Assistant Professor, Biological Science

Broward College; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 47,000 - 78,644; Full time

Job summary

A large educational institution in Florida is seeking a dedicated Assistant Professor of Biological Science to join their faculty. This full-time position will involve online instruction and requires an office presence. Candidates should possess a Master's Degree or equivalent in Biology, have a high level of digital literacy, and a minimum of one year of full-time teaching experience is preferred. The position offers a competitive salary range of $47,000 to $78,644 based on education and experience.

Qualifications

• Master's or equivalent in a relevant biological field.
• At least 1 year of teaching experience in higher education is preferred.
• Ability to adapt teaching methods to diverse student needs.

Responsibilities

• Engage students through innovative teaching methods.
• Provide constructive feedback and conduct office hours.
• Participate in curriculum development and academic assessment.

Skills

Master's Degree in Biology or related field

High level of digital literacy

Teaching experience

Education

Master's Degree

Terminal degree preferred

Job description

Assistant Professor, Biological Science – Join Broward College as a full‑time contract eligible teaching position in Biological Science.

Broward College, a large state college of South Florida, invites applicants for a yearly two‑semester (163‑day) contract that begins in August 2026. The position involves online instruction and requires a physical office presence.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate mastery of the specific discipline, a deep commitment to fostering student success, academic achievement, persistence, technological competence, and skills that engage students and prepare them for productive lives.
• Employ teaching methods to accommodate various levels of academic preparation and incorporate appropriate and engaging technology across different modalities of instruction.
• Facilitate the needs of different learners across programs through responsive pedagogical techniques and effective practices.
• Willingly examine and adapt instructional, relational, and classroom practices to better engage and support students.
• Engage in student consultation, course preparation, review of course outlines, and preparation of course syllabi.
• Provide prompt and constructive support through regular office hours, timely feedback on assessments and activities, and prompt email responses.
• Adhere to reporting deadlines such as grade processing, enrollment verification, syllabus submission, and textbook adoption.
• Participate in service to the college and its community.
• Contribute to curriculum development, assessment of student learning outcomes, shared decision‑making, faculty organizations, and departmental course and program reviews.
• Engage in professional development, including attending educational and disciplinary conferences.

Minimum Qualifications & Experience

• Master's Degree in Biology or a related Biological Science subfield (Anatomy & Physiology, Microbiology) or a Master's with 18 graduate credit hours in Anatomy & Physiology or Microbiology.
• Terminal degree preferred.
• High level of digital literacy and commitment to teaching.
• Minimum one year full‑time teaching experience in higher education preferred.

Our Culture – Broward College leaders embody competence, care, character, composure, and courage, prioritizing service, high‑quality guidance, mutual respect, resilience, and fair, thoughtful decision‑making while upholding integrity, transparency, and honesty.

Salary – $47,000 – $78,644 (commensurate with education, experience, and course load).

Seniority level: Not applicable.

Employment type: Full‑time.

Job function: Education. Industries: Higher Education.