Ecology and Organismal Biology - Part-Time Lecturer Pool

CSU Careers • Fullerton, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Biological Science at CSU Fullerton invites applications for its Part-Time Lecturer Pool. We welcome applications from individuals who are experienced and student-centered to teach in various subject areas including General Biology, Plant Biology, Plant Ecology, Biogeography, Marine Ecology, Desert Ecology, Coastal Ecology, Behavioral Ecology, Mammalogy/Ornithology/Ichthyology/Herpetology, and Conservation Biology. This is a part-time appointment, typically to teach credit-bearing biology courses in person, at the lower division level. Responsibility for a course will be vested in the lecturer, sometimes under the direct supervision of an appropriate faculty member. Teaching assignments may include multi-section coordinated courses, requiring adherence to all coordinated course policies. Appointments from this pool are temporary and often made just prior to the start of the academic term, with potential for very short notice employment offers.

Requirements

• A Masters or PhD degree in Botany, Ecology, Marine Biology, or a related field or equivalent experience.
• Prior teaching experience at the university level.
• Ability to interact and work effectively with a wide and culturally diverse range of students, including first-generation college students.
• Strong evidence of content knowledge of the various subject areas listed.
• Strong spoken English communication skills.
• Strong written English communication skills.
• Computer skills.
• Professional presentation and demeanor.

Nice To Haves

• Significant teaching experience in working with diverse populations.
• Experience fostering a collaborative, supportive, and inclusive environment.
• Relevant performance and professional experience.

Responsibilities

• Providing classroom instruction.
• Preparing course materials and administering assignments to students.
• Administering examinations, grading student work and otherwise assessing student performance, and determining course grades.
• Holding scheduled office hours.
• Attending all weekly lab preparatory meetings.
• Participating in all class field trips, if applicable.
• Completing all necessary trainings.
• Attending Lecturers Meetings.

Benefits

• Access to many campus facilities and services including but not limited to the Grand Central Art Center in Santa Ana, CSUF Garden Grove Center, Fullerton Arboretum, cultural events and performances in the Clayes Performing Arts Center, Cal State Fullerton Athletics sports events, Titan Recreation Center, and the Employee Wellness Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level