Lecturer, Biology

Texas A&M - Kingsville•Kingsville, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Faculty members at Texas A&M University–Kingsville teach undergraduate courses across multiple sections and formats, maintaining high standards of instructional quality. This Lecturer in Biology position supports the department’s undergraduate teaching mission through instruction, student mentoring, advising, and service activities. The position may also assist with curriculum support and other academic initiatives aligned with the university mission.

Requirements

Master’s degree or Ph.D. in Biology or a closely related field from an accredited university.
At least 18 graduate semester hours in biological sciences.
Evidence of effective teaching or strong potential for teaching.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
Ability to work cooperatively with others.
Knowledge of principles and methods for teaching and instructing individuals and groups.
Ability to use instructional technologies and learning management systems.
Ability to move instructional materials with or without assistance.
Ability to speak and actively engage in classroom and laboratory settings.
Ability to work in standard classroom, laboratory, and office environments.
This position is security sensitive.
This position will require export-control authorization prior to starting employment.
This position requires compliance with state and federal laws/codes and Texas A&M University System/TAMU policies, regulations, rules and procedures.
All tasks and job responsibilities must be performed safely without injury to self or others in compliance with System and University safety requirements.

Nice To Haves

Experience teaching introductory biology courses.
Experience teaching lab or field based courses.
Ability to teach a broad range of undergraduate biology courses

Responsibilities

Teach undergraduate courses such as General Biology I and II lecture and labs, introductory biology for majors and non-majors, and related courses as assigned.
Deliver instruction in on campus and online formats when needed.
Maintain high standards of teaching effectiveness and student engagement.
Develop syllabi, assignments, laboratories, and assessments aligned with departmental expectations.
Support student success through mentoring and academic advising.
Participate in departmental and university service activities, meetings, assessment, recruitment, and related initiatives.
Other duties may be assigned.

Benefits

Medical $0 - $30 per month for Employee Only coverage after university contribution ($920 value). Up to 83% of premium covered by the university: Employee and Spouse Employee and Children Employee and Family coverage
Dental & Vision
Life Insurance, Accidental D&D, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending Account
On-Campus Wellness Opportunities: TAMUK’s Wellness Program is designed to enrich lives through health and wellness programming that is meaningful and impactful.
Work Life Solutions: Counseling, Work Life Assistance, Financial Resources, and Legal Resources
Tuition Benefits: Employee Tuition Assistance Program
Book scholarships
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Retirement: Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP), dependent on position
Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan
Employee Leave: 8+ hours of vacation per month
8 hours of sick leave per month
8 hours of paid Birthday leave
12-15 paid holidays per year