-tenure track, full-time, 9-month, faculty appointment. The hire will begin as early as January 4, 2027, subject to position clearance and availability of funds.

Review of applications will begin on December 12, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled. The University of Hawai‘i at Manoa (UHM) is a Carnegie Research 1 University with strong emphases on research and undergraduate and graduate education. Our campus welcomes all students but given our responsibilities to the community in which we operate, as part of our strategic mission, we strive to become a Native Hawaiian Place of Learning, a place that is committed to integrating Native Hawaiian language, culture and/or values into its academic and campus environment. Our vision is to be locally and globally recognized as a premier student-centered and community-serving university ( https://manoa.hawaii.edu/strategicplan/) .

The School of Life Sciences hosts the largest academic program on the University of Hawai‘i’s flagship campus, serving over 1,500 undergraduate majors and 150 graduate students for degrees in biology, botany, marine biology, microbiology, molecular cell biology, and zoology. Research interests of the 40 faculty members span all biological scales, with many focusing on ecology, evolution, and conservation biology. The School of Life Sciences is committed to serving our community and state and to excellence in research and teaching. ( https://manoa.hawaii.edu/lifesciences/) .

Duties

Teaching 12 credits of lectures and lab (or equivalent) per semester, which may include Biology of the Invertebrates (BIOL 485+485L), Marine Ecology and Evolution (BIOL 301+301L), Fish Diversity (BIOL 465+465L), Advanced Topics in Marine Biology (BIOL 404) or other undergraduate classes in the Marine Biology program. Participate in SoLS committees and events as appropriate. Perform related tasks as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

A Master’s degree in Marine Biology, or related discipline, from a college or university of recognized standing, with the major work in the field in which the instructional assignment is made . Evidence of teaching, the ability to teach effectively, and experience in directing group discussions . Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and professionally with students, faculty, staff, etc. Desirable qualifications include : Ph.D. in Marine Biology, or closely related discipline , from a college or university of recognized standing., A proven track record of effective course instruction in lower and upper-division marine biology courses at the university level .

Experience teaching high enrollment (>60) lecture courses with multiple lab sections . Experience teaching students from a broad range of educational, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds . To Apply: Applicants must submit one single PDF file that contains: Cover letter indicating your inter est and how you satisfy the minimum and desirable qualifications. Curriculum vitae, including teaching history, a list of prior scholarly achievements and a list of publications and presentations.

Statement (2–3 pages) describing your teaching philosophy and experience, your approach to teaching students with varied levels of preparation and in large-enrollment lecture/laboratory courses, and your interests and qualifications for teaching the courses identified above and contributing to the Marine Biology curriculum at UHM. Names and contact information (including email addresses and phone numbers) of three professional references. At least one of these references should be your current supervisor or an acceptable substitute with close knowledge of your current academic program and/or teaching experience. Relevant course evaluations and sample syllabi.

Transcripts from all institutions of higher education. Official transcripts with proof of degree conferred will be required upon hire. Inquiries: Tim Tricas, [email protected] Continuous recruitment. Review of applications will begin 12/12/ 2026, and continue until the position is filled.

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