This is a full-time, nine-month or semester faculty appointment depending on the circumstances. Responsible for teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses. Works under limited supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Reports to the chair.

The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Master’s degree in the field in which the individual will be teaching is required.

Practical experience sufficient to teach at a university level, through teaching or profession, is required.

Experience teaching at a university level is preferred.

This is a security-sensitive position subject to criminal record check.
This is an IT-sensitive position subject to the Computer and Network Security policy.

The Department of Biology at Stephen F. Austin State University seeks qualified candidates for positions as Visiting Lecturers. At the time of hire, applicants must have a master’s degree in biology or a related field. The ideal candidates will have a Ph.D. or be a Ph.D. candidate in biology or a related field. Preference will be given to individuals with experience teaching and mentoring students in classroom and/or lab settings.

The successful applicants may be expected to teach courses in anatomy and physiology, animal physiology lab, nursing microbiology, cell biology, genetics lab and other courses in the applicants’ areas of expertise. The ability to teach courses in our Cellular and Molecular; Conservation Ecology and Evolutionary; and/or Aquatic Biology concentrations is desirable.

This position is eligible for participation in the Optional Retirement Program (ORP), subject to the position being full-time and at least 4 ½ months in length, or the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) retirement plan, subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

Stephen F. Austin State University, an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and Educator, is committed to excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, creed, color, age, national origin, religion or physical or mental disability as required by law. If, because of an impairment or disability, you need accommodation during any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 936-468-2304.