Company Description:

Monroe Community College (MCC), a public institution in the Rochester, New York, region and a member of the State University of New York system, has built a legacy of innovation since its founding in 1961 and is widely regarded as a crown jewel of the community. MCC offers accessible, high-quality academic and workforce programs to a diverse population of learners.

With campuses in Brighton and Downtown Rochester, plus online options, MCC meets students where they are. The College serves more than 23,500 students-making it the second-largest SUNY community college-and leads the state in SUNY Reconnect enrollment.

Strong outcomes reflect MCC's impact: 87.7% of graduates are employed in New York State one year after graduation, and the College contributes $915 million annually to the regional economy. Guided by shared governance and a 10-member Board of Trustees, MCC partners closely with industry to meet workforce needs and support regional economic growth.

Please Note: Selected candidates must be New York State residents, even if the position you are selected for supports our employees and/or students in a partially or fully remote capacity.

Job Description:

Function of Position:

Adjunct faculty prepare and teach courses in the department, develop new educational materials, and assist with the assessment of student learning, as appropriate. Classes may be assigned for the Brighton and/or Downtown Campus, extension site, or an online, remote, or hybrid modality, as needed. Adjunct faculty report to the chairperson of the Biology Department. The successful candidate will bring a passion for teaching and a desire to support and mentor MCC students as they pursue educational and career goals.

Examples of Duties and Responsibilities:

Demonstrates and maintains current subject area knowledge
Teaches courses and evaluates student performance in a variety of human-based biology courses as per guidelines set by the department and the College

Teaches course(s)/section(s), as outlined by the contract and as available

Prepares lesson plans and creates instructional materials and activities for student engagement

Prepares Course Information Sheet/Syllabus in accordance with department and College guidelines

Establishes and maintains an engaging and supportive classroom environment

Maintains student attendance records, grades, and other records according to department and College guidelines and submits them in a timely manner

Assists department with student retention and completion initiatives

Develops innovative teaching pedagogies to facilitate learning

Incorporates high-impact teaching practices into course design, as appropriate

Actively engages in pedagogical and academic discipline professional development

Demonstrates excellent time management skills and the ability to multitask and prioritize workflow

Performs other duties and responsibilities assigned by the department chair, as appropriate

MCC Expectations:

Adheres to the College Code of Conduct.
Contributes to, supports, and maintains an equitable, inclusive, and collaborative College environment.
Maintains technological competencies utilized by the College.
Commits to the philosophy of a comprehensive community college.
Commits to professional growth. which includes seeking ongoing training in diversity, equity and inclusion to better serve students.

Requirements:

Job Requirements:

Required Qualifications:

Earned master's degree or higher (or 16 graduate credit hours) in a Biological Science or related field from a regionally-accredited higher education institution
Ability to teach human based courses in-person for the department
Evidence of effective communication skills (interpersonal, speaking, and writing)
Commitment to supporting an inclusive environment on campus and in the classroom
Evidence of respect for and understanding of people with diverse backgrounds, abilities, and needs
Evidence of commitment to the philosophy of a comprehensive community college
Evidence of proficiency with technology
Experience and/or interest in developing and teaching online courses
Commitment to continued professional growth

Preferred Qualifications:

Teaching experience
Knowledge of, or experience in, implementing a variety of teaching strategies
Awareness of the potential value of technology as a tool for teaching
Experience with computerized student record management
Bilingual and able to read, write, and speak Spanish, or other languages, proficiently

Additional Information:

Pay Rate for Fall 2026 & Spring 2027: Determined by adjunct rank and ranges from $1,253- $1,528 per contact hour.

Prohibition of Remote Work Outside New York State: Remote work locations outside New York State are not authorized by the College due to out-of-state tax and regulatory implications. In limited circumstances, prompted by business or operational needs, the College may approve requests to work remotely outside of New York State, on a short-term, temporary basis.

Monroe Community College prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, familial status, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, marital status, veteran status, domestic violence, victim status, criminal conviction, or any other characteristic or status protected by state or federal laws or College policy in admissions, employment, and treatment of students and employees, or in any aspect of the business of the College.

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Monroe Community College is seeking a pool of qualified applicants for possible temporary part-time faculty teaching assignments. These positions are filled on an as-needed basis and are on-going recruitment efforts. Adjunct pools are open continuously, and applicants are contacted/hired year-round for assignments based on college needs. Those applicants that are selected to move forward with the recruitment process will be contacted to set up an interview.

Application Instructions:

Interested applicants must apply online and create an account by clicking the APPLY NOW tab.

Returning applicants may login to their Monroe Community College Careers Account to apply for this position. See the FAQ page for guidance using our online system. Please contact us if you need assistance applying through this website.

Applicants MUST submit the following documents* to be considered for this position:

Resume/CV
Cover Letter
Transcripts*

*Official transcripts will be required upon employment. Applicants with foreign degrees must submit a completed credential evaluation comparing their foreign academic accomplishments to standards in the U.S.

Please note: As part of the application process all applicants will be asked to provide the contact information for 3 professional references. References will only be contacted after interviews have occurred and only for applicants who are considered as finalists for the opportunity they applied to.

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