Assistant Professor of Biological Sciences

Contra Costa Community College District; Martinez (CA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

STRS retirement

District benefits

Medical insurance

Dental & vision

Flexible spending plan

Sabbatical leave

Travel assistance

Job summary

Diablo Valley College, part of the Contra Costa Community College District, seeks a full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor of Biological Sciences to begin Fall 2027. The successful candidate will teach BIOL-130 Cellular and Molecular Biology and BIOL-116/117 Human Biology, including lectures and labs, while advancing equity in a diverse community college setting.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications or equivalency as outlined by the California Community Colleges; the position

Qualifications

• Master’s in any biological science (or equivalent).
• Bachelor’s in biology plus Master’s in Biochemistry, Biophysics, or Marine Science.
• Valid CCC Instructor Credential for biology or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• advancing equitable student learning through dedicated, exemplary instruction in accordance with established course outlines.
• participating in the assessment of student learning outcomes for courses and programs; developing and implementing student learning outcomes assessment processes for courses and programs.
• collaborating in the development and revision of curriculum and in program review.
• engaging in department program improvement initiatives.
• participating in department, division, and college committees.
• participating in professional development activities, both departmental and college-wide.
• maintaining current knowledge in the subject matter area and effective teaching/ learning strategies.
• maintaining appropriate standards of professional conduct and ethics.
• informing students of course requirements, evaluation procedures and attendance requirements.
• preparing and grading class assignments and examinations and informing students of their academic progress.
• maintaining attendance, scholastic, and personnel records and submitting them according to published deadlines.
• posting and holding sufficient and regular office hours in accordance with prevailing policy.
• participating in College’s shared governance processes.

Education

Master’s in any biological science

Bachelor’s in any biological science AND Master’s in Biochemistry, Biophysics, or Marine Science

A valid California Community College Instructor Credential authorizing full-time instruction in any biological science

The equivalent.

Job description

Assistant Professor of Biological Sciences

Join Our Mission To Transform Lives

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Diablo Valley College welcomes all learners, enhances the community, and advances equity through high-quality education and support services that empower students to achieve their goals. DVC instructors use pedagogies that close equity gaps by fostering success among all students. To help further this work, DVC seeks a full-time tenure-track assistant professor of Biology to begin August 2020. The successful applicant will be well-qualified to teach BIOL-130 Cellular and Molecular Biology and BIOL-116/117 Human Biology, including lectures and laboratories and will demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, ethnic backgrounds, and abilities of community college students.

Recruitment Timeline:

1) Initial review of applications will occur January 2027.

2) Selected applicants will be contacted in February 2027 to schedule an interview. Interviews will take place in-person in February 2027.

3) If selected, classroom teaching demonstrations will occur the same week as the initial interview.

3) Final interviews will be held Early March 2027.

Applicants will be responsible for travel expenses. The college nor the District reimburses for travel expenses.

To support our students and campus community, faculty in this position are expected to work on campus.

No candidate for a full-time position shall be recommended as a finalist to the President without meeting the minimum qualifications or having been verified as meeting the equivalency. The disciplines listed in the minimum qualifications are determined by the statewide Academic Senate for California Community Colleges. A Doctoral degree (PhD) is considered to encompass a master’s degree (MA or MS).

If you do not possess the exact degree listed in the minimum qualification section or if you have not finished your degree before submitting your application, you must fill out a Master’s degree equivalency form and upload in the attachment section of the online employment application to be considered. All foreign degrees and credits used to meet the minimum qualifications must be evaluated by an approved National Association of Credential Evaluation Services ( NACES ) agency www.naces.org prior to the implementation of the equivalency process.

Position Title

Position Title Assistant Professor of Biological Sciences

Special Instructions to Applicants

Diablo Valley College welcomes all learners, enhances the community, and advances equity through high-quality education and support services that empower students to achieve their goals. DVC instructors use pedagogies that close equity gaps by fostering success among all students. To help further this work, DVC seeks a full-time tenure-track assistant professor of Biology to begin August 2020. The successful applicant will be well-qualified to teach BIOL -130 Cellular and Molecular Biology and BIOL -116/117 Human Biology, including lectures and laboratories and will demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, ethnic backgrounds, and abilities of community college students.

Recruitment Timeline:

1) Initial review of applications will occur January 2027.

2) Selected applicants will be contacted in February 2027 to schedule an interview. Interviews will take place in-person in February 2027.

3) If selected, classroom teaching demonstrations will occur the same week as the initial interview.

3) Final interviews will be held Early March 2027.

Applicants will be responsible for travel expenses. The college nor the District reimburses for travel expenses.

To support our students and campus community, faculty in this position are expected to work on campus.

No candidate for a full-time position shall be recommended as a finalist to the President without meeting the minimum qualifications or having been verified as meeting the equivalency. The disciplines listed in the minimum qualifications are determined by the statewide Academic Senate for California Community Colleges. A Doctoral degree (PhD) is considered to encompass a master’s degree (MA or MS).

If you do not possess the exact degree listed in the minimum qualification section or if you have not finished your degree before submitting your application, you must fill out a Master’s degree equivalency form and upload in the attachment section of the online employment application to be considered. All foreign degrees and credits used to meet the minimum qualifications must be evaluated by an approved National Association of Credential Evaluation Services ( NACES ) agency www.naces.org prior to the implementation of the equivalency process.

