Biological Sciences Anatomy Instructor (Full-time, Tenure-Track)

City College of San Francisco; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Group Life Insurance

Dental Care Plan

Job summary

City College of San Francisco invites applications for a full-time Tenure-Track Biological Sciences Anatomy Instructor. The position emphasizes in-person lab instruction and potential hybrid lecture delivery, with a cadaver facility supporting hands-on student learning.

The role requires a Master’s degree in a biological science (or equivalent) and prior teaching experience in anatomy. CCSF offers a competitive salary with benefits, and the Ocean Campus location provides diverse teaching sites

Qualifications

• Must have earned Master’s degree in biological sciences or equivalent as listed in the degree requirements.
• Experience with university lower-division human anatomy instruction is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and update anatomy curricula and assessments.

Responsibilities

• Lecture and laboratory instruction in human anatomy for lower-division courses at CCSF Ocean Campus.
• Teach day, evening and weekend classes as assigned at Ocean Campus and other sites.
• Maintain cadaver facility and cadaver-related demonstrations and preparations.
• Develop and update course outlines and laboratory exercises; create digital learning resources.
• Hold office hours and provide student advising and support.

Skills

In-person lab instruction

Cadaver handling

Curriculum development

Education

Master’s degree in biological science

Bachelor’s degree in biological science

Master’s degree in biochemistry/biophysics/marine science or equivalent

Job description

Biological Sciences Anatomy Instructor (Full-time, Tenure-Track)

Position Title Biological Sciences Anatomy Instructor (Full-time, Tenure-Track)

Posting Type

Posting Type Wide Distribution

Department

Department Biological Sciences

Campus

Campus Ocean Campus

Location

Job Category

Job Category Faculty (Credit Program)

Salary (Applicant View)

Initial salary placement is based on verified and accepted educational/work experience in accordance with the current City College of San Francisco Faculty Salary Schedule. The annual salary range upon entry is from $75,466 to $115,214 for 175 days of service or pro-rated for one semester or fewer days of service. New full-time faculty hires will have two additional service days, in their first year of service only, for the purpose of attending mandatory new faculty orientation. They will receive “independent flex credit” for such attendance, but no additional pay.
CONTRACT : FIRST YEAR ( PROBATIONARY )
TENURE - TRACK ( ONE POSITION )
EC §§87602-87615

Appointment Type

Appointment Type Faculty - Tenure-Track

Full Time/Part Time

Full Time/Part Time Full Time

Start Date

Start Date 08/16/2027

Position Description

This is a Full-Time Faculty position specializing in Human Gross and Microscopic Anatomy. Teaching assignments will require in-person lab instruction with the possibility of “hybrid” lecture pedagogy.
The Biological Sciences Department has been a leading educator of Allied Health professionals in the Bay Area, instructing approximately 2000 students a year. Anatomy has been an academic stalwart within the department. With a new teaching/lab facility featuring a state-of-the-art cadaver facility, we will be one of the few programs in the bay area utilizing cadavers for student teaching. Please visit our webpage at ccsf.edu for more information regarding our community college district

Job Duties

1. Assume primary responsibility for lecture and laboratory instruction in university lower-division courses offered at CCSF in human anatomy. Primary duties include responsibility for class preparation, set up of laboratory demonstrations and exercises, as well as care and preparation of laboratory materials required for teaching courses.
2. Teach day, evening and/or weekend classes at the Ocean campus and at other sites as assigned.
3. Execute and maintain cadaver pro-sections, cadaver sections, and anatomical and anthropological educational preparations.
4. Assume a leading role in maintaining and developing existing anatomy curriculum and courses, including the upgrading of course outlines, and the development of innovative and effective laboratory exercises and demonstrations.
5. Participate in actively developing digital resources for students and assessing student learning and achievements.
6. Maintain standards of professional knowledge, conduct and ethics appropriate to the position, the department, and the college.
7. Teach introductory non-major human biology courses as needed.
8. Work effectively and respectfully with colleagues in departmental activities including but not limited to committee work, curriculum and program development, community outreach, and student activities.
9. Maintain appropriate records and timely submission of College forms (on paper or online, e.g., census).
10. Hold office hours and be available to assist and advise students at times that are convenient to them.
11. Participate in identifying equipment needs, contribute to the organization and maintenance of models, slide collections, laboratory equipment and materials relevant to the teaching of biology classes.
12. Perform other related duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications

