Instructor; Non-Renewable - Wildlife Biology

Job Title Instructor (Non-Renewable) - Wildlife Biology

Agency East Texas A&M University

Department Biological & Environmental Science

Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate

Job Location Commerce, Texas

Job Type Faculty

The Department of Biological and Environmental Sciences is currently accepting applications for a full‑time, non‑renewable nine‑month Instructor position. The role involves teaching wildlife biology, conservation science, and ecology courses at the Commerce, TX campus starting in Fall 2026. Candidates should be able to demonstrate a strong commitment to teamwork and provide service to the department, the university, and the local community as part of their role.

• Teach 15 hours (or equivalent) of undergraduate or graduate courses in wildlife biology, habitat ecology, and GIS, for undergraduate and graduate levels, in face‑to‑face and online format.
• Maintain quality programming in terms of expectations for activity, quality instruction, and record keeping.
• Coordinate and facilitate associated labs with Wildlife and Conservation Science and Biology Faculty.
• Engage in service within the department of biological and environmental science department and serve on departmental, college, university, and professional committees.
• Perform other duties as needed, related to the overall mission of the department, the college, and the university.
• Foster a work environment of respect, understanding, and collaboration.

• Education:
  
  Doctoral or master’s degree in biology, wildlife biology, ecology or a closely related discipline.
• Experience / Knowledge /
  
  Skills:
  
  Fluent oral and written communication skills; strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively with a team of professionals; commitment to high quality teaching; dedication to high standards and student success; experience in working with wildlife in real world settings and research settings.
• Ability to: multi‑task and work well as part of a team.
• Licensing/Professional
  
  Certifications:
  
  N/A.
• Physical Requirements:
  
  N/A.

• Higher education teaching experience.
• Experience working with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and perspectives.

Overseeing the teaching of laboratories related to the teaching of assigned courses which includes supervision of Graduate Assistants and Learning Assistants.

All positions are security‑sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.