Biology Instructor

The District Board of Trustees of Pensacola State College, Florida; Pensacola (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Pensacola State College seeks a Biology Instructor for a 9‑month tenure‑track appointment with an anticipated January 2027 start. The candidate will teach non‑majors and majors biology with emphasis in anatomy & physiology and/or microbiology, including labs, across multiple campuses and through distance learning when needed.

Responsibilities include course planning, delivering content, monitoring progress, participating in committees, curriculum development, and student success initiatives.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Biology or closely related field with at least 18 graduate credit hours in the discipline.
• Background checks are required by law and college policy, including FDLE background checks for all successful candidates.

Responsibilities

• Prepare course plans and materials for non-major and major Biology courses and labs.
• Deliver subject matter content effectively and monitor student attendance and progress.
• Participate in departmental and college committees and curriculum development.
• Support retention efforts and assist in textbook selection and assessment of learning outcomes.
• Engage in service and professional development activities as part of the 9‑month tenure‑track role.

Skills

Teaching

Advising

Communication

Curriculum development

Education

Master’s degree in Biology or related field with 18 graduate credit hours

Doctoral degree in Biology with emphasis in anatomy/physiology and/or microbiology (preferred)

Job description

Join the PSC family and connect with accomplished and diverse colleagues who inspire and innovate students and transform lives and futures. Along with helping our students reach their goals, Pensacola State makes career fulfillment a reality.

Job Description

The Biology Instructor position is a 9-month, tenure-track faculty position with an anticipated start date of January 2027. The successful candidate will primarily be assigned non-major and major Biology courses and labs with an emphasis in anatomy and physiology and/or microbiology but may be assigned other courses. This position requires effective teaching and advising of diverse students, excellent oral and written communication skills, and a commitment to the comprehensive state college mission. The instructor will prepare course plans and materials, effectively deliver subject matter content, monitor student attendance and progress, participate on departmental and College committees, participate in curriculum development, support activities that foster retention, participate in the selection of textbooks, assess student learning outcomes, and take part in other service and professional development activities. Multiple campus, day, evening, and distance learning teaching assignments are possible. This position reports to the Department Head, Natural Sciences.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduation from an institution that holds accreditation recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and approved by the College with a master’s degree in Biology or a closely related field with at least 18 graduate credit hours in the discipline.
• Successful results of a criminal background check are required.
• Pursuant to College policy, it is an employment eligibility requirement for an applicant to meet the requirements of § 435.04(2), Florida Statutes, related to background investigations. Any person failing to meet the requirements of the statute will be deemed not qualified to hold employment in this position.
• A Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) approved background check will be conducted on every successful candidate as a condition of employment, and any person who fails to disclose any adverse information contained in the background investigation at the time of submitting the employment application will be disqualified from employment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduation from an institution that holds accreditation recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and approved by the College with a doctoral degree in Biology with an emphasis in anatomy and physiology and/or microbiology and post-secondary teaching experience in introduction to biology, general biology, microbiology, and anatomy and physiology courses.

SALARY RANGE

$42,250.00 - $48,250.00 for a 9-month contract with a master’s degree. $47,000.00 - $53,000.00 for a 9-month contract with a doctoral degree.

APPLICATION DEADLINE

Open Until Filled – Review of applications will begin November 9, 2026. To receive full consideration, the online application and supplemental materials must be received by November 8, 2026.

Pay Details

Faculty members hired with less than three years of related experience shall be placed on the salary schedule as follows: 164 Day Base (2026 - 2027) Bachelor's or Less - $39,500 Master's - $42,250 Master's Plus - $44,000 Doctorate - $47,000 All degree classification levels add the appropriate dollars (up to $6,000) for years of credited experience to the annual salary figures above to determine entry salary.

Benefits

• Pensacola State College offers a comprehensive benefits package for health, dental, vision, hospitalization, and supplemental insurance benefits through the State of Florida’s Group Insurance Program.
• Other benefits offered include participation in the wellness program, tuition waivers, educational opportunities, and paid sick leave.
• All employees in established, eligible positions are members of the Florida Retirement System from their first day of employment.
• Additional leave types are position specific.

EEO Statement

Pensacola State College does not discriminate against any personon the basis ofrace,color,ethnicity,religion,sex (as defined by applicable federal and state law),national origin,age,disability, genetic information, pregnancy, ormaritalstatus inits educational programs, activities, or employment.

Location

Located on Florida’s beautiful Emerald Coast, Pensacola State College is the oldest of the 28 institutions in the Florida College System. With six campuses and centers - Pensacola, Warrington, Milton, South Santa Rosa, Century and downtown Pensacola, the College serves approximately 26,000 students. Since opening its doors with 136 students in a Pensacola boarding house in 1948, more than 110,000 students have earned bachelor’s degrees, associate degrees and workforce certificates from the College.

About PSC Family

By joining the PSC family, you connect with accomplished and diverse colleagues who inspire and innovate students and transform lives and futures. Along with helping our students reach their goals, Pensacola State makes career fulfillment a reality.