Visiting Assistant Professor of Biological Sciences

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Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with thespirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful,natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamiccommunity. SHSU has a small town feel with large scaleopportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas andjust an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides arearesidents with a sense of community and belonging.

SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfillingand impactful career including a superior benefit package , competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.

This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizesthe employer to obtain criminal history record information.

Visiting Assistant Professor of Biological Sciences

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Visiting Assistant Professor

Exempt

Commensurate with experience and education.

Full-Time Non-Tenure Track

College of Science & Engineering Technology

Dept of Biological Sciences

09/09/2026

Chris Randle

Professor and Chair

Department of Biological Sciences

Sam Houston State University

2000 Ave I

Huntsville, TX

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The Department of Biological Sciences seeks applicants for aVisiting Assistant Professor. Area of expertise is open to any biology field with preference given to applicants with an ecology background. The successful applicant will teach lower level courses for majors or non-majors and upper level ecology as needed. This isa 1-year appointment with the possibility of renewal.

Ph.D. in Biology, or related fields. ABD will also be considered.

Demonstrated oral and written communication skills. Demonstratedability to work independently.

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Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court.

Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions atSHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code§51.215.