Instructor, Biological Sciences - Tenure Track - Fall 2027

College of Southern Nevada; South Carolina; On-site; USD 58,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance for employees and a

Holidays: 12 paid holidays per year

Relocation expenses reimbursement

Job summary

College of Southern Nevada seeks a full-time, tenure-track Instructor in Organismal Biology to provide biology instruction and support student success across multiple campuses. The department focuses on health sciences pathways and BAS programs, with growth expected in Environmental Conservation.

The role requires a Master of Science in biology and at least one year of college-level teaching in organismal biology; a Ph.D. is preferred.

Qualifications

• Master of Science in biology required.
• One year of college-level organismal biology teaching experience required.
• Ph.D. in biology preferred.
• Experience teaching organismal biology at a community college.
• Demonstrated use of classroom technology and assessment of student learning outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Teach transferable, entry-level lectures and laboratories for BIOL 189 Fundamentals of Life Science and BIOL 190 Introduction to Cell and Molecular Biology.
• Teach BIOL courses such as wildlife ecology, herpetology, ornithology, or mammalogy as assigned.
• Develop clear syllabi and effective course materials and assessments.
• Evaluate student mastery of skills and competencies tied to course outcomes.
• Participate in program assessment, curricular development, and department meetings.
• Collaborate with diverse faculty and staff and participate on college committees.

Skills

Organismal biology

MS in biology

Education

Master of Science in biological science

PhD in biological science (preferred)

Job description

About the College of Southern Nevada

Founded in 1971 and situated in the greater Las Vegas metropolitan area, the College of Southern Nevada is the most ethnically diverse college in Nevada and the first to receive the HSI designation. We’ve prioritized providing an affordable, collaborative, and welcoming environment that allows all students to shine. CSN is a fully accredited institution offering hundreds of degrees and certificates in 70 academic programs. CSN proudly hosts students from all 50 states and over 60 countries with a student population that mirrors Clark County Nevada, one of the most diverse counties in the US. More than one-third of our students are first-generation, half are Pell Grant eligible, and nearly three-fourths are part-time. The College of Southern Nevada, a Minority Serving Institution designated as a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPISI) provides associates and select bachelor’s degrees. Consistent with CSN’s mission, vision, and values we are passionate about fostering an environment where our highly diverse students achieve, succeed, and prosper.

Institutional Commitment to Diversity: The College of Southern Nevada recognizes that embracing diversity maximizes faculty and staff contribution to our goals and provides the best opportunity for student achievement. We seek faculty who demonstrate their commitment to our communities and value diverse perspectives. Faculty are intentional about providing culturally responsive instruction to promote creativity, innovation, growth, and academic excellence. We strive to uphold our mission, to create, and preserve an environment that is dedicated to achieving educational access, equitable resources, inviolable dignity, and opportunity for all to participate, prosper, and reach their full potential. We ensure that all our work and efforts are transformative and build a truly Students First institutional culture. We commit to the journey ahead, embrace difficult conversations, examine implicit biases, and remain steadfast in our continuous process of improvement. We do this by creating, uplifting, and centering all the voices and experiential knowledge of our students, employees, and campus communities. CSN is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination based on race, color, national origin, disability, religion, age, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, and veteran status in the programs or activities which it operates.

Why Live and Work in Southern Nevada?

The region has an environment where professional satisfaction and career achievement are paired with optimal quality of life in a locale with abundant opportunities for work and leisure. Southern Nevada is an excellent base camp for outdoor recreation. Popular nearby hiking and rock-climbing spots include Lake Mead National Recreation Area, Red Rock Canyon, the National Conservation Area, Spring Mountain Ranch State Park, and Valley of Fire State Park. Residents enjoy vibrant urban and suburban communities, within the cities of Las Vegas, North Las Vegas, and Henderson, world-class restaurants, and beautiful parks. The region features a reasonable cost of living, with affordable prices on everything from housing to utilities to groceries compared to most major cities across the nation. Thanks to its mild winters and ample sunshine, the area appeals to a variety of age groups, from retirees to early career professionals. There are plenty of family-friendly activities available to keep families busy. Las Vegas is also a haven for professional sports fans with the NHL Golden Knights (2023 Stanley Cup Winner), WNBA Las Vegas Aces (2022, 2023 and 2025 National Champions), NFL Raiders Football Team, Las Vegas Lights FC and the Las Vegas Grand Prix.

