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Adjunct Instructor, Biology

Employer
Lamar State College-Port Arthur
Location
Port Arthur, TX

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Faculty Jobs
Science & Technology, Chemistry & Biochemistry, Life Sciences
Position Type
Adjunct
Employment Type
Full Time
Institution Type
Four-Year Institution

Job Details

Posting Details

Position Information

Security Sensitive Statement

Positions are security sensitive and subject to Texas education Code 51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.

Posting Information

Position TitleAdjunct Instructor, BiologyIs this an Adjunct PositionYesPosition Number800059-BioPosting Number201500076FACStart Date09/10/2018Close DateOpen Until FilledYesSpecial Instructions To Applicants

Please Note: A criminal background check will be conducted on candidate finalist prior to the offer of employment. The application must be completed in full detail (including work history) for your qualifications to be considered. An incomplete application will not be considered. Your application is not complete until you receive an online confirmation number at the end of the application process.
Review of qualified applicants to begin immediately.
The following documents are requested: resume, unofficial copies of official transcripts and licenses (if applicable), and name, phone number, and e-mail addresses of three (3) references. Applicants selected for interviews may be asked to provide letters of reference. Official transcripts will be required upon hire.

In compliance with House Bill 558 passed during the 76th Legislative session, Lamar State College – Port Arthur requires that all male U.S. citizens from 18 to 26 years of age provide proof of registration with the Selective System or exemption from such registration, prior to employment.

If you have questions, please contact the Human Resources Office at (409) 984-6237.
Lamar State College-Port Arthur is an E-Verify Employer.
EEO/AA

Job Summary

Adjunct teaching position to teach Biology courses. The courses are taught in the day, evening, and/or online. Locations for classes include the Port Arthur campus, dual-enrollment, Early College High School, and correctional facilities.

Minimum Qualifications

A Masters degree in Biology is required or a Masters degree with 18 hours of graduate work in biology.
Ability to work with students, faculty, and staff members in a professional manner.
Ability to plan, schedule, and manage projects and assignments.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, speak, listen, and see. The employee is occasionally required to sit, lift, pull, and carry objects.

Preferred Qualifications

Teaching experience at a two-year college or university.

SalaryDepends upon course load.Work HoursTime to teach varies: Day, Evening or Online.Quick Link for Internal Postingshttp://lamarpa.peopleadmin.com/postings/1410 Essential Job Functions

Essential Job Functions

Provide quality and innovative instruction while working independently in the classroom.

Essential Job Functions

Essential Job Functions

Maintain current knowledge and expertise in the subject area of teaching responsibility.

Essential Job Functions

Essential Job Functions

Commitment to the development, implementation, and evaluation of curriculum-based ACGM outcomes, and Core Curriculum outcomes.

Essential Job Functions

Essential Job Functions

Attend faculty meetings and professional development as required.

Reference Letter

References

Minimum Requests3Maximum Requests3Last Day a Reference Provider Can Submit Reference05/31/2019Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. Do you have a Master's Degree and 18 graduate hours in the subject area from a regionally accredited institution of higher education?
    • Yes
    • No
  2. Are you willing to teach in a state or federal prison location?
    • Yes
    • No
Documents Needed to ApplyRequired Documents
  1. Cover Letter
  2. Curriculum Vitae
  3. Transcripts
  4. Letter of Recommendation 1
Optional Documents
  1. Letter of Recommendation 2
  2. Letter of Recommendation 3
  3. Resume
  4. Selective Service
  5. Transcripts 2
  6. Transcripts 3

Organization

Working at Lamar State College-Port Arthur

Lamar State College - Port Arthur, a member of The Texas State University System, is an open-access, comprehensive public two-year college offering quality and affordable instruction leading to associate degrees and a variety of certificates. The College embraces the premise that education is an ongoing process that enhances career potential, broadens intellectual horizons, and enriches life.

Located in Port Arthur, an industrial and cultural center of Southeast Texas, the college offers freshman- and sophomore-level work in numerous academic and technical/vocational fields. The campus sits between the 1,000 and 1,800 blocks of Procter Street and Lakeshore Drive.

The city has modern public schools, churches, shopping districts and recreation areas serving a community of approximately 70,000 persons. Principal area industries are oil refining, chemical production, shipping and shipbuilding. The metropolitan area, known as the Golden Triangle, includes the cities of Beaumont, Orange, Vidor, Port Neches, Nederland, Groves and Bridge City. All lie within 25 miles of Port Arthur and form the heart of the upper Texas Gulf Coast where approximately 350,000 live.

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