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Get Access To All JobsJob Title Dual Credit Lecturer or Adjunct Instructor of Biology
Location Del Rio, Uvalde or Eagle Pass
Department Natural Sciences
Job No. AJF983
Posting Date 08/17/2026
End Date 08/31/2027
Until Filled No
Appointment Date 09/01/2026
Salary $2,550-$3,200/class as determined by qualifications and enrollments
Required
* Master’s degree in Biology or a related field from an accredited institution.
* Classroom teaching experience.
Preferred
* Ph. D. in Biology from an accredited institution and prior university teaching experience.
* Blackboard experience.
Primary Responsibilities:
* The Natural & Behavioral Sciences Department periodically seeks qualified, part-time instructors to teach freshman and sophomore-level biology courses.
* Teach face to face and/or online courses at a variety of days and times.
* Create engaging lessons that promote student involvement and application of the material. Use a course syllabus for each course, following established SRSU guidelines.
* Evaluate students to measure their progress in achieving course objectives and provide prompt feedback on progress.
* Maintain professional relationships with students, colleagues, and community.
Security Sensitive:
This position is classified as Security-Sensitive and is thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code §51.215 and Texas Government Code §411.094, which authorize employers to obtain and review criminal history record information for applicants.
Responsible for personal safety and the safety of others; must exercise due caution and practice safe work habits at all times.
Other Information
An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
It is the policy of Sul Ross State University to provide equal employment opportunity for all persons in accordance with their individual, job related qualifications and without consideration of race, creed, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status and ancestry. Equal employment opportunities shall be afforded in all personnel actions or decisions including, but not necessarily limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, upgrading, promotion, demotion, termination and salary. Retaliation is prohibited against a person who opposes a discriminatory practice, files a charge, testifies, assists or participates in an investigative proceeding or hearing.
Notice of Availability of the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report
The Annual Security & Fire Safety Report is available online at https://srinfo.sulross.edu/udps/. The report contains information regarding campus safety and security including topics such as: campus law enforcement authority; crime reporting policies; campus alerts (Timely Warnings and Emergency Notifications); fire safety policies and procedures; programs to prevent dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking; the procedures the University will follow when one of these crimes is reported; and other matters of importance related to security on campus. The report also contains information about crime statistics for the three most recent calendar years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in On-Campus Student Housing Facilities; in Non-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by the University or a recognized student organization; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus. The report also contains fire statistics for any fires occurring in an On-Campus Student Housing Facility during the three most recent calendar years.
A paper copy of the report will be provided upon request. If you would like to receive a paper copy, you can contact the Office of Student Life, located on the Alpine Campus in the Morgan University Center, Room 211 or you can request that a copy be mailed to you by calling 432-837-8424 or emailing stulife@sulross.edu.
About SRSU
Our campuses span a fascinating part of Texas—Alpine, in the heart of the beautiful Big Bend area, and Del Rio, Eagle Pass and Uvalde along the vibrant, bicultural Texas/Mexico border.
What you’ve heard is true – there is something very special about the areas we serve in our great State, and Sul Ross State University is vital to the continued growth and progress of our students and the communities we serve.
Sul Ross State provides students with the education they need to translate their passions into a fulfilling career. This life-changing experience has a multi-generational impact, transforming the lives of our students, their families and positively impacting the communities in which they reside. We value learning and strive to provide high quality education in a welcoming, supportive environment. We take pride in the fact that we serve a diverse population including many first-generation college students as well as non-traditional students, international students, student-athletes and graduate students.
From teaching, coaching and law enforcement, to science, ranch management and the Fine Arts, SRSU offers more than 60 undergraduate and graduate degree programs. Known as the Frontier University of Texas, Sul Ross encourages each student to explore their own frontiers and to exceed their educational, personal and professional goals.
Job Title Dual Credit Lecturer or Adjunct Instructor of Biology
Location Del Rio, Uvalde or Eagle Pass
Department Natural Sciences
Job No. AJF983
Posting Date 08/17/2026
End Date 08/31/2027
Until Filled No
Appointment Date 09/01/2026
Salary $2,550-$3,200/class as determined by qualifications and enrollments
Required
* Master’s degree in Biology or a related field from an accredited institution.
* Classroom teaching experience.
Preferred
* Ph. D. in Biology from an accredited institution and prior university teaching experience.
* Blackboard experience.
Primary Responsibilities:
* The Natural & Behavioral Sciences Department periodically seeks qualified, part-time instructors to teach freshman and sophomore-level biology courses.
* Teach face to face and/or online courses at a variety of days and times.
* Create engaging lessons that promote student involvement and application of the material. Use a course syllabus for each course, following established SRSU guidelines.
* Evaluate students to measure their progress in achieving course objectives and provide prompt feedback on progress.
* Maintain professional relationships with students, colleagues, and community.
Security Sensitive:
This position is classified as Security-Sensitive and is thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code §51.215 and Texas Government Code §411.094, which authorize employers to obtain and review criminal history record information for applicants.
Responsible for personal safety and the safety of others; must exercise due caution and practice safe work habits at all times.
Other Information
An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
It is the policy of Sul Ross State University to provide equal employment opportunity for all persons in accordance with their individual, job related qualifications and without consideration of race, creed, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status and ancestry. Equal employment opportunities shall be afforded in all personnel actions or decisions including, but not necessarily limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, upgrading, promotion, demotion, termination and salary. Retaliation is prohibited against a person who opposes a discriminatory practice, files a charge, testifies, assists or participates in an investigative proceeding or hearing.
