"Lecturer I (Biology)"

Job Details

Job Title
Lecturer I (Biology)

Agency
Prairie View A&M University

Department
Department Of Biology

Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate

Job Location
Prairie View, Texas

Job Type
Faculty

Job Description
The Department of Biological Sciences at Prairie View A&M University invites applications for a Lecturer II position, starting in Spring 2026. We are seeking a full-time, non-tenure track (NTT) faculty member committed to excellence in undergraduate science education.

Responsibilities:

• Plan, organize, and deliver General Biology and Anatomy and Physiology instruction in didactic, laboratory, and/or classroom settings to promote student success. Provide students with a frequent, timely assessment of and clear feedback regarding academic performance.
• Appropriately document student progress and maintain accurate records such as attendance, grading, and achievement of student learning outcomes. Honor student confidentiality and privacy as per appropriate laws, regulations and college rules.
• Proctor exams, participate in departmental meetings.
• Maintain appropriate office hours proportionate to the instructional assignment.
• Provide service excellence through courteous, informed, accessible, and professional engagement.
• Fulfill assessment requirements according to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) accreditation standards.
• Maintain professional relationships with students, colleagues, and the community.
• Attend meetings, trainings, and orientations as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Education & Experience:

• Doctorate (PhD, PharmD, MD, OD or DVM) in relevant areas of Biology.
• One year of experience in teaching biology at the undergraduate college level.
• One year of experience in preparation and implementation of teaching laboratories.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Three years of experience in teaching biology at the undergraduate college level.
• Three years of experience in preparation and implementation of teaching laboratories.
• Three years of expertise in instructional technology and experience in course learning management systems (i.e. Canvas).
• Experience with assessment of student learning outcomes.

Job Posting Close Date:
10/15/2025

Required Attachments:
Please attach all required documents listed below in the attachment box labeled as either “Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter” on the application. Multiple attachments may be included in the “Resume/CV” or Resume/Cover Letter” attachment box. Any additional attachments provided outside of the required documents listed below are considered optional.

• Resume or Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter