Temporary, Part-Time Instructor (Biology/Anatomy)

Peralta Community College District; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a passionate and knowledgeable part-time faculty member in Biology. This role offers the opportunity to inspire students and contribute to their academic journey in a dynamic and diverse environment. With a focus on cultural competency and understanding of various backgrounds, you will play a vital role in shaping the future of students in the biological sciences. The position offers competitive hourly compensation, and you will be part of a supportive community dedicated to educational excellence. If you are committed to fostering an inclusive learning experience, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Sick leave

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Biological Science required, or equivalent qualifications.
• Cultural competency and sensitivity to diverse backgrounds are essential.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in Biology as a part-time faculty member.
• Engage with a diverse student body and foster an inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Cultural competency

Sensitivity to diverse backgrounds

Education

Master’s Degree in Biological Science

Bachelor’s Degree in Biological Science

Master’s Degree in Biochemistry, Biophysics, or Marine Science

Job description

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply for this Job link/button.

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

THE DISTRICT MAY FILL MORE THAN ONE OPENING FOR QUALIFIED APPLICANTS.

EQUIVALENCY PROCEDURE

Applicants who do not meet the minimum qualifications as stated in the job announcement but believe they possess the equivalent must submit an Equivalency Application Form including full supporting documentation. All non-U.S transcripts must be evaluated by an evaluation and translation service in order to be reviewed for equivalency.

Note: Denial by the Equivalency Committee is final and cannot be re-opened for this announced position.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

1. Required documents will include:

• Current resume of experience, formal education/training and qualifications.
• Copies of supporting credentials, if applicable.
• Copies of transcripts from fully accredited college or university institutions. (This means we do not need official copies. Please do not mail or fax transcripts. Please do not have your college send us your transcripts. You must scan your transcripts and upload them to your application.)

Copies of diplomas will not substitute for transcripts. This means do not upload diplomas to your application, we only need conferred transcripts.

A MINIMUM OF A MASTER'S DEGREE MUST BE CONFERRED WHEN THE APPLICATION IS SUBMITTED.

THIS ALSO MEANS THAT IF YOUR Ph.D IS NOT YET COMPLETE, DO NOT SUBMIT UNLESS YOU ALSO SUBMIT YOUR CONFERRED MASTER'S TRANSCRIPT. ALL TRANSCRIPTS MUST INCLUDE A CONFER DATE.

Note: A written evaluation by an official foreign credentials/transcripts evaluation and translation service must be submitted for Foreign Degree(s) (non-U.S. degrees) by the application deadline date.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Employees must satisfy all pre-employment requirements to work for the District, which include, but are not limited to, the following items:

1. Tuberculosis Examination: Prior to employment, the successful candidate will be required to submit evidence (either skin test or X-ray report) of being free of tuberculosis within the past sixty (60) days.
2. Fingerprinting Requirement: As a condition of employment, all employees working for community colleges in the State of California are required to be fingerprinted within the first ten (10) working days of the date of employment.
3. Immigration Requirement: According to the Immigration Reform and Control Act, the Peralta Community College District is required to verify that all new employees are:

• A citizen or national of the United States;
• An alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence in the United States; or
• An alien authorized by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service to work in the United States.

Position Information

Job Title: Temporary, Part-Time Faculty - Biology

Compensation: Ranges from $69.65 - $116.27/hour. Salary placement based on education, experience, and other provisions outlined in the District's agreement with the Peralta Federation of Teachers.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Possession of a Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university in any Biological Science.
2. OR
3. Possession of a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in any Biological Science AND a Master’s Degree in Biochemistry, Biophysics or Marine Science.
4. OR May submit a fully satisfied lifetime California Community College Instructor Credential authorizing service to teach courses in Biology.
5. OR The equivalent qualifications.

Applicant must have demonstrated cultural competency, sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college staff, faculty, and students.

Benefits Information

The Peralta Community College District offers a number of voluntary fringe benefits to temporary, part-time faculty, including the ability to subscribe for medical and dental insurance in the District’s group coverage program and sick leave under certain conditions.

The Peralta Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.