Adjunct Professor, Biology (Applicant Pool 2026-2027)

Collin College; United States; On-site; USD 20,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Collin College seeks an Adjunct Faculty member to prepare and deliver coursework in engaging and innovative ways, reflecting a commitment to the college's core values. The role requires teaching courses at scheduled times on various campuses or off-site locations.

Applicants must possess a Master's degree in the discipline or a related field, with teaching experience desired. The position is part-time and compensation is determined per adjunct faculty rates laid out by Human Resources.

Qualifications

• Teaching experience is desired.
• Subject to a criminal background check.
• Must be available to work on campus or other designated locations in Texas.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses according to the schedule and approved course descriptions.
• Perform additional duties as assigned according to college policies.
• Perform all duties in person; remote or telecommuting arrangements are not permitted.

Education

Master’s degree in the discipline/qualifying field

Master’s degree in any discipline with at least 18 graduate hours in the discipline/qualifying field

Job description

Primary Location: 3452 Spur 399, McKinney, Texas, 75069

Job Summary

Responsible to prepare and deliver coursework in engaging, innovative, and discipline-appropriate ways that reflect a commitment to the college's core values, an understanding of culturally responsive teaching, and knowledge of the teaching field. Meet professional standards for faculty in accordance with college policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses according to the schedule, approved course descriptions, and syllabi established by the Division faculty.
• Instruction may be on one or more of the college's campuses or off‑site locations, including evening and weekend programs.
• Teacher may include Dual Credit courses.
• Perform additional duties as assigned, including maintaining all standards in accordance with college policies, procedures and core values.
• Perform all duties in person; remote or telecommuting arrangements are not permitted except as permitted by law.

Physical Demands

Primarily sedentary work involving sitting most of the time. Periodic lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling of objects (up to 10 pounds). Occasional walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, crouching and reaching. Little physical effort required.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in the discipline/qualifying field or a Master’s degree in any discipline with at least 18 graduate hours in the discipline/qualifying field.
• Teaching experience is desired.
• Subject to a criminal background check (Security Sensitive position). If assigned to a Dual Credit course, a fingerprinting background check with the TX DPS is required.
• Must be available to work on campus or other designated locations in Texas.

Compensation

Part‑time: Per Adjunct Faculty and CE Instructor rates. Contact Human Resources for details.

Equal Opportunity & EEO Statement

Collin College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any characteristic protected by applicable law.