Instructor (Non-Renewable) - Wildlife Biology

Job Title

Instructor (Non-Renewable) - Wildlife Biology

Agency

East Texas A&M University

Department

Biological & Environmental Science

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Commerce, Texas

Job Type

Faculty

Job Description

INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT:

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• You will be able to upload up to 5 documents. Be aware that the maximum size allowed for any one document is 5MB.
• All documents must be electronically submitted through the Texas A&M Online Employment Services website to be considered.
• Incomplete or improperly submitted applications may be excluded from consideration.
• Please do not withdraw your application in an attempt to upload a missing document, instead please email HR for help.

Please provide the following documents:

• Cover Letter
• Resume/CV
• Three professional references with complete contact information (Unsolicited letters of recommendation will not be considered).
• Transcripts (Unofficial will be accepted with application. Official transcripts are required upon acceptance of verbal offer).

If transcripts are from an international institution, it is the responsibility of the prospective faculty member to have the transcripts translated and evaluated by an approved credential evaluator.

If you need assistance, please contact us at HR.Hiring@etamu.edu

A Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025, imposes a $100,000 fee on new H-1B petitions filed after September 21, 2025. Please be advised that Texas A&M University will NOT pay this fee. Therefore, if you need immigration sponsorship for your employment, we recommend that you consult with your private immigration counsel at your own expense to ascertain whether your current immigration status would make a potential offer of employment from Texas A&M University subject to this fee.

In addition, on January 27, 2026, Texas Governor Abbot issued a moratorium on the filing of any new H-1B unless approved by the Texas Workforce Commission. Accordingly, if you will now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status this moratorium may affect our ability to employ you should you be selected as the final candidate.

SUMMARY:

The Department of Biological and Environmental Sciences is currently accepting applications for a full-time, non-renewable nine-month Instructor position. The role involves teaching wildlife biology, conservation science, and ecology courses at the Commerce, TX campus starting in Fall 2026. Candidates should be able to demonstrate a strong commitment to teamwork and provide service to the department, the university, and the local community as part of their role.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Teach 15 hours (or equivalent) of undergraduate or graduate courses in wildlife biology, habitat ecology, and GIS, for undergraduate and graduate levels, in face-to-face and online format.
• Maintain quality programming in terms of expectations for activity, quality instruction, and record keeping.
• Coordinate and facilitate associated labs with Wildlife and Conservation Science and Biology Faculty.
• Engage in service within the department of biological and environmental science department and serve on departmental, college, university, and professional committees.
• Perform other duties as needed, related to the overall mission of the department, the college, and the university
• Foster a work environment of respect, understanding, and collaboration

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Education: Doctoral or master's degree in biology, wildlife biology, ecology or a closely related discipline.
• Experience / Knowledge / Skills: Fluent oral and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with a team of professionals. Commitment to high quality teaching. Dedication to high standards and student success. Experience in working with wildlife in real world settings and research settings.
• Ability to: Multi-task and work well as part of a team.
• Licensing/Professional Certifications: N/A
• Physical Requirements: N/A

PREFERRED EDUCATION / SKILLS/ EXPERIENCE:

• Higher education teaching experience
• Experience working with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and perspectives

SUPERVISION OF OTHERS:

Overseeing the teaching of laboratories related to the teaching of assigned courses which includes supervision of Graduate Assistants and Learning Assistants

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.