Notice of Availability of the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report
The Annual Security & Fire Safety Report is available online at https://srinfo.sulross.edu/udps/. The report contains information regarding campus safety and security including topics such as: campus law enforcement authority; crime reporting policies; campus alerts (Timely Warnings and Emergency Notifications); fire safety policies and procedures; programs to prevent dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking; the procedures the University will follow when one of these crimes is reported; and other matters of importance related to security on campus. The report also contains information about crime statistics for the three most recent calendar years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in On-Campus Student Housing Facilities; in Non-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by the University or a recognized student organization; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus. The report also contains fire statistics for any fires occurring in an On-Campus Student Housing Facility during the three most recent calendar years.
A paper copy of the report will be provided upon request. If you would like to receive a paper copy, you can contact the Office of Student Life, located on the Alpine Campus in the Morgan University Center, Room 211 or you can request that a copy be mailed to you by calling 432-837-8424 or emailing stulife@sulross.edu.
About SRSU
Our campuses span a fascinating part of Texas—Alpine, in the heart of the beautiful Big Bend area, and Del Rio, Eagle Pass and Uvalde along the vibrant, bicultural Texas/Mexico border.
What you’ve heard is true – there is something very special about the areas we serve in our great State, and Sul Ross State University is vital to the continued growth and progress of our students and the communities we serve.
Sul Ross State provides students with the education they need to translate their passions into a fulfilling career. This life-changing experience has a multi-generational impact, transforming the lives of our students, their families and positively impacting the communities in which they reside. We value learning and strive to provide high quality education in a welcoming, supportive environment. We take pride in the fact that we serve a diverse population including many first-generation college students as well as non-traditional students, international students, student-athletes and graduate students.
From teaching, coaching and law enforcement, to science, ranch management and the Fine Arts, SRSU offers more than 60 undergraduate and graduate degree programs. Known as the Frontier University of Texas, Sul Ross encourages each student to explore their own frontiers and to exceed their educational, personal and professional goals.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Biology
Document your biology credentials precisely
PERM requires your degree field to match the job's minimum requirements. A degree in biochemistry or microbiology supports different roles than a general biology degree, so verify the SOC code your employer plans to use before recruiting begins.
Target employers with active PERM filing history
Biotech firms, pharmaceutical companies, and federal research contractors file PERM more frequently than academic labs or small environmental consultancies. Searching DOL's OFLC disclosure data by occupation filters for employers who have successfully sponsored biology professionals before.
Use Migrate Mate to find sponsoring biology employers
Many biology job postings never mention green card sponsorship even when the employer is willing. Migrate Mate surfaces companies with verified PERM filing history for biology and life science roles, so you target interviews where sponsorship is already on the table.
Verify prevailing wage before accepting an offer
DOL sets prevailing wage at Levels I through IV for each biology SOC code by location. Use OFLC Wage Search to confirm your offered salary meets the required level before signing, since a wage below DOL's threshold will cause the PERM application to fail.
Ask employers about PERM recruitment timing upfront
PERM requires employers to complete supervised recruitment before filing, typically adding four to six months before the I-140 petition even starts. Asking about this timeline during the offer stage tells you whether the employer has done this before and how they plan to proceed.
Check your O*NET profile to confirm specialty occupation status
EB-2 eligibility for biology roles depends on the position requiring an advanced degree. The O*NET occupation profile for your specific role shows the typical education level, which supports your employer's PERM job requirements and strengthens the I-140 petition.
Green Card Biology: Frequently Asked Questions
Do biology roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most biology positions qualify for EB-3 as professional roles requiring at least a bachelor's degree. Roles requiring a master's degree or higher, such as senior research scientists or regulatory affairs specialists in biotech, can qualify for EB-2. Your employer specifies the minimum requirements in the PERM job description, which determines which category applies.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for biology professionals?
H-1B visa is a temporary status capped at 65,000 slots annually with a lottery, while EB-3 green card sponsorship has no annual lottery and leads to permanent residency. The tradeoff is timeline: PERM labor certification adds six to eighteen months before you file the I-140 petition. For nationals of countries without significant visa backlogs at the EB-3 level, the green card path can be faster long-term than cycling through H-1B renewals.
Where can I find biology employers that sponsor green cards?
Migrate Mate filters job opportunities by verified PERM and green card sponsorship history, so you can search biology and life science roles knowing the employer has sponsored foreign workers before. This is more reliable than filtering general job postings by keywords, since most listings don't disclose sponsorship willingness upfront.
What happens to my green card case if I change biology employers mid-process?
If your I-140 petition has been approved for more than 180 days, you may be able to port your priority date to a new employer under a similar biology occupation without restarting PERM from scratch. Before the 180-day mark, changing employers generally requires your new employer to file a new PERM application and I-140, which resets your place in line.
Does a biology master's degree automatically qualify me for EB-2?
Not automatically. The EB-2 category requires both that you hold an advanced degree and that the job itself requires one. If your employer's PERM job description lists a bachelor's degree as sufficient, USCIS will classify the petition as EB-3 regardless of your actual credentials. Your employer must structure the minimum job requirements at the master's level for EB-2 to apply.