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University Of The, Inc.arnate Word

Lecturer in Biology (2025-2026 Academic Year)

University Of The, Inc.arnate Word, San Antonio, Texas, United States, 78208

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Lecturer in Biology (2025-2026 Academic Year) Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Position Information Position Title: Lecturer in Biology (2025-2026 Academic Year)

UIW Mission: University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good.

Position Summary The School of Mathematics, Science, and Engineering is seeking part-time faculty candidates for Lecturer in Biology. The Lecturer in Biology presents lectures and/or labs in undergraduate and/or graduate core biology, including anatomy and physiology courses and a variety of labs. In all matters, faculty are expected to maintain the highest standards of professional ethics consistent with the UIW Mission. Official duties and responsibilities of part-time faculty members at the university include teaching and professional activities as assigned.

This applicant pool will remain online and be used to hire interested part-time faculty as needed for the 2025-2026 Academic Year.

This position is not benefits eligible.

Essential Functions

Prepare course outlines and teach based on approved departmental syllabi; prepare and deliver consistent, interactive lectures.

Prepare and administer timely and meaningful assessments for assigned courses.

Work collaboratively with departmental faculty to ensure standard curriculum outcomes are met.

Be available outside of class to help students learn as well as answer their questions (1 hour per 3-hour class, physically and/or electronically).

Adhere to UIW Faculty Handbook policies and processes including timely record keeping of student activities, fair and equitable evaluation of student performance, and timely feedback to students regarding their performance in the course.

Conduct respectful relationships with faculty, staff, and students both in and outside the classroom.

Maintain contact with the department chair and participate in meetings upon request.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Ability to teach assigned courses;

Ability to effectively learn and use instructional technology;

Willingness and flexibility to teach day, evening, and weekend sections as needed;

Ability to incorporate technology into teaching;

Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures.

Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA.

Required Education Master’s Degree in Biology or Master’s Degree in related field with 18 graduate hours in Biology-related areas.

Required Work Experience None.

Preferred Qualifications Previous experience teaching at the college level, preferably biology courses/labs in the following areas: introductory biology for majors & non-majors, microbiology, cell biology, ecology, and anatomy & physiology.

Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations N/A.

Work Hours Based on course assignment.

Physical Demands Typical for faculty in this discipline.

Posting Number UN908PO

Number of Vacancies 8

Job Type Part Time

Job Category Faculty

Desired Start Date Multi-Hire Pool Yes

Reports to Dean, School of Mathematics, Science, and Engineering

Salary $2,900-$3,500 per 3hr course, commensurate with experience

Open Date 03/05/2025

Close Date 03/31/2026

Open Until Filled No

Special Instructions to Applicant N/A.

EOE UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).

Title IX This position is considered a “Responsible Employee” under Title IX federal regulations and “Mandatory Reporter” under Texas state law and the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy. As a Mandatory Reporter, this position requires you as the employee to promptly report any incident that you witness or receive information about Title IX violations. These reporting responsibilities are set out in the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy.

Required Documents

Resume/CV (Faculty)

Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Teaching Philosophy

Unofficial Transcripts 1

Professional Reference Contacts

Optional Documents

Unofficial Transcripts 2

Unofficial Transcripts 3

Other Document

Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* How did you hear about this employment opportunity?

UIW Website

HigherEdJobs.com

Indeed

LinkedIn

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Personal Referral

Employee Referral

Other

If you selected other, please tell us where? (Open Ended Question)

* Do you have at least a Master’s Degree in Biology or a Master’s Degree in related field with 18 graduate hours in Biology-related areas?

No

Yes, Master’s Degree in Biology

Yes, Master’s Degree in related field + 18 graduate hours in Biology-related areas

* How many academic years of teaching experience do you have in this field at the college or university level?

None

1 semester

1 academic year

2 academic years

3 academic years

4 academic years

5 or more academic years

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