Instructor, Biology

Lamar State College-Port Arthur; Port Acres (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Lamar State College-Port Arthur is hiring a Biology Instructor responsible for classroom and lab instruction as well as various college tasks. The role requires a Master’s degree with 18 credit hours in relevant subjects and proficiency in office software. Teaching experience in higher education is preferred. The position may involve evening and online classes and occasional travel. Applicants should hold a valid driver’s license and come prepared to meet the physical demands of the role including the ability to lift materials up to 25 pounds.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree with eighteen semester credit hours in the subject matter.
• Work independently in the classroom.
• Possess time management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality instruction.
• Participate in college tasks such as advising and recruiting.
• Serve on departmental and college committees.

Skills

Proficient in Microsoft Word

Proficient in Excel

Proficient in PowerPoint

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Master’s degree with eighteen semester credit hours in the subject matter

Master’s degree in Biology (preferred)

Job description

Lamar State College Port Arthur is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including and as it pertains to pregnancy and wages), national origin, disability, age, genetic information, protected veteran status, and/or retaliation.

If you have questions, please email [e-mail] or call 409-984-6560.

LSCPA’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is provided in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (20 USC § 1092(f), 34 CFR 668.46).

Job Summary

The Biology Instructor has responsibilities that include, but are not limited to, classroom instruction and lab instruction and completing all duties associated with full-time teaching. Assigned classes may occur during the day, evening, and/or online with varying teaching locations including on‑campus, dual enrollment, and Early College High School. This position reports to LSCPA’s General Education and Developmental Studies Department.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Provide quality instruction
• Participate in college tasks, which includes but is not limited to, advising, recruiting, and tutoring
• Serve on departmental and college committees, perform community services, and participate in continuing educational and/or professional development opportunities
• Exhibit commitment and involvement in the development, implementation, and assessment of curriculum based on program, department and college goals and objectives
• Attend faculty meetings
• Maintain current knowledge, expertise, and safety in the subject areas of teaching responsibility along with broader higher education matters and trends
• Respond to students, faculty and staff in a timely and professional manner
• Occasional travel to various campus and/or conference, seminar locations
• Comply with campus policies and procedures
• Other related duties, as assigned

Minimum and Preferred Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s degree with eighteen (18) semester credit hours in the subject matter
• Work independently in the classroom
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Possess time management and communication skills
• Valid driver’s license

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Biology
• Teaching experience in higher education
• Teaching experience at a two-year college

Supplemental Information

Physical Requirements:

Duties may include standing, walking, bending, reaching, and occasional lifting or moving of equipment or materials up to 25 pounds. Visual and auditory acuity are required to ensure effective instruction and safe supervision of students in classroom and laboratory settings.

Lamar State College Port Arthur is an E-Verify Employer.

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.