Lecturer of Biology

Job Title: Lecturer of Biology Location: Albany State Rec. Location Regular/Temporary: Regular Full/Part Time: Full-Time Job ID: 293130 About Us Albany State University is a fully accredited senior unit of the University System of Georgia. Employees receive benefits provided by the University System of Georgia, including, but not limited to, medical and major medical insurance, group life insurance, participation in the Georgia Teachers' Retirement System, Optional Retirement Plan (Faculty and exempt employees only), Social Security and Tuition Assistance Program after six months of employment.Location Our West Campus is located at 2400 Gillionville Road, Albany, GA 31707. Our East Campus is located at 504 College Drive, Albany, GA 31705. The Human Resources office for both campuses is located on the West Campus in Building K, Suite 111.Job Summary The Lecturer's primary focus is teaching undergraduate biological science classes including, but not limited to general biology (majors and non-majors), anatomy & physiology 1 & 2, microbiology, or other courses as directed by the department chair with a standard teaching load of fifteen (15) credit hours per semester.Sponsorship is not available for this position.Responsibilities Responsibilities include teaching both introductory and advanced level courses, preparing and delivering lectures in face-to-face and online environments, leading and moderating classroom discussions and administering and grading examinations.The successful candidate must demonstrate excellence in teaching and have a commitment to integrating new technologies in the learning process.Additional essential duties will include advising and mentoring students and participating in campus events. Faculty are required to post daily office hours available for student advisement. Faculty are assigned committee leadership tasks within the Department and College. Perform other duties as assigned.Required Qualifications Master's degree in Biology or a Master's degree in a related STEM area with 18 credit hours in the area of Biology.6 months to a year of applicable teaching experience at the collegiate levelPreferred Qualifications Doctorate degree in Biology or related areas preferred.Expertise in areas of Human Anatomy/Physiology or Principles of BiologyProposed Salary Salary is commensurate with education and experience. Required Documents to Attach Cover letter.Resume.Unofficial Transcripts.Teaching Philosophy.A list of at least 3 Professional References. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities KnowledgeKnowledge and experience of teaching, mentoring and assessing biology students at undergraduate levels.Skills Skill at advising and mentoring students.AbilitiesAbility to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.Ability to design/develop and deliver course content in in-person, virtual, and hybrid modalities.Ability to inspire, motivate, and empower students to success.Contact Information For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Office of Human Recourses at (229) 500-2026, or by email at hrasu@asurams.edu. For technical support, please call OneUSG Connect Support at (877) 251.2644, or by email at sscsupport@ssc.usg.edu.USG Core Values The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.Institutional Values ExcellenceWe achieve outcomes of the highest quality, hold ourselves accountable to the highest standard and are committed to continuous improvement in University programs and services.RespectWe are directed by tenets of ethics, treating other with courteous regard, and being civil in our interactions.CommunityWe strive to build community and value a good mindset.TeamworkWe seek partnerships within the University and community. We practice a supportive spirit that results in the implementation of plans, actions and shared results.LearningWe cultivate a practice of global pedagogies in a learning environment.Conditions of Employment All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Albany State University.Certain positions may also require the selected candidate to submit to or have:* a credit check completed for "Positions of Trust" and/or approved departmental purchase card usage* a motor vehicle report for positions that require driving an Albany State University vehicle* a successful pre-employment drug testEqual Employment Opportunity Albany State University is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity and affirmative action institution. It is the policy our institution to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnical origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, AREA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50). Albany State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Institution. For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy please contact the Albany State University Office of Human Resources at (229) 500-2026. Individuals requiring disability related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact the Disability Resource Center at 229-500-3442.