Lecturer of Biology

About Us

Located in Morrow, Georgia, Clayton State University is roughly 15 miles southeast of downtown Atlanta. The university offers employees an adaptable, collaborative environment that fosters professional and personal development.

The university is committed to having a positive impact on the State of Georgia and beyond by serving students and the community through broadening access to high-quality education and advancing workforce development. Clayton State offers multiple certificates, Associate's, Bachelor's, and Master's Degree programs, which currently enroll over 5,500 students in challenging campus and online courses.

Clayton State's main campus is situated on 214 beautiful acres in a lakeside setting just minutes from downtown Atlanta, making access to the vibrant metropolitan area swift. The Atlanta-Journal Constitution has named the university a Top Workplace in Atlanta for six consecutive years. The Chronicle of Higher Education also named Clayton State one of 79 higher education institutions across the nation in its list of 2017 Great Colleges to Work For.

Job Summary

The School of Sciences in the College of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics at Clayton State University is seeking applicants for a Lecturer of Biology position. The position is an academic year (renewable), non-tenure appointment that reports to the Director of the School of Sciences. The successful candidate will be expected to begin on August 1, 2026. Salary will be commensurate with experience and competitive with comparable programs.

In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, proof of authorization to work in the U.S. will be required at the time of hire.

Responsibilities

* Teach the Human Anatomy and Physiology courses and labs and other non-majors courses as needed. Tenure-track faculty are expected to teach 17.5 contact hours per week in the fall and spring semesters. The majority of courses are during normal business hours but may occasionally be online or after 5pm on weekdays.

* Participate in service to Department, School, University and community.

* Serve as a career mentor for Biology and pre-health students.

Required Qualifications

* Master's degree in biology or closely related discipline.

* Ability to teach Human Anatomy and Physiology courses and the associated labs for allied health students

* Ability and desire to teach lower division courses and labs for majors and non-majors.

* Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

* Doctoral or ABD candidate in biology or closely related discipline will be considered and are encouraged to apply.

* Potential for excellence in undergraduate teaching.

* Willingness to participate in innovative, evidence-based teaching practices.

* A commitment to working in a department that prioritizes collaboration.

* Familiarity with utilizing course management systems in teaching and/or implementing online courses (or willingness to learn).

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards.

More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://.

Institutional Values

Clayton State University will have a positive impact on the State of Georgia and beyond by serving students and the community through broadening access to high-quality education and advancing workforce development. Our statement of core values is adaptability, collaboration, excellence, integrity, and people-centered. Each Clayton State University community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on Clayton State's Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct can be found online at https://

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Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation, including a criminal background check demonstrating eligibility for employment with Clayton State University, as determined by Clayton State University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening.

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