Lecturer Biology

Job ID: 296500

Location: Georgia Southern - Hinesville

Full/Part Time:

Regular/Temporary:

About Us

Georgia Southern University is the state's largest and most

comprehensive center of higher education south of Atlanta. With

nearly 150 degree programs at the bachelor's, master's and doctoral

levels, Georgia Southern has been designated a Carnegie Doctoral/R2

"high research" university and serves more than 29,500 students

from all 50 states, Washington D.C., and Puerto Rico as well as 106

nations.

With three vibrant campuses - the Statesboro Campus, the Armstrong

Campus in Savannah and the Liberty Campus in Hinesville - Georgia

Southern offers a dynamic environment which encourages learning,

discovery and personal growth. The University is accredited by the

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and has earned special

accreditation from professional and academic associations that set

standards in their fields.

Georgia Southern is an influencer and intellectual catalyst in

southeast Georgia, a rapidly expanding region that is home to

international companies such as Hyundai, Gulfstream and JCB, as

well as the Port of Savannah and Georgia Ports Authority. With a

focus on hands-on learning, Georgia Southern is supporting the

demand for highly skilled workers by providing academic excellence

and creative innovation in a supportive student-centered

environment that empowers the next generation of leaders to

succeed.

Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an

exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and

professional growth. Named one of the Best U.S. Colleges by The

Wall Street Journal, Georgia Southern is nationally ranked for the

caliber of its programs and services. Georgia Southern University

has been recognized by Forbes as one of "America's Best-In-State

Employers" for 2025.

Location

With more than 29,500 students and 150 degree programs, Georgia

Southern University is the largest comprehensive university south

of Atlanta. Our hands-on, practical approach to learning, and

faculty dedicated to teaching, ensure you are prepared for your

career and life after graduation.

Liberty Campus

175 West Memorial Drive

Hinesville, GA 31313

Department Information

Within this setting, the Department of Biology is a growing leader

in biological research in Georgia, with over 50 faculty and staff

serving more than 1000 majors. Our Department offers undergraduate

(BS/BA in Biology) and graduate programs (M.S. in Biology, Ph.D. in

Environmental Science, and Ph.D. in Biomedical Sciences), providing

students with a challenging education that is research-based and

technology-oriented. In addition, the Department delivers core

curriculum and foundation courses for students across the

university. This Liberty campus position will support the

Department's mission by providing student-centered classroom and

laboratory instruction and by contributing to high quality,

engaging student learning experiences.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Department Chair, the Lecturer requires teaching

multiple lecture and lab courses each semester, including the

introductory biology courses for majors (Principles of Biology I

and II) as well as a two-course sequence for non-majors

(Environmental, followed by Life). The position also includes

service responsibilities, duties as assigned by the Department

Chair, engagement in student success initiatives and participation

in professional development. The position is a 10-month, renewable,

non-tenure track Lecturer appointment with opportunities for

promotion and the potential to teach summer courses.

Required Qualifications

• Earned MS in Biology or a closely related field with at least 18

graduate semester hours in the Biological Sciences by May 31,

2026.

• Qualifications to teach undergraduate biology lecture courses and

laboratories and ability to cultivate an educational environment

that supports and inspires students.

• Effective communication, strong organizational skills, and the

ability to collaborate well with colleagues across different

roles.

• Willingness to engage with institutional student success

initiatives.

• Commitment to engaging with best practice initiatives in

instruction and pedagogy, mentoring, and curriculum design and

development.

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in Biology, or a closely related field, with at

least 18 graduate semester hours in the Biological Sciences by May

31, 2026

• A minimum of 1 year of college/university teaching
• Experience implementing student-centered pedagogies
• Experience teaching online courses

Proposed Salary

Commensurate with experience.

This is an exempt position paid on a monthly basis.

Required Documents to Attach

A complete application consists of a letter addressing the

qualifications cited above; a curriculum vitae; and the

names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses of at

least three professional references. Other documentation may be

requested.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES

Consistently exhibit engaging customer service

Ability to support various constituencies served by the

University

Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office,

Google, and/or applications as required for specific position

KNOWLEDGE

Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional

goals and support University's mission for student success

SKILLS

Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and

human relations skills

Apply Before Date

Open Until Filled

Screening of applications begins April 20, 2026 and continues until

the position is filled. Preferred start date is August 1,

2026.

Contact Information

Jennifer Brofft Bailey

jbailey@georgiasouthern.edu

912-344-2859

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.

Conditions of Employment

All work (with limited exceptions such as research and study abroad

outside activities such as grading and email correspondence) for

Georgia Southern University must be completed while the employee is

physically present in the state of Georgia, unless specifically

authorized by the university for a specific purpose and limited

period of time within current policy.

Faculty are expected to contribute to the vibrant university

community by engaging students, participating in events, and

performing other responsibilities on-campus.

Faculty may be required to teach, conduct research, or perform

service duties on any of the three campuses. Georgia Southern

provides accessible transportation options between campuses.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of background

investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating

your eligibility for employment with Georgia Southern University,

as determined by Georgia Southern University in its sole

discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history

reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a

satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a

pre-employment drug test.

Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and

state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this

institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents

(BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are

available for your inspection upon request.

Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free

Community.

Equal Employment Opportunity

More information about the institution is available through

http://www.georgiasouthern.edu

or [https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/colleges/science-mathematics/departments/biology].

The names of applicants and nominees, vitae, and other

non-evaluative information may be subject to public inspection

under the Georgia Open Records Act. Georgia Southern University

provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and

applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex,

sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin,

religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or

disability. Individuals in need of reasonable accommodations under

the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in the search

process should notify Human Resources: (912) 478-6947.

Other Information

This is not a supervisory position.

This position will not be required to drive.

This role is not considered a position of trust.

Background Check

Standard + Education

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