Assistant Faculty of Instruction Introductory Biology and Clinical teaching faculty

Assistant Faculty of Instruction Introductory Biology and Clinical teaching faculty

Job Posting Number: 2026106NTL

Position Description

The Department of Biology invites applications for a full-time, promotion-eligible but non-tenure, Assistant Professor of Instruction position. We seek an experienced and dedicated instructor to teach face-to-face lecture courses for freshman biology majors, nonmajors biology, and other related courses as needed and serve as the Director of the B.S. Biology and Education (Life Science teaching certification program) undergraduate degree program housed within the Department of Biology. In support of the B.S. Biology and Education degree, the successful candidate will teach an upper-level course on life science pedagogy, serve as clinical teaching faculty coordinator and field supervisor, and work closely with the College of Education to support shared students. Additionally, the successful candidate will be expected to participate in departmental and university meetings, committees, service activities, and assume other duties as assigned by the Chair of the Department of Biology.

Required Qualifications

• An earned doctorate in biology (or closely related life science field).
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Previous teaching experience in biology ( or closely related life science field).

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated excellence in college or university level teaching as instructor of record in large enrollment introductory biology (or closely related life science field).
• Proficiency in the use of instructional technologies.
• Served as an instructor or supervisor in an educator preparation program.
• Experience teaching at the secondary level and/or collaborating with secondary science teachers.

Full Consideration Date:
Close Date:
Open Until Filled? No

Quicklink: https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/56743

For a detailed description of this position and to apply, visit https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/56743 or call (512) 245-2557 or visit our office at 601 University Dr., J.C. Kellam Bldg., Suite 340.

About Texas State and San Marcos:

Texas State University is a emerging research institution located in the burgeoning Austin-San Antonio corridor and in the beautiful Texas Hill Country. It is the largest of eight campuses in the Texas State University System and one of the 75 largest universities in the country, with over 38,000 students and approximately 4,000 faculty and staff

Texas State is located in San Marcos, a growing community of over 50,000 people located about half way between Austin and San Antonio. Texas State enjoys a setting that is unique among Texas universities. The beauty of the crystal-clear San Marcos River and the stately cypress and pecan trees on the campus add to the charm of the university's picturesque setting. Our location on the banks of the San Marcos River provides outdoor recreational activities throughout the year.

Why work @ Texas State?

• Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting your first day of employment for full-time employees with Texas State paying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for your dependents!
• Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and many more!
• Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family-friendly resources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellness program
• Great professional development opportunities: choose from a variety of workshops, training, online learning and even access educational leave opportunities and reimbursement for academic courses
• An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networks offered on and off-campus
• Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans and voluntary saving options with generous employer contributions

By joining the Texas State Bobcat team, you’ll be a part of one of the most beautiful, diverse, and growing universities in the nation.