Biology Instructor

WSRE; Pensacola (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Tuition waivers

Paid sick leave

Wellness program

Job summary

Pensacola State College invites applications for a Biology Instructor position on a 9-month, tenure-track basis beginning January 2027. The role involves teaching non-major and major biology courses and labs with emphasis in anatomy and physiology and/or microbiology, along with advising and service responsibilities.

The successful candidate will prepare curricula, monitor student progress, participate in committees, and contribute to retention initiatives and textbook selection.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Biology or closely related field with 18 graduate credit hours.
• Doctoral degree in Biology preferred for advanced teaching.
• Successful background check as required by policy.

Responsibilities

• Teach non-major and major biology courses and labs.
• Emphasis in anatomy and physiology and/or microbiology.
• Prepare course plans and deliver content effectively.
• Monitor attendance and student progress; advise diverse students.
• Participate in committees, curriculum development, and program assessment.
• Support retention efforts and textbook selection; assess learning outcomes.
• Engage in professional development and service activities.
• Possible assignments across multiple campuses and times.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Curriculum development

Education

Master's degree in Biology

Doctoral degree in Biology (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 –

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.

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. All employees in established, eligible positions are members of the Florida Retirement System from their first day of employment. Other benefits offered include participation in the wellness program, tuition waivers, educational opportunities, and paid sick leave. Additional leave types are position specific.

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. For inquiriesregardingthe College’s nondiscrimination policies, contact the Civil Rights Compliance Officer at [phone], Pensacola State College, 1000 College Blvd., Pensacola, Florida 32504.