Lecturer of Biology

Georgia Southwestern State University   Columbus , GA   Full-time     Education
Posted on August 25, 2023
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GEORGIA SOUTHWESTERN STATE UNIVERSITY 

 

POSITION: Lecturer of Biology

Job ID
262770
 
Location
Americus, Georgia
 

About Us

Georgia Southwestern State University – a four-year institution – cultivates excellence in learning and teaching that encourages intellectual, personal, and social growth for students, faculty, staff, and the community. Georgia Southwestern State University is a comprehensive state university within the University System of Georgia that offers a full range of bachelor degree programs, along with selected master’s and specialist degree programs.

Georgia Southwestern is committed to serving the needs of its developing region with educational programs for high school, for professional and technical graduates; post-graduate professional training; research and business services; and cultural enrichment. Through its national and international affiliations, the University links Southwest Georgia with the global economy and actively fosters a greater understanding of international business and culture.

Job Summary

The Biology Department at GSW is seeking to hire a Lecturer in Biology with microbiology experience. 

This is a full-time, non-tenure-track position with benefits. No sponsorship is available for this position. The position is available beginning in the upcoming academic year.

 

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching undergraduate courses in introductory biology, biology labs, microbiology labs, as well as contributing to departmental service activities. 

 

Required Qualifications

M.S. in microbiology or related field is required.  

Teaching experience at the undergraduate level.  

Laboratory skills necessary for supervision of undergraduate microbiology lab. 

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.  

Ability to work effectively with students and colleagues from diverse backgrounds. 

 

Required Documents to Attach

Cover letter

Curriculum vitae

Teaching philosophy 

Three professional references.

 

Contact Information

For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Department of Human Resources by phone at 229-931-2000 or by email at hr@gsw.edu.

For technical support, please call the Shared Services Center at (877) 251-2644 or oneusgsupport@usg.edu.

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating eligibility for employment with Georgia Southwestern State University, as determined by Georgia Southwestern State University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check and drug screen.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Georgia Southwestern State University is an equal opportunity employer. As such, the University takes affirmative action to preclude discrimination in recruiting, transferring, training and terminating of employees because of race, color, creed, age, sex, national origin, veterans status, disability or any other reason in accordance with applicable state and federal statutes, executive orders and other regulations which prohibit discriminatory employment practices.

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