Instructor, Biology

Job Description:

Department/Program: Biology Department

Subject area: Anatomy and Physiology

Description of position: The Department of Biology is seeking a qualified candidate to teach our first-year anatomy and physiology courses (i.e. BIOL 1190 and 1191) as well as one or more of the following upper-level biology courses: pathophysiology and/or organismal or invertebrate biology.

Please submit your cover letter, CV, and a teaching philosophy statement.

Duties will include:
• Preparation and delivery of the curriculum
• Maintaining office hours and availability to consult with students
• Evaluating student performance
• Attending meetings in the Department and College

Education and Experience:
• Minimum MSc in Biology, but PhD preferred
• Post-secondary teaching experience in Biology preferred

Skills and Abilities:
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English
• Excellent understanding of and ability to teach fundamental concepts in biology
• Demonstrated application of current biological and pedagogical practices
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to offer, accept, and implement constructive feedback
• Ability to exercise a high level of initiative and responsibility
• Ability to effectively address complex challenges using tact and discretion
• Ability to interact with students in a respectful, professional, and engaging manner
• Ability to communicate effectively with people who have limited English language proficiency
• High level of attention to detail
• Ability to foster collegial working relationships
• Committed to become an enthusiastic contributor to the Department of Biology, the Faculty of Science, and the College
• Computer literacy

Appointment: Temporary, full-time position

Length of appointment: *September 1, 2026 to December 31, 2026, with one month preparation time. There is a possibility for renewal upon positive evaluation.

*Please note that the position workload will be based on the departmental budget and operational needs.

Start Date: September 1, 2026

For further information regarding this opportunity, please contact Julia Wong, Chair of the Biology Department at juliawong@langara.ca.

Additional Info:

Why Join Langara?

At Langara College, we support the College’s vision of promoting wellness and fostering personal and professional growth for our employees. We are dedicated to embracing, honouring, and advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion, while offering a competitive and inclusive benefits package that reflects our commitment to overall health, financial security, and work-life balance.

** Eligibility and entitlements may vary based on the employment group, and if the position is temporary, part-time, or casual **

We offer the following benefits:

• Extensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

• Hybrid-work program for eligible positions

• Generous vacation package plus paid time off during college winter closure (1 week in December)

• Employer paid defined benefit pension plan

• Potential eligibility for educational, training, and developmental programs

• Access to on-site daycare subject to availability

• Tuition waivers for courses at Langara College, subject to space availability

• Course/program tuition reimbursements

• Wellness classes and campus engagement events

Salary Range:

$46.06 - $142.49

Salary Range Placement: Salary placement is on Langara instructors’ salary scale in accordance with qualifications and experience.

Pay Grade:

LFA Instructional

Closing Date:

Sunday, August 2 2026

People and Culture is committed to embracing, honoring, and promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workplace. We remain dedicated to focusing our efforts on creating an inclusive employee community that fosters a sense of safety and belonging for everyone. We humbly acknowledge that we are just beginning our journey, which includes engaging in our own internal learning and creating a data-driven action plan that supports the integration of EDI practice into the work of People and Culture and the work we do with employees and leaders. Langara College welcomes applications from everyone including people from groups that are experiencing inequity including, but not limited to, Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. If there are any barriers that you are experiencing or an accommodation that we can provide to support you through the application process, please us.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide proof of educational and professional credentials noted on their resume. In addition, those shortlisted with international credentials must have their education credentials evaluated through WES (World Education Services) and provide Langara College, People & Culture document evaluation access for employment purposes.

We thank you for your interest in Langara College and for taking the time to complete an application. Only complete applications will be reviewed. Please be advised that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted due to the number of applications received.

Langara is committed to enhancing our diverse workforce.