Adjunct Instructor, Biology

Lamar University; Beaumont (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Lamar University is seeking candidates for a part-time teaching position in the Department of Biology. The successful candidate will teach courses at various levels and maintain accurate student records. Candidates must possess a graduate degree in Biology or a closely related field, demonstrating excellent communication skills and innovative teaching methods.

This position is filled on an as-needed basis, ensuring flexible scheduling. As a proud Equal Opportunity Employer, Lamar University upholds its commitment to diversity and offers employment preference to veteran candidates.

Qualifications

• Earned graduate degree in Biology or related field is required.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to implement effective teaching strategies.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses at assigned times maintaining accurate student records.
• Communicate effectively with students and department staff.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Verbal communication

Written communication

Innovative teaching strategies

Education

Graduate degree in Biology or relevant discipline

Job description

Job Summary

The Department of Biology seeks candidates qualified to teach courses at any level of instruction in the department curriculum. This is a part-time, pooled position filled on an as-needed basis.

Essential Job Functions

• Teach courses at assigned times using current pedagogical methods, keeping accurate records of students’ grades.
• Maintain effective and timely communication with students, chair of the department, and composition director.

Minimum Qualifications

• Applicants should have an earned graduate degree in Biology or other relevant teaching discipline.

Key Competencies

• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to implement effective and innovative teaching strategies.

Physical Requirements

• Able to lift 25 lbs and be able to perform a variety of physical tasks, including lifting, bending, stooping, squatting, stair climbing, and walking between buildings.

Job Conditions

• Indoor.

Special Note

• We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship now or in the future.

Lamar University is An Equal Opportunity Employer

Lamar University is proud to provide employment preference to veteran applicants in accordance with Texas 805 Government Code, Section 657.003.

This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.