Lecturer-Biology

The Department of Biology at Trinity University in San Antonio, TX invites applications for a laboratory coordinator (3‑year term, renewable) at the rank of Lecturer. The successful candidate will manage the overall organization and implementation of a multi‑section, two‑semester undergraduate introductory laboratory course sequence, spanning broad biological content including molecular, cellular, organismal, ecological, and evolutionary principles. The laboratory coordinator will teach three lab sections per semester, advise students, and contribute to departmental service. The starting date is 10 August 2026.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Teaching sections of the core two‑semester introductory biology laboratory courses. Coordinating the preparation of laboratory materials. Academic advising of Biology majors and others as assigned. Scheduling office hours for students. Contributing to department service activities. Recruiting and supervising teaching assistants for introductory lab sections.

APPOINTMENT DETAILS

This 9‑month appointment (with 9‑ or 12‑month disbursement) is for an initial three‑year term, with informal first‑year and formal second‑year review according to the Faculty and Staff Handbook.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

Required: Minimum a Master’s in biology or a closely related field. Preferred: Ph.D. in biology or a closely related field.

EXPERIENCE

Required: Previous teaching experience and demonstrated experience in field and/or laboratory research. Preferred: Experience in the organization and coordination of a multi‑section laboratory course, involving supervision of student teaching assistants.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is completed in teaching laboratory and office environments. Must be able to move about freely. Physical demands are light; all lifting is less than 50 pounds.

ATTENDANCE

Maintaining minimum on‑site attendance for classroom and office hours is an essential function of this position. #J-18808-Ljbffr Trinity University