Job Information
Texas A&M University - Faculty Academic Professional Track (Non-Tenure): Lecturer in McAllen, Texas
Academic Professional Track (Non-Tenure): Lecturer Biology
Location McAllen, TX
Open Date 6/12/2024
Position ID 140417
Description
The Department of Biology at Texas A&M University has an opening for a Lecturer position with an anticipated start date of August 1, 2024. This is a full-time position and will not accrue tenure. The position is a 9-month appointment, from September to May. The primary role of this position is to provide high-quality biology instruction to undergraduates. The department has particular needs in its 2-course Introductory Biology series, BIOL 111 and BIOL 112.
Qualifications
Essential Qualifications
- Ph.D. degree conferred before August 1, 2024, in biology or a related science.
Preferred Qualifications:
At least one semester of teaching experience as instructor of record (or functional equivalent) of an undergraduate or graduate course.
Breadth of knowledge to teach a variety of biological disciplines. However, preference will be given to candidates with a background in cellular and molecular biology or ecology and evolution.
Experience with student-centered pedagogical teaching approaches that enhance student success.
Application Instructions
For full consideration, applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a personal statement to inlclude philosophy and plans for teaching, research, and service as applicable, and contact information for three references by Jul 15th, 2024. Application materials must be submitted online at http://apply.interfolio.com/147490
If you have any questions about this search, please e-mail Drs. Asha Rao and Jim Erickson, co-chairs of the search committee, at arao@bio.tamu.edu and jerickson@bio.tamu.edu.