Adjunct/Per Course Faculty, Aquatic Botanist (Spring 2027)

Missouri State University; Springfield (MO); Hybrid; USD 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Missouri State University in Springfield invites applications for Adjunct/Per Course Faculty, Aquatic Botanist (Spring 2027). The instructor will teach per course, focusing on aquatic plants and algae in Missouri Ozark streams, reservoirs and wetlands, with field trips to nearby locations.

The position requires a master’s degree in a biology-related field (preferred) and the ability to collect, identify, and teach about plants and algae in field and lab settings, using meters, microscopes, and

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in biology-related field preferred.
• Experience with field collection, preservation, and identification of aquatic plants and algae.
• Ability to use field tools such as meters, microscopes, and sampling gear in classroom and field settings.

Responsibilities

• Teach per-course to identify aquatic plants and algae in field and lab settings.
• Lead field trips to Missouri Ozark streams, reservoirs, and wetlands.
• Convey plant life history, ecology, and evolution and discuss management practices.

Skills

Field sampling

Microscopy

Algae identification

Education

Master’s degree in biology-related field

Tools

Meters

Microscopes

Sampling equipment

Job description

Adjunct/Per Course Faculty, Aquatic Botanist (Spring 2027)

Position Information

Position Title

Position Title Adjunct/Per Course Faculty, Aquatic Botanist (Spring 2027)

Work Location

Work Location Springfield Campus

Out-of-State Employment

Out-of-state employment is limited to Arkansas, Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, D.C., and subject to supervisor approval.

Department

Department Biology

Sponsorship Information

Applicants must be currently authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States on a full-time basis. This position is not eligible for work visa sponsorship.

Term

Term Spring Semester (per course faculty only)

Begin Date -Spring Term

Begin Date -Spring Term 01/11/2027

Begin Date - Summer Term

Begin Date - Fall Term

Maximum credit hours Per Course faculty can teach

Maximum credit hours Per Course faculty can teach 12 Credit Hours per 12 Month Period - Springfield Campus

Description of Primary Duties

A successful candidate will have a thorough knowledge of aquatic plants and algae within Missouri Ozark aquatic environments: streams, reservoirs, and wetlands. A master’s degree in a biology-related field is preferred. Candidates should understand how to collect, sample, preserve, and identify plants and algae, and they are expected to also have a strong grasp of how to use common field tools such as meters, various microscopes, and sampling equipment. Previous teaching experience at the college-level is preferred. The instructor will need to accurately teach students to identify plants and algae in the field and lab; convey plant life history, ecology, and evolution; describe effective management practices to limit or support plant and algal growth; and indicate the ways in which plants benefit their communities and environmental conditions and how plants can be harnessed by humans to improve degraded environments. The instructor is expected to lead their class on several field trips to nearby locations. Previous safety training in first aid and laboratory chemical safety is desired. The instructor should also know how to appropriately assess the students’ understanding of course materials through periodic quizzes, lecture exams, and lab exams throughout the semester.

Minimum Acceptable Qualifications

Per Course Faculty should possess a master’s degree or the equivalent professional experience in a field determined acceptable by the Dean.

Additional Qualifications

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

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  (Open Ended Question)

• * Do you have a Master's Degree?
  • No
  • Yes
• * What discipline is your Master's degree?

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• * Are you a current full-time regular Missouri State University employee?
  • Yes, I am a current full-time faculty/staff University employee.
  • No, I am not currently employed by the University.
  • No, I am a current per course faculty member.
  • No, I am a current part-time staff University employee.
  • No, I am a current University graduate assistant or teaching assistant.
  • No, I am a current student University employee.

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Unofficial Transcripts - 1
• Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents

• Statement of Teaching Philosophy
• Letter of Recommendation-1 (Non-confidential)
• Letter of Recommendation-2 (Non-confidential)
• Letter of Recommendation-3 (Non-confidential)
• Unofficial Transcripts -2

Employment will require a criminal background check at University expense.

Non-Discrimination Statement

Missouri State University is a community of people with respect for diversity. The University emphasizes the dignity and equality common to all persons and adheres to a strict non-discrimination policy regarding the treatment of individual faculty, staff, and students. In accord with federal law and applicable Missouri statutes, the University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin (including ancestry, or any other subcategory of national origin recognized by applicable law), religion, sex (including marital status, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other subcategory of sex recognized by applicable law), age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law in employment or in any program or activity offered or sponsored by the University. Sex discrimination encompasses sexual harassment, which includes sexual violence, and is strictly prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972.

This policy shall not be interpreted in a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or of military organizations associated with the Armed Forces of the United States of America.

The University maintains a grievance procedure incorporating due process available to any person who believes he or she has been discriminated against. Missouri State University is an Equal Opportunity employer. Inquiries concerning the complaint/grievance procedure related to discrimination on the basis of a protected class, including sexual harassment and sexual assault, or compliance with federal and state laws and guidelines, should be addressed to the Director, Office for Institutional Compliance, Carrington Hall 205, 901 S. National Ave., Springfield, Missouri 65897, [e-mail] , 417-836-4252.

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