Benefits of Working at CSN

• Grant-in-Aid: Tuition & fee assistance for employees and families at NSHE institutions.
• Time Off: CSN provides a variety of time off options to help employees manage their work-life balance.
• Holidays: All CSN employees receive 12 paid holidays per year.
• Benefits: CSN offers attractive and customizable health insurance plans for employee and dependents.
• Retirement Plan: Participants contribute 19.25% with 100% employer match.
• On-site Early Childhood Education Center services available learning & professional development opportunities.
• Active CSN Affinity Groups that focus on campus-wide diversity initiatives to create a welcoming campus climate.
• For more information about the benefits offered at CSN, please click the link https://www.csn.edu/benefits-retirement

Position Summary

The College of Southern Nevada (CSN) is seeking a full-time, tenure-track Instructor in Organismal Biology to provide instruction in biology and organismal biology-related coursework and support student achievement and success while contributing to the College’s commitment to excellence in teaching and learning. The Department of Biological Sciences provides quality instruction for courses required by limited-entry programs in Health Sciences, the Associate of Science Degree in Biology, and the Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) in Environmental Conservation. The Department currently has a strong focus on increasing student throughput into limited-entry Health Sciences programs and supporting the growth of the BAS in Environmental Conservation. This recruitment is being conducted to fill multiple vacancies.

Core Responsibilities

• Teaching transferable, entry-level lectures and laboratories for BIOL 189 Fundamentals of Life Science, BIOL 190 Introduction to Cell and Molecular Biology, and one or more of the following: NRES 310 Wildlife Ecology and Management, BIOL 432 Herpetology, BIOL 433 Ornithology, and BIOL 434 Mammalogy (primary teaching assignment).
• Applying a variety of instructional strategies appropriate to the needs of the student population and the standards of the discipline.
• Developing clear syllabi and effective course materials.
• Evaluating student mastery of skills and competencies required by course learning outcomes.
• Participating in course and program assessment and curricular development.
• Participating in discipline, department, and school meetings and activities.
• Serving on department, school, and college-wide committees that focus on unit planning and institutional decision-making.
• Establishing and maintaining positive working relationships with students, faculty, and staff of diverse ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Teaching on multiple campuses during the day or evening hours.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs)

Knowledge of and ability to work effectively with State and Federal resource management agencies.

Required Qualifications

• Master of Science degree in a biological science from an accredited College or University.
• One year of experience teaching organismal biology at the college level.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D. in a biological science from an accredited College or University.
• At least one year of experience teaching organismal biology at a community college.
• At least one year of experience teaching herpetology, ornithology, or mammalogy at the college level.
• Demonstrated experience with the use of technology in the classroom.
• Demonstrated experience with assessment of course and program student learning outcomes.
• Demonstrated experience working with a diverse/multicultural student body and/or workforce.
• Demonstrated experience working with State and Federal resource management agencies.

Salary

Initial salary placement is based on educational level and total years of full-time equivalent teaching experience. For example, for an instructor with a Master’s degree the salary range would be $58,046 to $74,304 annually. The entire salary range is up to $89,166 annually with a Doctorate and 10 years' experience. A maximum of 10 years of experience will be considered for the initial salary placement purposes.

Additional Provisions

ExemptYes Full-Time Equivalent 100.0%

Bargaining unit Faculty members hired are eligible for relocation expenses reimbursement in accordance with the College of Southern Nevada NFA Contract 2022-2025.

* *This position is contingent upon ongoing and available funding.

Required Attachments

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter
• Contact information for three professional references (name, e-mail, and phone number)
• Unofficial Academic Transcripts (Applicants who have earned their degrees outside of the United States must have their educational transcripts evaluated by an approved evaluator if their college or university is not listed in the most recent edition of the Higher Education Directory, published by Higher Education Publications, Inc. If you have any questions regarding this, please contact the Office of Human Resources, Talent Acquisition & Classification Team).
• At least one of the minimum and preferred qualifications must be fully described with specific reference to each requirement during the initial review of application materials.

Additional Notes

National Search Out of Area/State Candidates may be offered travel reimbursement with original itemized receipts and in accordance with GSA rates at time of travel.

This position may require that a criminal background check be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.

Schedules are subject to change based on organizational needs.

CSN employs only U.S. citizens and aliens authorized to work in the U.S.

CSN does not sponsor aliens applying for faculty, professional staff, or management positions (H-1B Visas) in the absence of exceptional circumstances as defined by the USCIS.

CSN is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution. For more information, visit http://www.csn.edu/nondiscrimination.

Eligibility & Nondiscrimination Statement

CSN is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination based on race, color, national origin, disability, religion, age, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, and veteran status in the programs or activities which it operates.

CSN’s mission ensures that the college serves the diverse educational needs of the communities and businesses within the southern Nevada service area.

NSHE Employees are required to participate in a mandatory retirement plan in lieu of Social Security. As a result, employment at NSHE may impact your Social Security benefits. Additional information is available at SSA 1945. Job postings are specific to the Nevada System of Higher Education.

Posting Close Date

10/3/2026