Lecturer in Biology

Lecturer in Biology

Academic Year

Position Summary:

The School of Mathematics, Science, and Engineering seeks part-time faculty candidates for Lecturer in Biology. Candidates will present lectures and/or labs in undergraduate core biology, including anatomy and physiology courses and a variety of labs. Faculty shall maintain highest professional ethics consistent with the UIW Mission. Official duties include teaching and assigned professional activities.

• 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 and answer their questions (1 hour per 3-hour class, physically and/or electronically).
• Adhere to UIW Faculty Handbook policies including timely record keeping, fair evaluation, and timely feedback.
• Conduct respectful relationships with faculty, staff, and students in and out of the classroom.
• Maintain contact with the department chair and participate in meetings upon request.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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 introductory biology, 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: UN1009PO

Number of Vacancies: 8

Job Type: Part Time

Job Category:
Faculty

Salary: $2,900 - $3,500 per 3‑hour course, commensurate with experience.

Open Date: 04/13/2026

Close Date: 04/30/2027

Reports to:

Dean, School of Mathematics, Science, and Engineering

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).

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.

• Resume/CV (Faculty)
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• Unofficial Transcripts 1
• Professional Reference Contacts

• Unofficial Transcripts 2
• Unofficial Transcripts 3
• Other Document

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
  • UIW Website
  • Indeed
  • Linked In
  • 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