AY26 - Biological Sciences Instructor, Anatomy/Biology Emphasis
AY26 - BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES INSTRUCTOR, ANATOMY/BIOLOGY-EMPHASIS
Position Announcement
Full-time, probationary (tenure-track) C Basis
Deadline to File: June 11, 2026
Issue Date: April 29, 2026
INTRODUCTION:
The Los Angeles Community College District (LACCD) announces an opening for a biological sciences instructor at Los Angeles Valley College (LAVC). LAVC is a two-year community college located in the heart of the San Fernando Valley and is one of nine colleges in the Los Angeles Community College District. Serving more than 20,000 students from diverse socio-economic backgrounds, LAVC provides strong transfer, transitional, and career educational programs and is committed to student success. The College works closely with local secondary institutions to assist high school students in their transition to higher education and maintains strong ties to the business community by providing highly respected training programs that meet the direct needs of local employers. The College offers more than 200 credit and noncredit programs, including 29 associate degrees for transfer, one bachelor's degree program, and many short-term certificates. LAVC is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges and is a Hispanic-Serving Institution.
DEPARTMENT:
The Department of Biological Sciences at LAVC consists of 14 full-time faculty members, approximately 15 adjunct faculty and four staff. It is one of the largest biological sciences departments in the Los Angeles Community College District. Members of the department are innovative and collaborative and fully committed to offering an exceptional learning environment for our diverse student population.
LOS ANGELES VALLEY COLLEGE'S COMMITMENT STATEMENT:
As our nation confronts the challenges of systemic racism and the status quo of social injustice, LAVC recognizes that by virtue of our position as an institution of higher education and our role in the community, we have the opportunity and the obligation to be an agent of change in addressing these issues. In response to the uprising and racial reckoning of summer 2020, LAVC began its journey towards being an antiracist institution and reaffirmed our dedication to working towards equity and social change. Beyond this initial step, we recognize that being antiracist is an ongoing process. We affirm our commitment to consistent action to bring about change.
We join in the LACCD commitment: 'As an organization founded on educational excellence, opportunity and access, and dedicated to the principles of equity, justice and community, the Los Angeles Community College District (LACCD) must lead by example and make structural and permanent change to root out the ill effects of racism and bias from our classrooms and our workplace.'
JOB DESCRIPTION:
LAVC is seeking a dynamic tenure-track full-time faculty member who has extensive knowledge and experience teaching Anatomy and Biology. The department wants to welcome a team member who fulfils faculty obligations, demonstrates commitment to the biological sciences discipline, contributes innovative ways to enhance the student learning experience both in and out of the classroom, and promotes student retention and success in their academic pathways. The assignment may consist of day, evening and/or weekend classes to be taught in-person, and may include off campus, high school dual enrollment, hybrid, and online courses. This is a ten-month appointment; however, additional summer and winter assignments may be available.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Teaching the regular load, as defined by the collective bargaining agreement, of anatomy and biology courses and holding regular office hours;
- Planning, developing, and implementing course curricula, as well as updating course materials and course outlines of record;
- Contributing to the development and assessment of student learning outcomes;
- Cultural responsiveness in interactions with students, faculty, staff, and community members;
- Completing and submitting required documents in a timely manner;
- Participating in mandated projects, such as Program Review;
- Participating in department and campus committees and activities;
- Participating in professional development and maintaining current knowledge in discipline;
- Performing other academic duties and responsibilities as assigned.
REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Master's Degree in Biological Science; OR
- Bachelor's degree in Biological Science AND a Master's degree in biochemistry, biophysics, or marine science; OR
- The equivalent; AND
- Demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
- Possession of excellent knowledge that indicates a strong background in anatomy and biology;
- Experience teaching anatomy and biology courses in a community college or other college setting;
- Commitment to maintaining a current knowledge of recent developments in biological sciences and teaching skills through professional development;
- Experience or interest in web enhancing and/or teaching online courses and ability to use technology;
- Commitment to execute extracurricular responsibilities within the department and college;
- Ability to set specific learning outcomes and objectives and measure achieved results;
- Success at initiating, executing and following up of projects in a timely manner;
- Commitment to a successful career in a diverse, student-centered department and college;
- Sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college faculty, staff, and students, including those with physical or learning disabilities as it relates to differences in learning styles;
- Ability to create a safe and welcoming environment for all students, including those with diverse sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions;
- Experience with best practices in tutoring and teaching related to student success and equity;
- Excellent oral and written communication skills;
- Excellent organizational skills;
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with various academic departments and service areas at the college;
- Other duties as assigned;
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
The current starting range is from $76,960 to $143,000 for the ten-month academic year depending on education and experience. The Ph.D. differential is $4,870 per academic year. The district provides an excellent benefits package including medical, vision, dental, and life insurance to the employee and eligible dependents. See LACCD's Health Benefits website for more information.
FILING AN APPLICATION:
All interested persons must submit:
1. Complete an application at: https://laccd.csod.com/ats/careersite/search.aspx?site=6&c=laccd
2. A current resume or CV
3. A cover letter (no more than two pages) that includes a statement of teaching philosophy and addresses the job duties and desirable qualifications as detailed in this announcement
4. Legible copies of unofficial transcripts for bachelor's, masters and/or advanced degrees and any other post-secondary coursework completed. If applicant is selected for an interview, official transcripts will be required at the time of interview. Foreign degrees will need to be evaluated by an approved foreign evaluation agency. A listing of agencies can be retrieved from the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing: http://www.ctc.ca.gov/credentials/leaf1ets/c1635.pdf.
5. Contact information (name, titles, email addresses, and phone numbers) for three recent professional references.
All required documentation must be filed electronically no later than 4:30 p.m. June 11, 2026. Faxed, emailed, or mailed items will not be accepted.
If you have questions regarding the application process, please contact:
Tom Aduwo
If you have questions regarding the position, please contact:
Sara Huang, Chair of Biological Sciences
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