Assistant Professor of Instruction – Introductory Biology

Texas State University; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established academic institution is seeking a dedicated Assistant Professor of Instruction in Introductory Biology. This full-time, non-tenure-track position offers the opportunity to inspire and educate students in face-to-face lecture courses and lab classes. The successful candidate will be deeply involved in departmental activities and will contribute to the academic community. This role is perfect for those passionate about teaching and eager to make a significant impact on the next generation of scientists. Join a vibrant university environment that fosters innovation and academic excellence.

Qualifications

• Earned doctorate in biology or related field required.
• Excellent communication and teaching skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Teach face-to-face lecture courses and coordinate lab classes.
• Participate in departmental and university meetings and committees.

Skills

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Teaching experience in general biology

Proficiency in instructional technology

Education

Doctorate in Biology or closely related life science

Job description

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Assistant Professor of Instruction – Introductory Biology

Position Title Assistant Professor of Instruction – Introductory Biology

Job Posting Number

Job Posting Number 2025051NTL

Job Location

Job Location San Marcos

College/Division

College/Division College of Science and Engineering

Department/School

Department/School Biology

Position Description

The Department of Biology invites applications for a full time, non-tenure-track Assistant Professor of Instruction position. We seek an experienced and dedicated instructor to offer face-to-face lecture courses and to coordinate lab classes in freshman majors and nonmajors biology beginning in fall 2025. The successful candidate will be expected to participate in departmental and university meetings, committees and service activities, and to assume other duties as assigned by the Chair of the Department of Biology. This position is promotion-eligible but non-tenurable.

Required Qualifications

• An earned doctorate in biology or a closely related life science field
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Previous teaching experience in general biology classes
• Availability to teach late afternoon/evening classes

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated excellence in college or university-level teaching as instructor of record in introductory biology courses
• Proficiency in the use of instructional technology
• Experience coordinating multiple laboratory classes and managing teaching assistants

For full consideration, please submit the following items by June 15, 2025:

• Cover letter emphasizing your qualifications for this position
• Unofficial transcripts (submitted as a single document )

As part of the application, you will be asked to provide contact information for three academic references with knowledge of your experience and skills in university-level teaching. Please provide the names and email addresses for these references in the “List of References” section of the employment application.

The candidate selected for hire will be required to provide official transcripts from all degree-granting universities.

Type of Position

Type of Position Full-Time

Proposed Start Date

Proposed Start Date 08/16/2025

Posting Date

Posting Date 04/29/2025

Review Date

Review Date 06/15/2025

Close Date

Close Date 06/15/2025

Open Until Filled? No

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Record Checks and Verifications

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

Eligibility for Employment

Proper documentation of identity and eligibility for employment will be required before the hiring process can be completed.

Why Work at Texas State?

Texas State University is home to more than 38,000 students and 2,000 faculty members in the growing Austin-San Antonio corridor. A member of the Doctoral Universities: Higher Research Activity Carnegie classification, the university creates new knowledge, fosters cultural and economic development, and prepares its growing student population for the endless possibilities that await them as citizens of Texas, the nation, and the world.

Bolstered by research with relevance and innovation in creative and scholarly work in a full range of academic disciplines, Texas State seeks outstanding candidates for a variety of faculty positions.

• Unofficial Transcripts (all in one document)

Curriculum Vitae

Cover Letter

Unofficial Transcripts (all in one document)

• DD 214/DD1300
• Veteran's Preference

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have a Ph.D. in biology, ecology, environmental science, or a related science field at the time of employment?
  • Yes, I have a Ph.D. in biology, ecology, environmental science, or a related science.
  • Yes, ABD with anticipated completion prior to start date.
  • No.