Biological Sciences: Contract Instructor-College Credit

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Closing Date: 08/17/2026 Open Until Filled No Classification Title Biological Sciences: Contract Instructor-College Credit Working Title Biological Sciences: Contract Instructor College Credit Recruitment Limits Location San Diego Miramar College Pay Information

Step C, Class 1 - Class 6 ($6,933.44 - $8,849.03) per month based on the current AFT - College Faculty Tenured-Tenure Track Faculty Salary Schedule. Effective 7/1/2026 new hire placement will begin at Class 6.

Initial salary placement is commensurate with required education and related teaching experience as outlined in section A2.1 of the AFT Faculty Collective Bargaining Agreement and it is non-negotiable. SDCCD offers a comprehensive fringe benefit package including employer-paid medical, dental, vision plans, sick leave, and opportunities for professional development. This position is FLSA Exempt and may not accrue overtime. Benefits will be provided under the terms of the AFT-Guild, Local 1931 - Faculty Collective Bargaining Agreement. Annual Salaries will be recalculated for service less than a full academic year based on Education Code §87815, any required adjustment will be made within the first pay period. Travel reimbursement for interviewees traveling more than 200 miles, one-way, may be paid according to geographic location (see SDCCD Travel Stipend Policy, Rev 7/14/2011). The SDCCD Employment Web Page provides a link to employee collective bargaining agreements and handbooks, and more information about terms and condition (s) of employment to include salary and benefits.

Position Equivalent FTE:

1.0 FTE

Job Duration 10 Months Position Number: 011441 FLSA Status Exempt (does not accrue overtime) Bargaining Unit AFT/College Faculty Range (na) Position Type Academic Department Biology The Position

San Diego Miramar College, a student-ready college, invites all qualified candidates to apply for the position of Assistant Professor of Biology, with an anticipated start date in Spring 2027. Located in the Mira Mesa/Scripps Ranch area, Miramar College is one of four institutions within the San Diego Community College District. This full-time position requires 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, and may include day, evening, Saturday, and/or off-campus assignments. The selected candidate must be flexible and willing to adjust workdays and hours according to departmental needs.

San Diego Miramar College, a leader in providing student access and success, seeks candidates who are motivated by serving students in a college community and are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). We are a fast‐growing and innovative college with a freshly adopted focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion as we move into a new era. Recently designated as an emerging Minority Serving Institution (MSI) the College is committed to helping students access higher education and achieve success inside and outside the classroom.

The College is located in the Mira Mesa/Scripps Ranch area of San Diego and is one of four colleges/centers in the San Diego Community College District. Our student population of 25,387 [African American (6%), American Indian or Alaskan Native (<1%), Asian (14%), Filipino (3%), Hispanic/Latina/o/e/x (33%), Multiple Ethnicities (8%), Pacific Islander (<1%), White (34%), Unreported (2%)], is reflective of the diverse community we serve.

In addition to expertise in their field, San Diego Miramar College seeks applicants who possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities to support our diverse student populations. Additionally, candidates should be able to demonstrate ways they will develop tools and resources to better serve historically marginalized and minoritized populations. We strongly encourage candidates who possess the experience for the position, and who are student-centered and continue to demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) to best serve our student population.

Those who join our team at San Diego Miramar College can expect to be part of an inclusive, innovative, and equity-focused community that promotes broad collaboration among faculty, classified professionals, administration, students, and community and industry partners. We are proud of our commitment to create a socially just and responsive culture, host ethnically diverse speakers, and support various equity-focused professional development opportunities. Our college strives to ensure that students reach their full potential by eliminating gaps in academic outcomes that traditionally hinder students of color and disproportionately impacted students. In fact, the college's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion is encapsulated by our newly adopted Strategic Goal #5.

Miramar College Strategic Goal #5:

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) - Build an environment that embraces diversity, equity, inclusion, anti-racism, and social justice for the benefit of the college community.

Strategic Direction 1- Systematically update college processes, programs, and practices within a comprehensive equity framework for equity-minded practices in the workplace, the classroom, and support programs/services.

Strategic Direction 2- Establish comprehensive professional development for the campus community to increase capacity around and engage in equity, diversity, inclusion, social justice, and anti-racism.

Strategic Direction 3-Systematically review, develop and incorporate equity-minded practices in: 1) culturally responsive instructional pedagogy, 2) student-centered services, and 3) recruitment, screening, and retention of employees.

Applicants can review Miramar College's full strategic plan on Miramar College's: https://sdmiramar.edu/sites/default/files/2021-07/San_Diego_Miramar_College_Fall_2020-Spring_2027_Strategic_Plan.pdf

Major Responsibilities

• Teach introductory general and organismal biology courses to the standards of the department and college.
• Participate in biology department meetings and governance committees.
• Assist with curriculum revision and course/program assessments.
• Work collaboratively with all college faculty and staff.
• Maintain office hours and mentor/advise students.
• Mentor and advise students.
• Fulfill the responsibilities of a community college instructor in accordance with district policies and the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Qualifications

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

Desired Qualifications Equivalency

If you do not possess the exact degrees, or higher, listed above or if you anticipate receiving the required degree prior to the start of teaching classes, please complete a Request for Equivalency Form and attach it during the application process.

Foreign Degree:

Applicants with foreign degrees from colleges or universities outside of the United States must have their coursework evaluated by a professional association that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Academic Credentials Evaluation Institute, INC. (ACEI). A copy of the evaluation must be submitted with your online application.

