Biology Instructor (Part-Time Faculty Pool) Fresno City College

State Center Community College District; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Fresno City College is seeking qualified candidates for a Biology Instructor (Part-Time Faculty Pool) to teach a full range of biology courses for majors and non-majors on campus in Fresno.

The role requires sensitivity to diverse student backgrounds and may include evening or weekend teaching assignments. Minimum qualifications include a master’s in biology or a related credential with equivalency options.

Qualifications

• 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 Credential; OR
• The equivalent education and or/experience (requires an equivalency).

Responsibilities

• Teach biology courses for majors and non-majors.
• Assess student learning outcomes for courses and programs.
• Communicate effectively with students and staff.
• Teaching assignments may include evenings and weekends.

Skills

Teaching biology

Student communication

Assessment of learning outcomes

Education

Master of Biological Science

Bachelor in Biological Science + Master in Biochemistry/Biophysics/Marine Science

California CC Credential

Equivalency (requires equivalency)

Tools

Educational technology

Job description

Biology Instructor (Part-Time Faculty Pool) Fresno City College

Title Biology Instructor (Part-Time Faculty Pool) Fresno City College

Campus Location

Campus Location Fresno City College

Start Date

Essential Functions of Position

• Teaching the full complement of biology classes (i.e., general biology, human biology, microbiology, and human anatomy and physiology) for majors and non-majors;
• Assessment of student learning outcomes for courses and programs; and
• Communicating effectively with students and staff.
• Teaching assignments may include a variety of instructional settings and times, including evenings and weekends.

Minimum Qualifications

• 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 Credential; OR
• The equivalent education and or/experience (requires an equivalency).

All candidates must have demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

Desirable Qualifications

• Background in general biology;
• Experience teaching biology (majors and non-majors);
• Experience with educational technology (computer, interactive video, slides, etc.);
• Experience working with students of various cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds; and
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with students and staff.

Salary and Benefits

Starting rates are $45.49 – $61.78 for lecture and $38.67 – $52.55 for lab Sick leave accrual is based on assignment hours.

Selection Procedure

The selection and hiring process will be explained by the hiring department if the candidate is extended an opportunity to interview.