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Stephen F. Austin State University Adjunct Faculty - Biology in Nacogdoches, Texas
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Position Information
Job Title Adjunct Faculty - Biology
Classification Title ADJUNCT FACULTY
Rank Adjunct Instructor
Tenure Information Non-Tenure Track
FLSA Exempt
Full Time/Part Time Part Time
Job Description
This is a full-time or part-time position that is awarded on a semester basis and is used to fill temporary vacancies. Responsible for teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses. Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Reports to the chair.
Essential Job Functions
Prepares and delivers classes to undergraduate and/or graduate students.
Compiles, administers, and grades examinations.
May provide services to the university and the profession.
May conduct supplemental instructional activities such as independent studies, internships, and advising.
Non-Essential Job Functions
May supervise the work of student and/or graduate assistants.
May serve on departmental, college, and university committees.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Knowledge and practical experience in the field in which the individual will be teaching.
Ability to effectively teach undergraduate and/or graduate students.
Ability to work within a collaborative faculty environment.
Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
Ability to work effectively and responsibly with students.
Physical Demands
Required Education
Master’s degree in the field in which the individual will be teaching is required. Some fields may allow applicable practical experience to substitute for Master’s degree.
Required Experience and Training
Practical experience sufficient to teach at a university level, through teaching or profession, is required.
Preferred Qualifications
Terminal degree is preferred. Experience teaching at the university level is preferred.
Special Conditions for Eligibility
This is a security-sensitive position subject to criminal record check.
This is an IT-sensitive position subject to the Computer and Network Security policy.
Other Specifications
Experience teaching Anatomy and Physiology is strongly preferred.
Required Background Check Yes
Salary Information Commensurate with Experience
Benefit and Retirement Eligibility
This position is eligible for participation in the Optional Retirement Program ( ORP ), subject to the position being full-time and at least 4 ½ months in length, or the Teacher Retirement System of Texas ( TRS ) retirement plan, subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.
EEO Statement
Stephen F. Austin State University, an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and Educator, is committed to excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, creed, color, age, national origin, religion or physical or mental disability as required by law. If, because of an impairment or disability, you need accommodation during any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 936-468-2304.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number F2024-009
Candidates Eligible to Apply Open to all qualified applicants
Number of Vacancies 2
Desired Start Date 08/22/2024
Position End Date (if temporary)
Posting Open Date 03/06/2024
Review Start Date 03/29/2024
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Posting Quick Link https://careers.sfasu.edu/postings/11263
Contact Information
Department Biology
Contact Name Mark Barringer
Contact Phone (936) 468-2194
Contact Email mbarringer@sfasu.edu
Contact Information Applicants will be contacted by the hiring department if selected for an interview If you have technical questions about this job posting, please contact HR at (936) 468-2304.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- Which of the following best represents your education background?
Completed High School Diploma or GED
Completed some college
Completed Associates Degree
Completed Bachelor's Degree
Completed Master's Degree
Completed Doctoral Degree or ABD
- What is your academic major/minor?
(Open Ended Question)
- How many years of experience do you have teaching in higher education and in what field?
(Open Ended Question)
Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents
Resume
Cover Letter
List of References
Optional Documents
