Assistant​/Associate​/Full Professor of Biology

LeTourneau University is seeking an exceptional environmental science educator with a strong Christian faith to teach and serve within the Department of Biology and Kinesiology. Potential courses to be taught are in the areas of environmental sciences, ecology, toxicology, pharmacology, life sciences, and general biology. Research and teaching experience are highly desired. This is a 9-month, full-time, tenure-track position with rank negotiable based on experience.

Classes and other responsibilities are conducted primarily on weekdays but may include occasional evening or weekend responsibilities. Attendance is required at typical faculty and administrative meetings including graduation.

• Teach a full-time load of undergraduate biology courses in the areas of Environmental Sciences, Ecology, Toxicology, Pharmacology, Life Sciences, and General Biology, and potentially other courses in the biology curriculum.
• Represent the Department of Biology in professional organizations and stay current on graduate admissions and entrance requirements for schools which emphasize studies in Biology and Biomedical Sciences.
• Teach a range of freshman- to senior-level Biology courses.
• Oversee laboratory instruction conforming to best practices, including those for safety and protection of human health.
• Use and maintain currency with appropriate instructional technology.
• Participate actively in the university learning community by serving on department, school, and/or university committees and special service assignments.
• Participate in student advising, success, and retention programs.
• Maintain a commitment to academic scholarship in the field of expertise.
• Collaborative teaching and research within and outside of the department.

• Genuine support of LeTourneau University's Faith Statement and Community Covenant and enthusiasm for integrating faith and learning in the classroom.
• An earned doctorate in the field of life sciences or a closely related field from an accredited university.
• A strong interest and commitment to teaching, research, and advising at the undergraduate level including advising students of pre-health professions.
• A demonstrated ability to relate to students and communicate subject material using contemporary methods.
• The ability to interact effectively and professionally with students, colleagues, and administrators.

Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience and other qualifications. LeTourneau University offers group health insurance plans, life insurance, contribution to a retirement program, and undergraduate tuition waivers for employees and their dependents, among other benefits.

Fall 2025

Interested applicants should submit a letter of interest, CV, completed application, and copies of unofficial transcripts to the email address listed below. Applications will be reviewed as received until the position is filled. Applications are available u.edu/jobs and should be submitted electronically to:

Office of the Provost
LeTourneau University
PO Box 7001
Longview, TX 75607
E-mail:
Officeofthe Provost

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