Description of Position

Diablo Valley College welcomes all learners, enhances the community, and advances equity through high-quality education and support services that empower students to achieve their goals. DVC instructors use pedagogies that close equity gaps by fostering success among all students. To help further this work, DVC seeks a full-time tenure-track assistant professor of Biology to begin August 2027. The successful applicant will be well-qualified to teach BIOL -130 Cellular and Molecular Biology and BIOL -116/117 Human Biology, including lectures and laboratories and will demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, ethnic backgrounds, and abilities of community college students.

Inquiries

Recruitment Type

Recruitment Type Faculty

Location

Posting Number

Posting Number F01370

# of Openings

# of Openings 1

Initial salary placement for full-time, tenure track positions is based on academic degree(s), upper/graduate level units earned, teaching experience and/or qualifying related professional occupation experience which ranges from $68,136 to $112,848 per year (Up to $132k).

Position Status

EEO Job Category

EEO Job Category Faculty & Other Instructional Staff

Employee Group

Employee Group Full-Time Faculty

Department

Department D3530-Biological Sciences

Discipline Biological sciences

Duties and Responsibilities

• advancing equitable student learning through dedicated, exemplary instruction in accordance with established course outlines;
• participating in the assessment of student learning outcomes for courses and programs; developing and implementing student learning outcomes assessment processes for courses and programs;
• collaborating in the development and revision of curriculum and in program review;
• engaging in department program improvement initiatives;
• participating in department, division, and college committees;
• participating in professional development activities, both departmental and college-wide;
• maintaining current knowledge in the subject matter area and effective teaching/ learning strategies;
• maintaining appropriate standards of professional conduct and ethics;
• informing students of course requirements, evaluation procedures and attendance requirements;
• preparing and grading class assignments and examinations and informing students of their academic progress;
• maintaining attendance, scholastic, and personnel records and submitting them according to published deadlines;
• posting and holding sufficient and regular office hours in accordance with prevailing policy;
• participating in College’s shared governance processes.

The applicant must possess one of the following qualifications (earned degrees must be from an accredited college/university):

• Master’s in any biological science
• OR
• Bachelor’s in any biological science AND Master’s in Biochemistry, Biophysics, or Marine Science
• OR
• A valid California Community College Instructor Credential authorizing full-time instruction in any biological science
• OR
• The equivalent.

If you do not possess the EXACT minimum qualifications (i.e., you do not possess the EXACT degree title listed) and believe that you meet the minimum qualifications, fill out the equivalency petition form in the document section of the online application. If you are unsure that you meet the minimum qualifications, please fill out the equivalency petition. The equivalency form can be downloaded here.

If your degree is not conferred by the time you submit your application, you must fill out an equivalency. All foreign degrees and credits used to meet the minimum qualifications must be evaluated by an approved National Association of Credential Evaluation Services ( NACES ) agency www.naces.org prior to the implementation of the equivalency process.

Desirable Qualifications

• 1. Demonstrated commitment to student learning and to the success of all students in the open-access learning environment of a community college;
• 2. Demonstrated commitment to inclusive and culturally-informed teaching practices;
• 3. Demonstrated ability and/or commitment to reducing equity gaps college-wide as well as in biology courses;
• 4. Experience developing effective approaches for teaching in both lecture and laboratory;
• 5. Master’s degree (MA or MS) or Doctoral degree (PhD) in any biological science;
• 6. Demonstrated excellence in academic preparation and knowledge in Cellular and Molecular Biology and/or Human Biology;
• 7. Demonstrated excellence in teaching Cellular and Molecular Biology and/or Human Biology;
• 8. Effective written and oral communication skills;
• 9. A commitment and ability to work within the department, division, and college community to achieve the goals outlined in the Educational Strategic Plan, which focuses on advancing equity in student goal completion by increasing holistic support and eliminating barriers to success. Educational Strategic Plan: https://www.dvc.edu/about-dvc/college-plans/educational-strategic-plan

Job Open Date: 10/16/2026

Job Close Date: 01/04/2027

Open Until Filled No

Employment Begins: Fall 2027

# of Months 10 Months

Employee Benefits

• Membership in State Teachers Retirement System ( STRS )
• District-paid benefits (employee contributes 6%) for employee and dependents/domestic partners include:
• - Medical (Anthem Blue Cross or Kaiser) insurance including chiropractic services
• - Dental and vision
• - Flexible spending (125) plan
• - Life and long-term disability insurance
• - Employee Assistance Program
• - Deferred compensation (403b and 457)
• - Sabbatical Leave
• Additional Benefits: The District also offers eligible faculty employees, travel assistance plan, retiree benefits, and employee discounts on health memberships.
• Newly hired employees may notify the respective union (Local 1 or United Faculty) if they opt to join and/or authorize payment to the union. If the newly hired employee authorizes payment to the union then the following fees apply: Local 1 has a one-time initiation fee of $45.00 and monthly contribution of 1% of gross pay +$1. United Faculty has an agency fee of .55% of gross pay plus $2.50.

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