Lecturer in Biology

Please see Special Instructions for more details. This applicant pool will remain online and be used to hire interested part-time faculty as needed for the 2026-2027 Academic Year. Position Information Position Title Position Title Lecturer in Biology Academic Year Academic Year 2026-2027 UIW Mission University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good. Position Summary The School of Mathematics, Science, and Engineering is seeking part-time faculty candidates for Lecturer in Biology. The Lecturer in Biology presents lectures and/or labs in undergraduate core biology, including anatomy and physiology courses and a variety of labs. In all matters, faculty are expected to maintain the highest standards of professional ethics consistent with the UIW Mission. Official duties and responsibilities of part-time faculty members at the university include teaching and professional activities as assigned. This applicant pool will remain online and be used to hire interested part-time faculty as needed for the 2026-2027 Academic Year. Full-Time Faculty Annual Assignment Period Full-Time Faculty Annual Assignment Period NA-part-time faculty This position is not benefits eligible. Essential Functions Basic Instructional Duties: 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 as well as answer their questions (1 hour per 3-hour class, physically and/or electronically). Adhere to UIW Faculty Handbook policies and processes including timely record keeping of student activities, fair and equitable evaluation of student performance, and timely feedback to students regarding their performance in the course. Conduct respectful relationships with faculty, staff, and students both in and outside the classroom. Maintain contact with the department chair and participate in meetings upon request. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications 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 the following areas: introductory biology for majors & non-majors, 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 Posting Number UN1009PO Number of Vacancies Number of Vacancies 8 Job Type Job Type Part Time Job Category Job Category Faculty Desired Start Date Multi-Hire Pool No Reports to Reports to Dean, School of Mathematics, Science, and Engineering Salary $2,900 - $3,500 per 3 hr course, commensurate with experience Open Date Open Date 04/13/2026 Close Date Close Date 04/30/2027 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicant This applicant pool will remain online and be used to hire interested part-time faculty as needed for the 2026-2027 Academic Year. EOE 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). Title IX 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. Required Documents Resume/CV (Faculty) Cover Letter/Letter of Application Unofficial Transcripts 1 Professional Reference Contacts Optional Documents Unofficial Transcripts 2 Unofficial Transcripts 3 Other Document Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * How did you hear about this employment opportunity? UIW Website HigherEdJobs.com Indeed LinkedIn WorkplaceDiversity.com HispanicDiversity.com BlackJobCenter.com WomensJobCenter.com VeteransConnect.com 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

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