Part-Time Instructor Pool - Biological Sciences Specialization on Biomedical Sciences

Salary: $82.33 - $115.20 Hourly

Job Type: PT Credit Faculty

Job Number: 12-2024-PP-1

Closing: Continuous

Location: Santa Barbara, CA

Department: Biological Sciences/Enviro Studies

Basic Functions

Essential Functions of Position

Provide quality instructions, create and maintain an environment which emphasizes teaching and learning and encourages free discussion of ideas, interests and issues.

Primary duties of part-time faculty members are related to curriculum and teaching; the assignment is divided between lecture and lab classes as determined by the department. Part-Time instructional faculty are required to be available to students outside of class.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Laboratory experience in human anatomy that includes work with cadavers.
• Experience in teaching human anatomy and physiology concepts at the undergraduate level.
• Competent use of computer, multimedia equipment, and software to foster innovative teaching and learning environments that increase student success and enrich departmental programs.
• Commitment to pedagogies that consider various learning styles and diverse cultural, ethnic, gender, socioeconomic, academic, and disability backgrounds.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

• Teaching experience in anatomy, physiology, and general biology utilizing instructional strategies that promote inclusivity and thus facilitate student learning.
• Laboratory expertise in Human Physiology and familiarity with computer-based physiology programs such as Biopac.
• Experience in developing distance education courses and teaching in an online format.
• Demonstrated experience using strategies and methods that enhance student learning and success.
• Knowledge of and experience using Student Learning Outcomes to support student learning.

Part-Time Faculty Salary

The starting credit part-time faculty rate from salary table 11 is $102.90 per hour-Lecture and $82.33 per hour-Lab. If you have a doctorate degree, the rate is $107.87 per hour-Lecture and $86.30 per hour-Lab.

Education and Experience

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Candidates must possess the minimum qualifications for the discipline as approved by the California Community Colleges Board of Governors and defined in the Minimum Qualifications for Faculty and Administrators in California Community Colleges handbook.

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. A combination of education and other accomplishments that is equivalent to the above. (If claiming equivalency, attach a separate statement that presents the basis for this claim and submit supporting evidence, e.g., transcripts, publications and other work products.) OR Possession of a lifetime California Community College Instructor Credential in Biological Sciences AND a Master's degree.

AND Evidence of a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, culture, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and staff.

Knowledge and Abilities

REQUIRED APPLICATION DOCUMENTS:

(The following required documents must be submitted electronically via the online application system.)

• Online District Application form at https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/sbcc
• Cover letter addressing the applicant's experience and the desirable qualifications listed in this announcement.
• CV or Resume.
• Within the online application is a required supplemental question on diversity. The committee will be reviewing your answer as part of the screening process. Please take your time and answer the question thoroughly
• Copy of an unofficial college/university transcript, which verifies minimum qualifications. Transcripts must show the degree title and the date the degree was conferred or the degree will not be considered for the purpose of determining if you meet minimum qualifications. If the qualifying degree has yet to be conferred and you expect to have the degree before you begin employment, you must submit transcripts that state the title of the degree you are working toward obtaining and indicate the anticipated completion date in your response to the associated supplemental question provided during the application process. Diplomas will not be accepted in lieu of transcripts. An official copy of your transcripts will be required upon being hired. Instructors will not be allowed to start working until official transcripts have been received.
• If claiming equivalency, attach a separate statement in the "Documents Needed To Apply" section entitled "Equivalency" in the online application. The statement presents the basis for this claim and submit supporting evidence, e.g. transcripts, publications, other documents. Instructions for Completing Equivalency Documentation