Instructor

lsu; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement options

Paid holidays

Tuition exemption

Job summary

LSU invites applications for an Instructor in the LSUAM Science - BioS - Molecular Biology - Gene Expression program. The role focuses on developing and teaching BIOL 2160 online and a hybrid BIOL 1212 lab, with duties across the Introductory Biology Program and Department of Biological Sciences.

The candidate will teach BIOL 2160 online in the first year, then online BIOL 2160 plus up to two Introductory Biology courses each semester thereafter, with service duties as needed.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or PhD in a biological sciences field with related lab techniques.
• Three years' experience with standard biology laboratory techniques.
• Experience teaching at the college level, including online instruction.
• Strong training in biology and familiarity with active/inquiry-based learning.

Responsibilities

• Teach online BIOL 2160 during one term each semester and up to two Introductory Biology Program courses each semester.
• Develop an online Human Physiology course (BIOL 2160) and a hybrid BIOL 1212 lab course in the initial year.
• Provide departmental service and support for program assessment and course development.
• Fulfill additional duties as assigned by department leadership.

Education

Master's degree in Biological Sciences, Biochemistry, Microbiology or related field

PhD in Biological Sciences, Biochemistry, Microbiology or related field

Job description

Job Posting Title: Instructor

Position Type: Faculty

Department: LSUAM Science - BioS - Molecular Biology - Gene Expression (David Donze (00009160))

Work Location: 0101 Life Sciences Building

Pay Grade: Academic

Job Description: This individual will be responsible for development of a hybrid online/in person Introductory Biology laboratory course (BIOL 1212) and a completely online Human Physiology course (BIOL 2160) and teaching the BIOL 2160 course during the 2026/27 AY. After the 2026/27 AY, this individual will teach the online BIOL 2160 course and up to two Introductory Biology Program courses each semester or other courses as needed. This individual will provide service in support of the Introductory Biology Program or Department of Biological Sciences as needed.

• 50% Teach online BIOL 2160 during one term each semester and up to two Introductory Biology Program courses each semester.
• 35% Develop an online Human Physiology course (BIOL 2160) and a hybrid online/in person laboratory course (BIOL 1212) during the initial year of appointment.
• 10% Provide service in support of the Introductory Biology Program and Department of Biological Sciences as needed. This may include providing help with required program assessment each semester or developing additional online courses.
• 5% Additional duties as deemed necessary by the Associate Chair of Introductory Biology, Associate Chair of Undergraduate Studies, or the Department Chair to fit the changing needs of a growing department.

• Master's degree in Biological Sciences, Biochemistry, Microbiology or related field.
• Three years experience with standard laboratory techniques used in biology laboratories.
• Experience teaching at the college level. This can include experience as a graduate teaching assistant.
• Experience teaching online courses.
• Strong training in biology, experience with multimedia or other modern instructional technology or both; familiarity with practices of active learning and inquiry-based learning.

• PhD in Biological Sciences, Biochemistry, Microbiology or related field with experience with standard laboratory techniques used in biology laboratories.
• Experience teaching at the college level. This can include experience as a graduate teaching assistant.
• Experience teaching online courses.
• Strong training in biology, experience with multimedia or other modern instructional technology or both; familiarity with practices of active learning and inquiry-based learning.

Posting Date: August 14, 2026

Closing Date: December 11, 2026

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

• health
• life
• dental
• vision insurance
• flexible spending accounts
• retirement options
• various leave options
• paid holidays
• wellness benefits
• tuition exemption for qualified positions
• training and development opportunities
• employee discounts

Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University's partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university's ability to employ individuals in certain positions.