"Part-time Adjunct Instructor: Biology"

Job Posting Title:

Part-time Adjunct Instructor: Biology

Position Type:

Faculty

Department:

LSUA ASA - Biological Sciences (Nathan J Sammons (00007928))

Work Location:

LSU - Alexandria

Pay Grade:

Academic

Job Description:

Application Due: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled

Location: Online and/or On Campus

Begin: August 18, 2025

The Louisiana State University of Alexandria (LSUA) invites applicants for multiple part-time adjunct instructor positions in the Biological Sciences. Adjunct instructors may be assigned to teach courses offered online, on campus, or both, depending on program needs. LSUA is partnering with LSU to offer a fully online B.S. in Biology degree and counts on new hires to play a vital role in this partnership. Adjuncts will be required to complete an intensive special focus program designed to guide new hires through the development of courses that are fully aligned with the LSU Online program (if applicable), meet accessibility standards, and ensure a consistent and positive learning experience for students. Adjuncts will instruct these courses beginning in the 2025–2026 academic year. The ideal candidate will have a background in one or more of the following areas: biostatistics, cellular and molecular biology, ecology, organismal biology, animal physiology, human anatomy and physiology, wildlife biology, zoo science, conservation biology, or agriculture. The contact person for this search is Dr. Cheryl Bardales, Adjunct Coordinator for the Department of Biological Sciences: cbardales@lsua.edu.

Qualifications: M.S., M.A., or Ph.D. in a subdiscipline of the biological sciences with at least 18 graduate hours in biology. A minimum of two years of experience developing or instructing online courses is preferred. ABD will be considered if the Ph.D. is completed by the time of hire.

Responsibilities:

• Continues to meet LSU Online training requirements and expectations
• Develops and instructs online courses as assigned
• Maintains high standards of instruction
• Responds to student emails within 24 hours or the next business day
• Keeps regular office hours and maintains a willingness to be receptive to students electronically
• Assists with curriculum development
• Performs other duties as assigned

About Louisiana State University of Alexandria

LSUA is a state-supported liberal arts university located in Central Louisiana. It is home to more than 4100 undergraduate students from throughout the country and the globe. LSUA is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges. It is one of the nine member institutions of the Louisiana State University System. Its mission is to provide a broad spectrum of affordable undergraduate degrees in a robust academic environment that challenges students to excel.

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

LSU believes diversity, equity, and inclusion enrich the educational experience of our students, faculty, and staff and are necessary to prepare all people to thrive personally and professionally in a global society. We celebrate diversity and are committed to the principles of diversity and inclusion. We actively seek and encourage qualified applications from persons with diverse backgrounds, cultures, and experiences. Please see the LSU Diversity Statement and Roadmap to Diversity to learn more about how LSU is committed to diversity and inclusivity. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact the Office of Human Resource Management (hr@lsu.edu).

Additional Job Description:

Competencies:

None

Special Instructions:

Application Instructions:

Submit the application and attach the followings documents as a single PDF: (1) a detailed cover letter, (2) CV, (3) teaching philosophy that includes a statement on commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, (4) unofficial transcripts, and (5) contact information for three references.

Official transcripts, three letters of recommendation and a background check required upon hire.

Posting Date:

July 29, 2025

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

Additional Position Information:

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - LSUA offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

Essential Position (Y/N):

LSUA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

HCM Contact Information:

Questions or concerns can be directed to the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 318-473-6401 or emailed hrm@lsua.edu