"Biology Instructor"

Instruction of biology courses including Anatomy and Physiology and General Biology. Other responsibilities and duties will include participating in Division-wide program and curriculum planning and assessment of student learning outcomes. Preparing instructional strategies and materials to meet the needs of the students including the revision, planning and development of courses and course delivery methods. Utilization of distance learning and online strategies will be encouraged. As an integral member of the Division, the individual is expected to develop effective collegial relationships, and work closely with students and local employers, and promote division programs and the College in general.

Minimum of a Master’s Degree in Biology, with graduate coursework in one of the following subfields is required: anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, zoology OR a Master’s degree in one of the above subfields. Candidates with a Master’s degree in a related field with 18 graduate credits hours in any of the above subfields may also be considered. A Ph.D. in one of the above subfields or a closely related field is preferred. A minimum of one year (or two semesters) of experience teaching Biology courses at the community college or lower division level is required. Anatomy and Physiology teaching experience preferred. Ability to identify and implement assessment of student learning strategies and practices. Ability to develop additional curriculum that can support the biology transfer program is highly preferred (course topics may include cell biology, human physiology, and human nutrition. Experience with the use of technology in the classroom and distance-learning techniques desired.