• 1.
  Demonstrated knowledge, skills, and abilities to work with community college students with disabilities, various sexual orientations, and diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds (Required).
• 2.
  EarnedMaster’s degree in any biological science
• OR
  Bachelor’s degree in any biological science
  AND
  Master’s degree in biochemistry, biophysics, or marine science
  OR the equivalent

[The degree major(s) posted on an applicant’s transcript(s) must be exactly as listed above under the degree requirements. Otherwise applicant must claim education equivalency for the formal educational requirement. Applicants who are currently enrolled in Ph.D. programs that do not award a master’s degree also need to claim education equivalency. The “Faculty Equivalency Application Form” is available on the left side margin. This form will be considered as part of the application materials and must be submitted on or before the filing deadline as indicated on this job posting.]

[If you have previously gone through the education equivalency for this same subject area from City College of San Francisco OR you have obtained the clarification of your “major” from the department chair/dean of the institution you attended in order to meet the minimum qualification for this job posting, you must submit a copy of the information. When attaching this document, please use the “Equivalency Application Form” link.]

Desirable Qualifications

1. Education/ Training

• A degree (Masters-PhD) in Human (Gross) Anatomy, Human Physiology, Medical Sciences or Medical degree (MD) and/or strong academic record of undergraduate upper division and graduate coursework in human gross anatomy, microscopic anatomy, neuroanatomy, developmental anatomy, sectional anatomy, and mammalian physiology.
• Undergraduate upper division and/or graduate coursework in biological anthropology and /or forensic anatomy

2. Experience

• Verifiable experience in teaching and coordinating university lower division lecture and laboratory courses in human anatomy.
• Verifiable record of scholarship in biological sciences.

3. Skills

• Demonstrated skills and experience maintaining and supervising a human cadaver facility.
• Demonstrated skills in producing and maintaining cadaver pro-sections, cadaver cross-sections, and anatomical museum preparations.
• Demonstrated skills in the development and use of computerized/digital anatomy instructional programs.
• Demonstrated skills in the development of curriculum and assessment of student learning.

4. Evidence of in-person instructional experience at the university or college level using culturally responsive pedagogy.

5. Demonstrated experience with and knowledge of inequities in higher education and a commitment to rectifying policies and processes that restrict access for historically minoritized and disproportionately impacted students

In accordance with the collective bargaining agreement between the SFCCD and AFT Local 2121, fringe benefits include a choice of several health plans, plus $50,000 Group Life Insurance and Dental Care Plan.

New employees hired on or after January 1, 2014 will contribute 2% of salary to the San Francisco Retiree Health Care Trust Fund ( RHCTF ).

ADA Statement

Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation to participate in this hiring process should contact the Human Resources Department at [e-mail] to make the necessary arrangements. Please be aware that verification of a covered disability under the ADA may be required.

Selection Procedure/Conditions of Employment

Applicants who meet all minimum qualifications and have all required application documents in the CCSF Human Resources Department on or before the filing deadline will be included in the initial review processes to be conducted by the Search Committee. A reasonable number of applicants who are judged by the Committee as best matching the requirements of the position will be invited for a personal interview with the Search Committee. An additional interview will be offered to applicants who are advanced beyond the initial interviews (full-time position only).

Employees must satisfy all the pre-employment requirements for a CCSF Release to Work Authorization Certificate prior to appointment which include, but are not limited to, tuberculosis clearance (EC 87408.6), fingerprinting processing, and verification of their legal right to work in the United States.

EEO Statement

It is the policy of the City College of San Francisco to provide all persons with equal employment and educational opportunities regardless of race, color, ancestry, national origin, ethnic group identification, religion, age, gender, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, disability or AIDS / HIV status, medical conditions, gender identity, or status as a Vietnam-Era veteran. These categories specifically include status as a lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or questioning person in any District program or activity. For further information, contact the Human Resources Department at: [e-mail]

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