What are the responsibilities and job description for the Biology Instructor position at Southwest Texas Junior College?
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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
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Title: Biology Instructor Job ID: 242518701003
Campus: Eagle Pass Closing Date: Until Filled
Job Summary: Primary duties include teaching freshman and sophomore level courses in Biology (Science
Major, Non-Science Major, Anatomy and Physiology, e.g.), and other related courses; recruiting and advising
students, serving on division and college committees. Responsible for developing and updating
curriculum/syllabi, textbook/equipment selection, and instructional materials. Experience in
teaching/advising/mentoring low income, first generation, educationally disadvantaged and at-risk
students. Work rules, code of conduct and other policies are essential functions of the job. Ability to
communicate effectively with students and college personnel. Teach day and/or evening classes. Travel to
teach at other SWTX sites may be required.
Classification: Full-time, Exempt
Department: Arts and Sciences
Salary: Commensurate with education and teaching experience based on salary schedule. Nine-month,
non-tenure track, faculty position.
Other Benefits: Benefits package available (Health/Life insurance, retirement plan, sick/personal leave,
holidays, waived tuition for eligible employees and dependents).
QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Master’s degree required, with a major in Biology preferred. Master’s degree in another discipline
with a minimum of eighteen (18) graduate semester hours in Biology acceptable.
Experience & Training: At least two years’ college teaching experience in the discipline preferred.
Additional Qualification Requirements: Must be self-directed, well organized, task-oriented, and flexible,
with the ability to work independently and in a group environment. Demonstrate experience having worked
effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds. Must have excellent interpersonal, organizational, and
problem-solving skills and the ability to communicate effectively orally, in writing, and in public presentation
settings. Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and
demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodation, the essential functions of the job. Candidate must
be authorized to work in the U.S. and must provide verifiable credentials; successful completion of
background checks specified for the position. Must have a valid Driver's License and be insurable through
SWTX insurers. Travel required to other locations served by the college.
Office Address Phone Number | (830) 591-7330 swtxc.edu
2401 Garner Field Road, Uvalde, TX 78801 Fax | (830) 591-7340 human.resources@swtxc.edu
