Stanford University, Department of Biology
Position ID:
Stanford-Biology-BIOLOGYLECTURER [#31606]
Position Title:
Biology Lecturer
Position Type:
Other
Position Location:
Stanford, California 94305, United States of America
Subject Areas:
Appl Deadline:
2026/08/31 11:59PM
(posted 2026/01/29)
(posted 2026/01/29)Position Description:
Position Description
The Biology Department at Stanford University is seeking applications for a Lecturer Position to teach courses in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology. This position requires a PhD in ecology, evolutionary biology, or a related discipline; teaching experience at the undergraduate level; laboratory and fieldwork experience; and willingness to work in a team of instructors. In addition, good writing skills evidenced by peer-reviewed publications, proficiency in statistical analysis with R, and experience in teaching inquiry-based courses, particularly those that involve fieldwork, are highly desirable. Expertise in molecular ecology of fungi and bacteria would be helpful, though not required. The qualified candidate will also have good interpersonal and communication skills. This is a full-time, 100% benefits-eligible teaching position with a 10-mo academic year appointment. The appointment will begin in September 2026 and is for a 1-year term with possible reappointment. Applicants must submit a cover letter, CV, and names with contact information of three references. The review of the applications will begin in April 2026, and applications will be accepted until the position is filled. The expected pay range for this position is $80,000 - $95,000. Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs. At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package. The Cardinal at Work website (https://cardinalatwork.stanford.edu/benefits-rewards) provides detailed information on Stanford’s extensive range of benefits and rewards offered to employees. Specifics about the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process. All new hires must pass a background check prior to starting work at Stanford University.Application Materials Required:
Submit the following items online at this website to complete your application:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Teaching statement
- Summary of your prior teaching experience and teaching evaluations
- Three reference letters (to be submitted online by the reference writers on this site )
And anything else requested in the position description.
Further Info:
650.723.2966
Stanford University
Department of Biology
371 Serra Mall
Stanford, CA 94305-5020
Department of Biology
371 Serra Mall
Stanford, CA 94305-5020