The Department of Biological Sciences at Clemson University invites applications for a full-time, 9-month Lecturer position to begin August 15, 2027 We seek a candidate with interest in teaching large-enrollment Introductory Biology to a variety of different student demographics including life sciences majors, other science majors, and non-science majors. Complementary interest in laboratory coordination, innovation, and development is highly valued. We are expanding our faculty with dedicated, innovative individuals who will promote engagement in the classroom and the broader community.
Teaching responsibilities during the academic year will focus on delivery of in-person large enrollment Introductory Biology courses. General expectations involve development and delivery of course content, assessment of students, use of the LMS, assisting students during office hours, coordinating labs for majors or non-majors, and working collaboratively with colleagues to improve the Introductory Biology experience for Clemson students. There may be future opportunities to teach in other areas or in online courses for the online M.S. in Biological Sciences program. There are also opportunities to teach on campus, online, or study abroad during the summer. Successful candidates will have a desire to join fully in the varied activities of our large department and to take on service responsibilities as they progress through the ranks.
The Department supports faculty development within the teaching track. Promotion through the three levels of lecturer ranks – Lecturer, Senior Lecturer, Principal Lecturer – is expected for these renewable, non-tenure track positions. Salary level will be commensurate with education and experience, and a benefits package is included.
About Us:
The Department of Biological Sciences at Clemson University includes faculty with expertise across the areas of ecology, evolution, and organismal biology; microbiology; molecular, cellular, and developmental biology; and toxicology, advancing the University’s discovery mission and providing strong educational programs at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.
The Department, located within the College of Science, is home to 57 full-time faculty, including 18 lecturers, supporting research and degree programs in Biological Sciences, Microbiology, and Toxicology. The Department’s student population includes over 2000 undergraduate students in the B.A. and B.S. degree programs in Biological Sciences and the B.S. degree program in Microbiology. The Department also has 220 graduate students in on-campus M.S. and Ph.D. programs in Biological Sciences, Microbiology, Toxicology and 200 students in the online M.S. program in Biological Sciences for Science Educators.
For more information about the department and its programs, please visit the website https://www.clemson.edu/science/academics/departments/biosci/
For more information about Clemson, please visit the website http://www.clemson.edu/
Successful candidates should hold a Ph.D. in biological sciences or a related discipline at the time of appointment or hold a M.S. in biological sciences or a related discipline with significant teaching experience in large-enrollment introductory courses and/or labs. Ideal candidates will have demonstrated successful experience teaching university-level biology lecture and laboratory courses.
For full consideration, applications should be submitted by January 4, 2027 Review will continue until the position is filled.
Applicants should submit the following items via Interfolio at:
https://apply.interfolio.com/191481
(1) cover letter detailing why the applicant would like to join the Department of Biological Sciences at Clemson University
(2) curriculum vitae
(3) statement of teaching philosophy, experience, and interests with attention to describing teaching strategies currently used or planned to use to create an active and engaged large classroom
(4) course evaluations, peer evaluations, or other evidence of past teaching performance
(5) names and contact information for three professional references
Inquiries should be directed to Professor Christine Minor, chair of the search committee (mminor@clemson.edu).
Clemson University is an EEO/AA employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law including disability and protected veteran status.
