Job · Seattle, WA · Full time

Instructor, Biology

Seattle University · $520.5M budget · 4,121 staff · Since 1891

Why Seattle University

FY2024 · Form 990Its mission and biggest programs, as filed

Provides Jesuit, Catholic higher education to undergraduate and graduate students, focusing on academic rigor, professional formation, and empowering leaders for a just world.

  • Founded in 1891, Seattle University is a Jesuit, Catholic university located on a beautiful campus of more than 55 acres in the dynamic heart of Seattle. Our diverse and inclusive campus is comprised of more than 7,100 students enrolled in…$354.5M spent in FY2024

Before you apply

FY2023 · Form 990Independent: from IRS data, not the org
Pays its leaders
$282K–$822K
12 officers reported
Fine: from the org's Form 990.
Pt VII · Sec A
Budget
$400.3M
spent in FY2023
Fine: from the org's Form 990.
Pt I · Ln 18
Staff
4,121
employees
49 volunteers
Fine: from the org's Form 990.
Pt I · Ln 5–6
Spent on programs
86%
of spending
Looks good: 86% of spending went to programs; 75% or more.
Pt IX · Ln 25 · col B
Surplus or deficit
+12%
of revenue, FY2023
Looks good: revenue was at least expenses in the latest filing.
Pt I · Ln 19
Cash reserves
23 mo
of spending, in cash and securities
Looks good: 23.0 months of spending in cash; 3 or more.
Pt X · Ln 1–2 · Pt I · Ln 18
Latest return
FY2023
latest Form 990
Fine: the latest return is for FY2023, 3 tax years back; within 3 tax years.
IRS e-file
IRS status
501(c)(3)
tax-exempt since 1992
Looks good: listed by the IRS.
IRS BMF
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About the role

The org's own posting, as written

Position Description The Department of Biology at Seattle University invites applications for a full-time Instructor position for the 2026-27 academic year. This position is a temporary replacement for current faculty on sabbatical leaves. We are seeking an instructor to teach some combination of introductory courses (BIOL 1610+1611, 1620+1621, 1630+1631), majors courses including genetics, anatomy and physiology, virology, and cell biology, and/or non-majors courses on cancer biology or global health. Specific course assignments will be determined based on the candidate’s expertise and departmental needs.

Ideal candidates will demonstrate expertise in a relevant field of biology and a commitment to undergraduate education and teaching excellence. Minimum requirements include a Masters degree, or equivalent, in a relevant biological field and undergraduate teaching experience.

Salary

Range: $55,000 - $61,000, dependent on experience Application Instructions: Submit applications to https://www.seattleu.edu/careers, and include a curriculum vitae; a cover letter that includes your future teaching plans and courses of interest; also include the names and contact information for three references. Review of applications will begin August 25, 2026 and continue until the position is filled. Inquiries may be directed to Dr. Carolyn Stenbak ([email protected]). Founded in 1891, Seattle University is a Jesuit Catholic university located on a beautiful campus of more than 50 acres in the dynamic heart of Seattle.

Our diverse and driven population is made up of more than 7,200 students enrolled in undergraduate and graduate programs within eight schools and colleges. Seattle University is an equal opportunity employer. In support of its pursuit of academic and scholarly excellence, Seattle University is committed to creating a diverse community of students, faculty and staff that is dedicated to the fundamental principles of equal opportunity and treatment in education and employment regardless of age, color, disability, gender identity, national origin, political ideology, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

The university encourages applications from, and nominations of, individuals who will further enrich the diversity of our educational community. Compensation at a Glance:

Salary

Range: $55,000 - $61,000, dependent on experience. Seattle University has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information, and not based on a candidate’s gender or any other protected status. Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. Seattle University provides generous leave, health plans, and…

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About Seattle University

From its Form 990

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