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Instructor of Biology
Job description
About Us
Louisiana State University of Alexandria is a publicly supported institution that provides undergraduate level college education to the citizens of Central Louisiana. The university is a unit of the LSU System and operates under the auspices of the Louisiana Board of Regents. LSUA is located in Rapides Parish. All Job Postings will close at 12:01a.m. CST (1:01a.m. EST) on the specified Closing Date (if designated). If you close the browser or exit your application prior to submitting, the application progress will be saved as a draft. You will be able to access and complete the application through “My Draft Applications” located on your Candidate Home page. Job Posting Title: Instructor of Biology Position Type: Faculty Department: LSUA ASA - Biological Sciences (Nathan J Sammons (00007928))
Work Location
LSU - Alexandria Pay Grade: Academic Job Description: PURPOSE: Louisiana State University of Alexandria (LSUA) invites applications for a full-time Instructor of Biology position. This is a nine-month, non-remote position. The selected candidate will primarily teach Human Anatomy and Physiology courses, general education biology courses for non-science majors, and other courses as departmental needs arise. The instructor will support student success through effective teaching, course development, advising, and service to the department and university. RESPONSIBILITIES: Teach undergraduate courses in Human Anatomy and Physiology and general biology in face-to-face and online formats. Teach general education biology courses for non-majors. Develop and deliver lectures, laboratory activities, assignments, and assessments. Develop online biology courses in collaboration with LSU Online as needed. Develop syllabi and instructional materials aligned with course objectives. Evaluate student performance through assignments, examinations, and other assessment methods. Provide support to students through office hours, tutoring, advising, and communication. Collaborate with colleagues to enhance curriculum and instructional quality. Participate in departmental meetings, committees, and service activities. Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor. QUALIFICATIONS:
Education
Graduate degree with at least 18 graduate credit hours in Human Anatomy and Physiology or a related biological science field.
Experience
Teaching experience, preferably at the undergraduate level in biology. Teaching Ability: Demonstrated ability to effectively teach and engage students from diverse backgrounds. Technology Skills:
Experience
using learning management systems and instructional technologies. Commitment to Excellence: Commitment to teaching excellence and student success. Communication Skills: Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills. Additional Job Description: Competencies: None Special Instructions: Application Instructions: Application Instructions: Please submit application, uploading the following as a single PDF: (1) cover letter, (2) CV that includes contact information for three references, (3) teaching philosophy, (4) short statement on research interests and how you would incorporate undergraduate students, (5) unofficial transcripts. Official transcripts, three letters of recommendation, and background check are required before a candidate can be hired. Official transcripts, three letters of recommendation, and background check are required before a candidate can be hired. Skills Needed: Preferred Skills: Posting Date: July 17, 2026 Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified): Additional Position Information: Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
Benefits
- LSUA offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more! Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement. Essential Position (Y/N): LSUA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. HCM Contact Information: Questions or concerns can be directed to the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 318-473-6401 or emailed hr@lsua.edu LSU includes institutions, facilities and programs in each of Louisiana’s 64 parishes, and its campuses stretch the length of the state from New Orleans to Shreveport. Each institution plays a vital role in preparing students to incorporate new knowledge and technologies into their daily lives. LSU researchers across Louisiana are working on developing a wide-range of innovations to improve quality of life by studying issues such as disease management, advance medical treatments, obesity, coastal protection, hurricane preparedness, energy, natural resource management and agriculture, among others. Louisiana’s Flagship University is a land-, sea- and space-grant institution with academic programs in all areas of science, engineering, humanities, arts and social sciences. The University comprises of nine institutions: Louisiana State University and Agricultural and Mechanical College (“LSU”), the premier flagship university for the state, which include the Paul M. Hebert Law Center and the School of Veterinary Medicine Louisiana State University at Alexandria Louisiana State University at Eunice Louisiana State University at Shreveport LSU Health Sciences Center – New Orleans LSU Health Science Center – Shreveport The Health Care Services Division Louisiana State University Agricultural Center Pennington Biomedical Research Center Any other college, university, school, institution, or program now or hereafter under the supervision and management of the Board of Supervisors of Louisiana State University and Agricultural and Mechanical College In implementing its mission, LSU is committed to: Offering a broad array of undergraduate degree programs and extensive graduate research opportunities designed to attract and educate highly qualified undergraduate and graduate students; Employing faculty who are excellent teacher-scholars, nationally competitive in research and creative activities, and who contribute to a world-class knowledge base that is transferable to educational, professional, cultural, and economic enterprises; and Using its extensive resources to solve economic, environmental, and social challenges.
Skills and functions
- Human Resources