Biology Residential Faculty

Maricopa Community College district; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 53,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Coverage

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

Paid Time Off

ASRS Pension

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Work Schedules

Job summary

Maricopa Community College District invites applications for a Biology Residential Faculty at South Mountain Community College. The role focuses on teaching biology to diverse student populations, balancing lectures and labs, and contributing to curriculum development.

We seek candidates with a master's or higher in biology or related field, commitment to student success, and ability to teach non-majors courses; this is a 12-month, full-time, Regular position with evenings/weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in biology or applied biology or health care-related disciplines as specified by MCCCD Biology Instructional Council.
• 18 credits of graduate biology or related coursework may be required for biology education track.
• Transcript evaluation may be required for some health-related degrees.

Responsibilities

• Instruct biology classes (lectures/lab) for diverse student populations.
• Teach non-majors courses (Intro biology, anatomy & physiology) with varied instructional methods.
• Participate in divisional and campus meetings and curriculum development.
• Maintain office hours to support student learning and success.

Skills

Biology teaching

Diversity in classroom

Curriculum development

Education

Master's degree in Biology

Master's degree in Applied Biology

Master's degree in medicine/health care

Master's degree in biology education

Job description

Biology Residential Faculty

Job ID: 323197

Location: South Mountain Comm College

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Salary Range: $52,809.480 - $103,238.341 /annually, DOE

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm; some evenings and weekends may be required

Summer Hours: Monday - Thursday, 7am-6pm

Work Calendar: 12 Months

Maricopa Summary

10 Colleges. Unlimited Opportunities.

The Maricopa County Community College District is one of the largest community college systems in the nation. Home to 10 individually accredited community colleges and 31 satellite locations, we proudly serve students in every corner of the Valley. Each day, our dedicated faculty, staff, and administrators, live out our vision-creating excellence in education for a better world.

We focus on people-not profits. With 100% acceptance, zero rejections, and affordable tuition, we provide the flexibility and support our students need to succeed in and beyond the classroom. Discover how we're changing college.

We don't just support our community-we help build it. We are the largest provider of workforce development training in the state. The activities of our colleges and their students support one out of every 28 jobs in Maricopa County. Learn about our economic impact.

We believe our employees are our most valuable asset. Our 10 colleges and District Office support nearly 10,000 jobs and careers throughout Greater Phoenix.

Join us in making a real difference in the lives of over 140,000 college students each year.

Campus Statement

South Mountain Community College (SMCC) reflects the diversity of the surrounding community, a rich mix of rural, urban, and suburban neighborhoods. Many of our students arrive from Phoenix, Laveen, Tempe, Guadalupe, and the surrounding area to attend classes at the main campus or our offsite facility in Guadalupe; we also offer evening courses in Laveen at Betty Fairfax High School.

Of the approximately 5,000 students enrolled at SMCC nearly 70 percent were first-generation college students and 48 percent intended to transfer to a university to further their education. And, with more than 80 percent of these students identifying as a minority, SMCC has been federally designated as a Minority Serving and Hispanic Serving Institution.

Our small, personalized classes are offered days, evenings, and online, led by an engaged and accomplished faculty. Career and academic counseling are also available. SMCC is also a Strengths-Based Institution, helping you determine your strengths and then strategize with you to maximize those strengths in your academic and career choices.

Benefits

Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) is committed to providing a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that supports our employees' and their families' health and well-being. Therefore, the MCCCD benefits support every stage of life and are designed to meet the diverse needs of our community. Explore the wide range of benefits and perks available to eligible employees at MCCCD:

• Nationwide Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick Leave, and Personal Time
• 20 Paid Observed Holidays
• Company-paid Life Insurance, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability plans, with the option to purchase supplemental coverage
• Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Pension, including Long Term Disability and Retiree Health Insurance with 100% employer-matching contributions
• Optional Retirement Plans: 403(b), 457(b), Roth 403(b), Roth 457(b)
• Tuition Reimbursement for employees and dependents
• Annual Professional Development Funding
• Flexible Work Schedules

Employee Health & Wellness Programs:

• District-Wide Wellness Program with Workshops and Webinars
• Monthly Health & Wellness Calendar and Newsletter
• Virta Diabetes Reversal Program and Support Groups
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Sight-On-Site Eye Care Services
• Pre-Retirement Planning Events
• Qualifying Employer Public Service Loan Forgiveness (potential loan forgiveness for federal Direct Loans after meeting repayment requirements and working full-time for an eligible employer)

Job Summary

Instruct biology classes (lectures/laboratory sessions) for students from diverse backgrounds and/or cultures. Teach various courses within the discipline of biology with an emphasis on non-majors course development such as Introductory Biology (100) and Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology (160). Use multiple methods of instruction, assessment results, and appropriate technologies to engage students and promote student success. Participate in divisional meetings and activities, campus meetings, divisional activities, and curriculum development as needed.

