Limited Term Lecturer in Biology

Limited Term Lecturer in Biology

Job ID: 301441
Location: Columbus State University

Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular




About Us

Great universities inspire the very best in us. They nurture new ideas, fresh perspectives, and creative
problem-solving. They challenge students to discover their passions - and to turn those passions into thriving careers that improve our
world.

Columbus State University is exactly that kind of place. With exceptional facilities, ideal class sizes, and unique field
experiences, our students have room to create. Here, every faculty and staff member is part of the educational process, actively mentoring
students and championing each new step in their journey.

Located just 100 miles southwest of Atlanta, CSU is part of the University
System of Georgia and offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees.
Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional
Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays (if applicable). Also, our full-time employees who have
been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us
today!

Department Information

Biology

Job Summary

Limited-term lecturer will teach 15 contact hours each semester (fall and spring)
with no expectation for research or service, although those opportunities are available if interested. Primary teaching responsibilities
include teaching a variety of introductory courses for majors (BIOL 1107K, BIOL 1108K) and non-majors (BIOL 1215K). Opportunities to teach
upper division courses in their area of expertise would also be available. depending on need.

Responsibilities

Significant Duties & Responsbilities
include: Teach lecture and lab courses as assigned.; Maintain office hours and be reasonably available to students.; Participate in
department meetings.; Work with other faculty and staff collegially to promote student success.; Order and receive materials for courses
being taught in collaboration with lab manager.; Maintain equipment and supplies for courses being taught in collaboration with lab
manager.; Oversee graduate assistants assigned to as lab support in courses being taught.; Other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Required Qualifications include: M.S.
degree in the life sciences (Biology, Evolution, Ecology) is required. Years of experience teaching will be considered in the absence of a
Ph.D. degree.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications include: Ph.
D. degree in the life sciences (Biology, Evolution, Ecology) is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, &
Abilities

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities include: Experience teaching lectures and labs in an undergraduate
setting is expected.; Experience working as a team member where all are focused on the same goal and mission.

Contact Information

If you have any questions, please
contact Dr. Clifton Ruehl, Hiring Manager, via email at ruehl_clifton@columbusstate.edu<
/a>.

USG Core Values

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.

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 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.

Institutional Values

• Excellence: Actively engaging outstanding methods in teaching, academic discovery, creative
  pursuits, student success, cultural enrichment and the overall campus community.
• Creativity: Pursuing distinction through inquiry
  and innovation, challenging convention and focusing on solutions.
• Engagement: Dynamic civic involvement and participation of
  students, faculty, staff and alumni in the university experience.
• Sustainability: Advancing fiscal responsibility, well-being,
  innovation, lifelong learning and environmental stewardship.
• Inclusion: Cultivating and championing a campus environment that
  welcomes diverse backgrounds, ideas, perspectives and practices.
• Servant Leadership: Leading through ethical empowerment and
  service.

Conditions of
Employment

All selected candidates are required to submit and successfully pass a background
investigation to include reference checks and verification of academic credentials (if applicable). Other additional requirements may be
required based upon specific position duties:

• A credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental
  Purchase Card usage;
• Pre-employment drug testing for positions with high-risk responsibilities.
• Motor vehicle
  reports are required for positions that are required to drive a Columbus State University fleet vehicle or other vehicle designated as a
  fleet vehicle. A successful drug screening will be required as a condition of employment a randomly thereafter.

*Applicants for positions of trust may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening
process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. *

For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be
required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those
candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.

All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive information by exercising sound
judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond. Additionally, all members of the USG
community must adhere to the USG Statement of Core Values
must also be aware of and comply with the Board of Regents policies on Freedom of
Expression and Academic Freedom.

Equal Employment
Opportunity

Columbus State University is proud to be an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational
opportunity institution. It is the policy of 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.

Other Information

This is a supervisory position.
This position has financial responsibilities.
This position will
not be required to drive.
This role is considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card
(P-Card).
This position will not travel
This position does not require security clearance.

Background Check

• Position of Trust +
  Education

Special Applicant
Instructions

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applicant system provides you with the ability to review job opportunities and apply to those that you are interested in and feel qualified
for. Each job posting has a summary description of the position and required qualifications. All job applications must be submitted through
the online portal system.

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