Visiting Assistant Professor, Botany

Posting Number 2022116 Classification Title Position Title Visiting Assistant Professor, Botany FTE 1.00 FLSA Salary Commensurate Job Summary/Basic Function

About the Role:

The Department of Biology seeks candidates to teach junior level Botany. Teaching responsibilities will also include instruction in lower courses as needed. This position will provide a one-year, terminal contract that begins in Fall 2024.

What You'll Do

• Position Duties

• Implement effective teaching strategies.

Key Competencies:

• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.

• Ability to implement effective and innovative teaching strategies.

Physical Requirements:

• Able to lift 25 lbs and be able to perform a variety of physical tasks including lifting, bending, stooping, squatting, stair climbing and walking between buildings.

Who We Are:

Lamar University is an accessible global university for life-long learners with a passion for broad-based community engagement. As a vital contributor to the socioeconomic wellbeing and resilience of the Gulf Coast region, our expertise is recognized locally and beyond. Lamar University is home to more than 17,000 students and is among the fastest growing Texas colleges and universities. LU is a member of The Texas State University System, which is the first higher education system of Texas and maintains the lowest average tuition and fees of any university system in Texas. With more than 100 degree options and a community that cares, Lamar students are always proud to be Cardinals.

Lamar University is committed to fostering a culture where students, faculty and staff of all backgrounds can learn, work, and serve.

Benefits:

• Health, dental & vision insurance

• Life insurance

• State of Texas Retirement plans

• Tuition covered at 100% for employees, spouses and/or eligible dependent.

• Paid time off - vacation, sick, and holidays.

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• Lamar University

Minimum Qualifications (Education & Experience)

• Applicants should have an earned PhD in Botany or related discipline involving research and course work in botany.

Preferred Qualifications (Education & Experience) Certification Required Key Competencies Physical Requirements Work Hours Job Conditions EEO Statement

Lamar University is An Equal Opportunity Employer

Veteran's Preference

Lamar University is proud to provide employment preference to veteran applicants in accordance with Texas 805 Government Code, Section 657.003.

Security Sensitive Statement

This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.

Lamar Expectation of Quality

Employee will support the mission of Lamar by providing high quality, professional services, timely responses and solutions to customer requests.

Essential Functions

Posting Detail Information

Open Date 05/29/2024 Close Date 08/29/2024 Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants should send three(3) letters of recommendation that substantively address teaching, research, or service to officeofthedeanCOAS@lamar.edu.

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