Instructor

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Job Posting Title:

Instructor

   

Position Type:

Faculty

   

Department:

LSUAM Science - BioS - Introduction to Biology (Christopher Stephen Gregg (00002971))

   

Work Location:

0102 Life Sciences Building

   

Pay Grade:

Academic

   

Job Description:

Teach undergraduate biology lecture courses or laboratory courses or both as needed for the Introductory Biology Program in the Department of Biological Sciences. Provide service in support of the Introductory Biology Program or Department of Biological Sciences as needed.

Duties:

80% Teach undergraduate biology lecture courses or laboratory courses or both for the Introductory Biology Program in the Department of Biological Sciences.

10% Provide service in support of the Introductory Biology Program and Department of Biological Sciences as needed. These may include providing help with required program assessment each semester or serving on either standing or ad hoc committees for example.

10% Additional duties as deemed necessary by the Associate Chair of Introductory Biology, Associate Chair of Undergraduate Studies, or the Department Chair to fit the changing needs of a growing department.

Minimum Qualifications:

Master's degree in Biological Sciences, Biochemistry, Microbiology, or related field; 3 years experience with standard laboratory techniques used in biology laboratories. Experience teaching at the college level;. This can include experience as a graduate assistant.

Preferred Qualifications:

PhD in Biological Sciences, Biochemistry, Microbiology,or related field; and 3 years experience with strong training in biology, experience with multimedia or other modern instructional technology or both; familiarity with practices of active learning and inquiry-based learning.

Job Competencies required:
Proficient with MS Word, MS Excel, MS Power Point;

Familiar with standard biology laboratory techniques.

   

Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:

Please attached c.v./resume, a list of at least three references with complete contact information and a brief teaching statement. An official transcript showing highest degree obtained will be needed prior to hire. For questions or concerns regarding the position, please contact Lori Bond at [email protected].

   

Skills Needed:

   

Preferred Skills:

   

Posting Date:

July 16, 2026

   

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

January 12, 2027

  

Additional Position Information:

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

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Essential Position (Y/N):

   

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