Lecturer 1 @ Prairie View A&M University

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Job Title

Lecturer I (Biology)

Agency

Prairie View A&M University

Department

Department Of Biology

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Prairie View, Texas

Job Type

Faculty

Job Description

The Department of Biological Sciences at Prairie View A&M University invites applications for a Lecturer II position, starting in Spring 2026. We are seeking a full-time, non-tenure track (NTT) faculty member committed to excellence in undergraduate science education.

Responsibilities:

Plan, organize, and deliver General Biology and Anatomy and Physiology instruction in didactic, laboratory, and/or classroom settings to promote student success. Provide students with a frequent, timely assessment of and clear feedback regarding academic performance.
Appropriately document student progress and maintain accurate records such as attendance, grading, and achievement of student learning outcomes. Honor student confidentiality and privacy as per appropriate laws, regulations and college rules.
Proctor exams, participate in departmental meetings.
Maintain appropriate office hours proportionate to the instructional assignment.
Provide service excellence through courteous, informed, accessible, and professional engagement.
Fulfill assessment requirements according to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) accreditation standards.
Maintain professional relationships with students, colleagues, and the community.
Attend meetings, trainings, and orientations as required.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Education & Experience:

Doctorate (PhD, PharmD, MD, OD or DVM) in relevant areas of Biology.
One year of experience in teaching biology at the undergraduate college level.
One year of experience in preparation and implementation of teaching laboratories.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

Three years of experience in teaching biology at the undergraduate college level.
Three years of experience in preparation and implementation of teaching laboratories.
Three years of expertise in instructional technology and experience in course learning management systems (i.e. Canvas).
Experience with assessment of student learning outcomes.

Job Posting Close Date:

10/15/2025

Required Attachments:

Please attach all required documents listed below in the attachment box labeled as either “Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter” on the application. Multiple attachments may be included in the “Resume/CV” or Resume/Cover Letter” attachment box.  Any additional attachments provided outside of the required documents listed below are considered optional.

Resume or Curriculum Vitae

Cover Letter

Application Submission Guidelines:

All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as Indeed, HigherEdJobs, etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via the PVAMU Career site.

The required documents listed in the above "Required Attachments" section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above at 936-261-1730 or [email protected] should you need assistance with the online application process.

Background Check Requirements:

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.