Lecturer at Mountain Lake Biological Station (Faculty Wage)

The Mountain Lake Biological Station seeks applications to fill a non-tenure-track Lecturer position during the 2025 summer academic term to teach courses in field biology. Advanced undergraduate and graduate-level field biology courses are offered in areas such as ecological genetics, community ecology, population biology, and behavioral ecology. Taxon-focused courses might include mammalogy, ornithology, herpetology, entomology, mycology, and botany. The anticipated enrollment is 12 students. Courses satisfy lab credit for Biology Majors. Courses run for three weeks. Instructors live and work at the Station for the duration of the course.

Compensation will be in the form of wages per course with no benefits.

This is a wage position that is not eligible for leave or other benefits and is limited to 1500 hours of work in a year. For more information, refer to the Wage Employment link: http://uvapolicy.virginia.edu/policy/HRM-029

To apply, please submit an application online through Workday at https://jobs.virginia.edu and attach a current CV/Resume, Cover Letter, and the contact information for 3 references. Search on requisition number: R0071792.

Questions related to the application process may be directed to Brandi Shifflett, Sr. HR Specialist at brc2s@virginia.edu.

The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment. This position will require an Education Verification and DMV check.

A terminal degree in Biology or related field is expected but not required. A valid driver's license in good standing is preferred.

Field courses can be physically demanding, and participants should be willing to embrace long hours outdoors insometimes rugged environments andin all weather conditions.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Click here to read more about UVA's commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.