Additional Information

If selected as a preferred candidate, please be prepared to provide employment verification for any prior positions being considered toward the required experience for this position.

Essential Functions

50% - Instruction & Student Engagement - Supervises and instructs a diverse population of students in a classroom setting; develops written syllabi/course outlines and course materials; uses learning centered strategies to engage students and promote student success.

20% - Student Assessment & Instructional Improvement - Assesses and evaluates knowledge of subject matter taught and monitors students' scholastic records; prepares and grades examinations and other learning activities; participates in division and college assessment and program review processes; uses assessment and evaluation results to improve instruction and student learning.

20% - Curriculum Development & Instructional Innovation - Develops instructional materials and curriculum; demonstrates innovation in teaching and learning and the scholarship of learning by focusing on student learning, retention, and achievement; incorporates instructional technology and alternative delivery or scheduling techniques; maintains a team approach in collaborating with faculty, staff, and students.

10% - Professional Development, College Service & Student Support - Remains current with new trends and developments in the field through attendance at conferences, courses, seminars, and workshops; participates in college and district activities including department/division meetings, committees, workshops and projects. Maintains office hours to assist, tutor, and advise students to promote learning, citizenship and personal development; works with students outside of the classroom on instructional activities and projects.

Minimum Qualifications

The following disciplines meet the requirements to teach in this field:

Master's degree or higher in a biology discipline. Biology (biological sciences, life sciences, BIO) is a basic research lab science discipline such as cell biology, molecular biology, physiology, anatomy, microbiology, marine biology, zoology, botany, ecology, developmental, evolutionary, neurobiology, and other disciplines or subfields approved by the Biology Instructional Council.

OR

Master's degree or higher in an applied biology discipline. Applied biology includes public health (epidemiology, nutrition, environmental health, biostatistics), bioengineering, biotechnology, environmental science, conservation biology, wildlife management, exercise physiology, pathology, nutrition science, and other applied biology disciplines or subfields approved by the Biology Instructional Council.

OR

Master's degree or higher in medicine or health care including graduate or professional degrees such as MD, DO, DDS/DMD, DPM, DVM, PA, DPT, DC, ND, MBChB or MBBS, and other health care-related disciplines approved by the Biology Instructional Council. Requires transcript evaluation by the hiring committee.

OR

Master's degree or higher in biology education, science education or secondary education with 18 semester graduate credits in biology and/or applied biology courses (see criteria A and B). The required 18 credits of graduate coursework may include up to 6 semester hours of science teaching methods courses. Requires transcript evaluation by the hiring committee.

Desired Qualifications

1. Evidence of one or more years of Biology teaching experience at a post-secondary college or university
2. Evidence of specific experiences using current and relevant pedagogies, such as student-centered teaching (e.g., active or cooperative learning, flipped classrooms, problem-based learning) in the classroom and/or laboratory
3. Experience using student learning outcomes and assessment techniques to improve teaching and learning
4. Experience teaching in multiple modalities (online, in-person, hybrid, non-credit)
5. Evidence of specific experiences using appropriate technology in both lecture and lab environments
6. Evidence of experiences working with diverse populations of students and staff
7. One year of relevant full-time MCCCD experience within the past two years

Special Working Conditions

Ability to lift 30 lbs and be available for outreach events on weekends and/or evenings as needed

Posting Close Date

Open until filled

First Review October 1, 2026.

Applications received after the review date may not be screened

EEO, Title IX, & Clery Act

Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) will not discriminate, nor tolerate discrimination in employment or education, against any applicant, employee, or student because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status (including document abuse), age, disability, veteran status or genetic information.

Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, states: "No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance."

The policy of the MCCCD is to provide an educational, employment, and business environment free of gender discrimination. Incidents of misconduct should be reported to the college Title IX Coordinator, as outlined in policy, contact information is available at this link Title IX Coordinators.

The Clery Act is a Federal law requiring United States Colleges and Universities to disclose information about crime on and around their campuses. Crime reporting data for each of the Maricopa Community Colleges, as required under the Clery Act, is available at this link Clery Act.