Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Teaching Instructor faculty typically teach 15 contact hours per semester (undergraduate) or 30 contact hours per academic year
- Faculty are expected to contribute to the program, department, University, and profession through appropriate service obligations, including the advising of students and committee service.
- Teach undergraduate biology courses as assigned (including, but not restricted to, general biology, general chemistry, evolution, ecology).
- Prepare course materials such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
- Evaluate and grade students’ class/lab work, assignments, and papers.
- Collect and analyze data for program and university assessment.
- Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required records.
- Compile, administer, and grade examinations.
- Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions.
- Advise students on academic and vocational curricula and on career issues.
- Develop and use multimedia course materials and other current technology, such as online courses.
- Collaborate with colleagues to address teaching issues.
- Assist department chair with continual program development.
- Participate in unit meetings and other university-wide activities/committees.
- Other duties as outlined in the Faculty Handbook.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Strong interpersonal, organizational, oral and written communication skills.
- Previous successful work experience with culturally diverse populations a plus.
- Cope effectively with adversity and demonstrate leadership skills that promote collegiality and cooperation.
- Ability to use technology in instruction and student advising. Experience in curriculum and institutional assessment a plus.
Minimum Qualifications
Earned M.S. in environmental science, natural resources, biology, ecology, agriculture or related discipline is required.
Demonstrated commitment to teaching excellence in the undergraduate classroom.
Preferred Qualifications
Applicants with teaching experience preferred. Must be able to teach general biology, general chemistry courses.
Posting Date 03/25/2026 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants
Work is generally performed in an office, classroom, or lab environment. Frequent reaching, sitting, walking, and standing may be required. No special coordination beyond that used for normal mobility and handling of everyday objects and materials is needed to perform the job.
All offer of employment at Central State University are contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check. This may include, but is not limited to, verification of education and employment history, criminal history check, driving record (if applicable), drug screening, and tax compliance review.
Certain positions may require additional screenings based on job responsibilities, regulatory requirements, or funding sources.
Failure to successfully complete the required background check or provide accurate and complete information may result in withdrawal of an offer or termination of employment.
Position Category Faculty - Term Appointment Budgeted Annual Salary Commensurate with experience
