Biological Sciences Adjunct Instructor - On-Campus/Online

tamus; Stephenville (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Tarleton State University in Stephenville, Texas invites applications for the position of Adjunct Instructor in the Department of Biological Sciences. This part-time teaching role supports our growing student enrollment for the 2025-2026 academic year, delivering lectures, labs, and assessments.

Successful candidates may teach up to six (6) semester credit hours, deliver instruction on campus or via approved modalities, and hold office hours to support students.

Qualifications

• Earned master's degree in Biology with a minimum of 18 graduate hours in the teaching discipline.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.
• Preferred: Previous face-to-face and/or online teaching experience at the collegiate level.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver lectures, seminars, and/or laboratory offerings to undergraduate and/or graduate students.
• Develop course syllabi, select instructional materials, and design assessments such as exams, quizzes, papers, etc.
• Assess student performance, provide timely feedback, and evaluate student learning outcomes to inform teaching practices and curriculum improvements.
• Engage students in active learning, foster critical thinking, and provide opportunities for discussion, collaboration, and hands-on learning.
• Provide academic support and guidance to students through office hours, feedback on assignments, and mentoring.
• Adhere to university policies, academic integrity standards, and accreditation requirements related to teaching responsibilities.
• Incorporate innovative teaching methods, technologies, and pedagogical approaches to enhance student learning and engagement.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree in Biology

Job description

Tarleton State University in Stephenville, Texas invites applications for the position of Adjunct Instructor in the Department of Biological Sciences. This part-time teaching role supports our growing student enrollment for the 2025-2026 academic year, delivering lectures, labs, and assessments.

Successful candidates may teach up to six (6) semester credit hours, deliver instruction on campus or via approved modalities, and hold office hours to support students.