Adjunct Faculty - Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences

Deadline: Applications accepted until position filled; priority given to applicants received by Friday, 10/16/2026

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS: This position pays $75 per hour. Other benefits include a customizable part-time work schedule and access to the RVU's library holdings. For our Part-time Adjunct Faculty employees RVU also offers benefits that include 401(K). Commitment to Inclusive Excellence: We are Rocky Vista University (RVU), a diverse, equitable, and inclusive healthcare education university that recognizes, values, and respects the commonalities and differences reflected in our students, staff, faculty, and alumni. We strive to be compassionate healthcare educators and practitioners who embrace and champion inclusive excellence. RVU is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Primary PurposeAdjunct Faculty members for the Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences program deliver curriculum content for the MSBS degree on an as need basis.

Essential Job Functions: Deliver curriculum content for courses within the Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences curriculum including, but not limited to: Lectures, small group facilitation, panel presentations, student presentations Participate in scoring assessment-related activities including, but not limited to: Course-related assignments, student presentations Mentor students in a variety of skills, including but not limited to: Research projects, presentations, etc. Other duties as assigned supporting the mission of the program and the university Perform other duties as assigned. Complies with all policies and standards Required Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesCurrent expertise in one or more curriculum content areas of the MSBS degree. Knowledge and skill in the delivery of medical education.

Minimum Qualifications: Advanced degree in a relevant field from an accredited institution. Good standing with all relevant regulatory and governmental boards and agencies. Eligible for coverage by the University’s malpractice insurer if applicable.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience in delivering curriculum content to pre-health professions students. Experience with teaching methods beyond traditional lecture methods (examples, team-based learning facilitation, research presentations, cased based learning). Final applicant will be required to pass background check and drug screening. Rocky Vista University is in full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and does not discriminate with regard to applicants or employees with disabilities, and will make reasonable accommodation when necessary. The following are essential abilities and physical requirements for all positions at the University. Ability to orally communicate effectively with others; Ability to communicate effectively in writing, using the English language; Ability to work cooperatively with colleagues and supervisory staff at all levels; May be exposed to short, intermittent, and /or prolonged periods of sitting and/or standing in performance of job duties; May be required to accomplish job duties using various types of equipment/supplies to include, but not limited to, pens, pencils, calculators, computer keyboards, telephone, etc.; May be required to transport oneself to other campus offices, conference rooms, and on occasion, to off-campus sites to attend meetings, conferences, workshops, seminars, etc.