"Full Time Instructor, Biology"

Full Time Instructor, Biology

Victor Valley College

Salary: $67,886.00 - $142,425.00 Annually

Job Type: Full-Time (Exempt)

Job Number: 2025-557 FTINBIOL09

Location: CA 92395, CA

Department:

Closing: 11/7/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

Basic Functions:

FIRST DATE OF REVIEW IS SCHEDULED FOR NOVEMBER 7, 2025

FAIR LABOR STANDARS ACT (FLSA) POSITION STATUS: EXEMPT

VOLUNTARY REASSIGNMENT WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR THE FIRST 7 WORKING DAYS (FULL TIME FACULTY ONLY), OCTOBER 7, 2025 AT 5:00 PM

This recruitment will be used to fill two positions

10 - Month Tenure Track Position

COMPENSATION:

Initial salary placement ranges from $67,886 to $106,308, based upon education and experience. The current faculty salary schedule includes five classes and twenty steps with a maximum annual salary of $142,425.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS - Comprehensive benefit package which includes:

• District paid medical, dental and vision insurance for the employee and dependents.
• District paid $50,000 life insurance policy for the employee.
• Participation in CalSTRS Teachers Retirement System.

For the most updated information please visit our benefits web page.

Representative Duties

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Teaching various courses in the Biology department.
• Working with other faculty in designing new laboratory activities and revising existing laboratory activities.
• Utilize state-of-the-art laboratory technology.
• Participating in program and curriculum development, student learning outcomes and assessment, as well as the department mission statement, master plan, and master plan updates.
• Teaching scheduled classes and performing related duties as assigned, including timely compliance with clerical and administrative responsibilities.
• Complying with District policies and procedures in the performance of all duties.
• Participating in staff development activities and keeping up with the latest news and developments in the biological sciences.
• Serving on area and college-wide committees as necessary to support and enrich the instructional program.
• Demonstrating sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socio-economic, cultural, disability and ethnic backgrounds of students and colleagues.
• Promoting the success of a diverse student population through careful preparation of course materials and effective teaching methodologies.
• Maintaining a visible presence on campus in order to be available to regularly and actively participate in department meetings, organizing biology major's club, and other activities.
• Providing critical feedback on all assignments.
• Participating in assessment, evaluation, and planning of student learning outcomes and program earning outcomes, program review, and curriculum development.

Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Master's in any biological science OR bachelor's in any biological science AND master's in biochemistry, biophysics, or marine science OR the equivalent.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Three (3) years of teaching experience in Biology preferred at Community College level.
• Experience teaching face-to-face and hybrid courses.
• Strong background in human biology is preferred.
• Experience working with cadavers is valued.

Must have sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

We will be using the guidelines set out by the Academic Affairs Division of the Chancellor's Office, California Community Colleges. The Minimum Qualifications for Faculty and Administrators in California Community Colleges handbook can be viewed at: Minimum Qualifications | California Community Colleges Chancellor's Office

If you have additional questions, please contact Human Resources directly at (760) 245-4271 Ext. 2500.

In addition, some specialized courses may require specific certificates (must meet minimum content requirements specified by outside/other agencies based on accreditation).

WORKING ENVIRONMENT: Office, classroom, lab and/or on-line environment. Position requires ability to communicate and exchange information. The assignment may include day, weekend, and/or evening classes on campus and/or at off campus locations. Position requires ability and schedule flexibility to accommodate active participation in College and Department Outreach Events such as College and Career Fairs and College and Community Presentations.

Knowledge and Abilities

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of college-level coursework in Biology
• Ability to use advanced technology in the classroom
• Ability to effectively communicate with and cooperate with others
• Ability to use Canvas or other LMS platforms
• Ability to interact with others (faculty, staff, students, administration)
• Knowledge of developing course syllabi
• Knowledge of fostering inclusive environments for student learning
• Knowledge of integrating accessible practices into course design and teaching strategies
• Knowledge and ability to teach and support students across multiple modalities including, online, hybrid, remote, HyFlex, and correspondence while maintaining engagement and accessibility.
• Knowledge and ability to maintain compliance with all third-party accrediting bodies by keeping required credentials, certifications, and regulatory standards current when applicable.
• Ability to work effectively in person through clear communication, collaboration, and adaptability in diverse professional settings.
• Demonstrated ability to remain current in one's discipline through ongoing professional development, research, and engagement with emerging trends and best practices.