Biology Instructor Pool-Part-Time (Anatomy & Physiology)

North Orange County Community College District; Anaheim (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A community college district in California seeks a part-time Biology Instructor to teach courses like Anatomy & Physiology. Candidates must have a Master’s in biological science or equivalent and demonstrate a commitment to diversity and equity. This position involves collaboration with faculty and requires degree verification.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in biological science or equivalent qualifications required.
• Expertise in culturally responsive teaching desirable.
• Degree verification via legible transcript required.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses such as Anatomy & Physiology and General Human Anatomy.
• Collaborate with faculty to maintain current curriculum.
• Address equity gaps affecting underrepresented groups.

Skills

Teaching expertise in biology

Commitment to diversity and equity

Collaboration with faculty

Education

Master’s in any biological science

Bachelor’s in any biological science AND Master’s in biochemistry

Valid California teaching credential

Job description

Overview

Biology Instructor Pool-Part-Time (Anatomy & Physiology) in the Cypress College department of CC Science, Engineering, and Math. Location: Cypress College. Percentage of Employment: Part-Time. Work Schedule: Varies.

About Us: Do you strive to make a difference in higher education? If so, consider joining North Orange County Community College District. We enroll over 60,000 students and serve over one million people annually, with more than 2,600 employees across Cypress College, Fullerton College, and North Orange Continuing Education. Cypress College is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, with a diverse student body and international program. The college emphasizes academic excellence and equitable student success, including programs such as STEM and NASA-recognized initiatives, and is designated as a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Information is available at www.cypresscollege.edu.

Primary Purpose: Duties and responsibilities as presented are representative and not restrictive. The District reserves the right to modify the assignment and allocation of duties in accordance with operational needs.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions: Examples of essential functions are descriptive and not restrictive in nature.

Job Description: Courses to teach may include:

• Biology 210 – Anatomy & Physiology
• Biology 231 – General Human Anatomy
• Biology 241 – General Human Physiology

Department: CC Science, Engineering, and Math; Location: Cypress College.

Qualifications

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 possess a valid California teaching credential authorizing service in a community college in the appropriate subject matter area; OR the equivalent. Equivalent qualifications may include related education, training, employment and professional experience as determined by the District Equivalency Committee. Commitment to diversity and equity-minded practices in the classroom.

Desirable Qualifications: Expertise in culturally responsive biology teaching; ability to address equity gaps affecting racially minoritized groups; collaboration with full-time and adjunct faculty to maintain current curriculum; success in supporting historically underrepresented and/or marginalized students.

Special Requirements: Degree verification via legible transcript required; transcripts must show degree award date. Evaluations of foreign degrees may be required. See the district website for details on accredited institutions and degree evaluation.

Posting and Application Details

Posting Number: 2016541FT

Open Date: 05/12/2025

Close Date: 05/11/2026

Posting notes: This recruitment remains active for a period of one year from the opening date and may close sooner if no longer needed. Continuous pool for part-time, temporary faculty assignments as-needed. Applicants should upload resume and transcripts; incomplete applications will not be considered. Official transcripts and verification of experience are required prior to the first duty day, along with identification and employment eligibility per IRCA; fingerprints and medical certification may be required. NOCCCD will not sponsor visas. Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities may be requested.