[POOL] PT Faculty, Biological Sciences

Complete all administrative tasks associated with teaching a course: assign and grade student work, establish reasonable communication with students, report student attainment of course outcomes, maintain student records, comply with college policies and processes related to teaching workload.

Keep abreast of development in subject area and educational technology, innovative teaching techniques, and continuously strive for professional improvement.

Establish and maintain opportunities for reasonable and consistent out-of-class contact with students.

Assure that lab equipment is appropriately used, following all safety protocols and procedures. Verify that all equipment is accounted for at the end of each laboratory section.

Exemplify and promote the mission of LBCC .

Connect students to college support services and resources to promote student success and retention. Maintain reasonable communication with college support services to this end.

Work effectively with students and staff of various cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds and ages. Promote both a classroom environment and a curriculum of equity and inclusivity.

Interact with supervisors, colleagues, and staff as part of a team.

Participate as assigned in occasional department and advisory meetings.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

Physical ability to stand for extended periods of time, to kneel, stoop, and lift lightweight objects. Sufficient arm, hand, and finger dexterity to operate laboratory equipment, and to handle chemicals and cultures. Requires normal hearing and speaking skills to communicate with staff and students. Requires visual acuity to read numbers, words and operate lab equipment. Job duties require considerable standing; kneeling, stooping, and crouching plus lifting of light to medium weight (10-50 pounds).

Work is performed indoors in a classroom or lab environment, with potential for some exposure to lab chemicals.

Education and Experience

Master’s degree in biological sciences or related field, OR a master’s degree in another field and a minimum of 27 graduate quarter (or 18 semester) hours in the primary field to be taught; OR equivalency.

Click here for the related fields and equivalency document.

Provisional: bachelor’s degree plus 27 graduate quarter hours in the above field(s) AND in active pursuit of master’s degree or doctorate. Applicants hired under this qualification will be approved to teach in a provisional capacity until proof of completion of the minimum qualifications is provided to the college.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

N/A

Employment Requirement
Criminal Background Check - C4

Applicant Instructions:

Applications submitted to this recruitment pool are reviewed on an as needed basis. Qualified applicants will be contacted when positions become available.

In addition to completing the online application, applicants must attach the following documents when applying:

1. Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2. Unofficial Academic Transcript showing qualifying degree.
   
   

Transcripts from institutions outside of the United States must be accompanied by an international credential agency evaluation. Click here for a list of agencies who perform this service.

U.S. Veterans must attach proof of Veteran Status to their application to qualify for veteran’s consideration .

Resources and Tips for Applicants:

• View information about Accessibility in Recruitment and disability accommodations at Linn-Benton Community College at this link.

Special Notes to Applicants:

Collective Bargaining Unit Information:
This position is represented by the Part-time Faculty Association .

• To read the current Part-time Faculty Association Agreement, please click here.
  
  

Salary and Compensation Information:
Courses are paid on a per-credit basis. New Part-time Faculty begin at Step 1 of the pay scale, with steps being “rolled” once per term, if eligible.

• View the 26/27 Academic Year Part-Time Salary Schedule at this link .
  • Table 1 illustrates the cost per credit for each step on the pay scale. Instructors new to the College typically start at the rate listed in column 1.
  • Table 3 illustrates the compensation per hour for meetings, training, advising, curriculum development, or other related work.

Additionally, please note:

• As a condition of employment, all new employees are required to be compensated via direct deposit.
• Offers of employment are contingent on the applicant having Oregon residency at the time work commences.
• Terms and conditions of employment are subject to the terms outlined in the LBCC Administrative Rules and Board Policies .
• Employment is subject to completion of a post-offer criminal background check.
• Linn-Benton Community College does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security’s Form I-9 confirming authorization to work in the United States of America.
  
  

Linn-Benton Community College is a Fair Chance employer committed to inclusive hiring practices.
We welcome applications from individuals with a broad range of lived experiences, including those who have been involved with the justice system. If you are selected as a finalist, a conditional job offer will be contingent upon the successful completion of job-related pre-employment checks. These may include a background check, sex offender registry checks, motor vehicle history check, civil records checks, or other relevant screenings. Please note that background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check process, please reach out to Human Resources at mercerh@linnbenton.edu

LBCC is an Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer.

Posting Number:
0601251-NC

Posting Date:
07/01/2026

Closing Date:

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * LBCC requires all employees to maintain a primary physical residence within the State of Oregon. Remote work is not available to individuals residing outside Oregon. If you are currently located out-of-state, are you willing to relocate to Oregon before your work assignment begins?
   • I am currently a resident of the State of Oregon
   • Yes - I am willing to relocate to the State of Oregon if I am offered the position
   • No - I am only interested in remote work
2. * The College is unable to support employment-based visa sponsorship (e.g., H-1B). Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for a work visa?
   • Yes - I will need future work sponsorship for a work visa
   • No - I will not need future work sponsorship for a work visa

Required Documents
Required Documents

1. Academic Transcript
2. Resume or CV Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Academic Transcript 2
3. Academic Transcript 3
4. Veteran Status Documentation
5. List of 3 Professional References