Licenses/Certificates/Credentials: Commitment to Diversity:

All applicants must have demonstrated cultural competency and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and classified professionals.

EEO / Diversity / Nondiscrimination - Policies and Procedures Link: https://www.sdccd.edu/departments/human-resources/eeo-diversity/policies-and-procedures.aspx

Working Conditions

Favorable, usually involves an office

Special Instructions to Applicants:

San Diego Miramar College is piloting anonymous screening format as a means to minimize implicit bias in the screening of applications. The anonymous screening format of applications refers to the process of reviewing applications without revealing the personal information of the applicants, such as their name, gender, or other potentially biased details. This approach aims to eliminate unconscious biases, promoting fair and objective evaluation based solely on the experience of the applicants. By anonymizing applications, screening committees create a more inclusive and diverse hiring process.

To ensure consistency, fairness, and alignment with our commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA), please submit only the materials specifically requested in this posting (e.g., no personal photos, articles, etc.). Be sure to upload the required documents using the respective document name labels. Uploading extraneous materials, unless explicitly requested, may result in your application not being reviewed. Only complete application packets will be forwarded to the committee.

Application materials sent via mail, fax, or email will not be accepted. All correspondence, including interview invitations, will be communicated via email.

We are dedicated to maintaining the confidentiality of all inquiries, nominations, and applications in the strictest confidence, and we encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

• Complete online application, which includes all Supplemental Questions;
• Curriculum Vitae;
• List of Courses Taken (Use a computer-based software program to create a PDF of this table). Note: You are required to attach this document as the "List of Courses Taken" document as part of the application process. You may only upload a PDF file. Create a table listing all courses you have taken in biological sciences. Please use the following title for the columns of your table: a) Course Title & Number b) Academic quarter or semester taken c) Lower, upper, or grad level class d) Lecture and/or lab e) Grade received*;
• List of Courses Taught (Use a computer-based software program to create a PDF of this table.) Note: You are required to attach this document during the "List of Courses Taught" step of this application process. You may only upload a PDF file. Create a table listing all biological sciences courses you have TAUGHT from highest level to lowest level courses. Please use the following title for the columns of your table: a) Course Title & Number

b) Type of Institution where the course was taught, please only use HS, CC or 4-Yr, c) Number of semesters or quarters that you have taught each course, d) Instructor of Record or TA e) Mode of instruction (face-to-face, hybrid, online or lab) f) Name of the Institutions that the course was taught* g) Number of students in the class;

• List of Professional Development Activities. List up to 10 activities, including workshops, classes, and/or conferences that you completed post Master's degree. These should be related to teaching and learning in biology. Note: You are required to attach this document within the "Computer Table 1" step of this application process. Make this list with three columns headers: a) Name of activity, b) Length of time in participation, c) Highlight skills and/or knowledge you gained from these activities;
• Unofficial Undergraduate transcripts*;
• Unofficial graduate transcripts*; AND,
• References included within the online application.
• Equivalency Request (required if applicable).
• Foreign Degree Evaluation (required if applicable).
• Information will not be included with your application during the screening process. The information will only be reviewed before the interview process.

Tentative Timeline (Subject to Amendments)

1st Level in person interviews 10/15/2026 and 10/16/2026

Conditions of Employment:

SELECTED CANDIDATE IS REQUIRED TO COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING PRIOR TO EMPLOYMENT:

• Submit "official" college transcripts as stated on application (even if a degree is not a requirement for this position);
• Provide a Certificate of Tuberculosis Exam for initial appointment (Note: The certificate must be renewed every 4 years as a condition of continuing employment);
• Have fingerprints taken by a Live Scan computer at the District's expense (Clearance must be received prior to first day of employment);
• Present original documents for proof of eligibility to work in the United States as required by the I9 Employment Eligibility Verification form;
• Attend a new hire processing appointment in People, Culture, and Technology Services located at the District Administrative Offices; AND,
• Employed on an initial contract of one (1) year that is eligible for renewal annually for up to a subsequent one-year period.

EMPLOYMENT AFTER RETIREMENT

If you accept a contract (permanent) position with SDCCD and are a retired annuitant with CalPERS or CalSTRS, you must reinstate from your retirement system. Please reference the CalPERS or CalSTRS website for further information.

Additional Information:

Please note that an employee may be transferred to any site at the option of the Chancellor.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

SDCCD provides a comprehensive fringe benefit package for its full-time academic employees. The District contributes toward the cost of the premium (including dependent coverage) for the medical insurance plan options. Additional benefits include dental, vision, sick leave, vacation and opportunities for professional development. Contract employees become members of the State Teachers' Retirement System (STRS) upon appointment.

Posting Number AC01181 Indicate budget number(s)

Required & Optional Documents

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae
• List of Courses Taken (Refer to "Special Instructions" in Posting
• List of Courses Taught (Refer to "Special Instructions" in Posting
• List of Professional Development (Refer to "Special Instructions")
• Unofficial Transcript (Undergraduate)
• Unofficial Transcript (Graduate)

Optional Documents

• Equivalency Request (required if applicable)
• Foreign Degree Evaluation (required if applicable)

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • I understand that a COMPLETE application packet is required for consideration, which includes the following: 1) All required documents as listed in the special instructions 2) Responses to supplemental questions (clear and detailed responses are required as they will be carefully evaluated to determine the most qualified candidate(s) to be invited for an interview; please do not paste your resume, or put "see resume", or "N/A" or leave blank)

• Yes

• No

• • I understand that my responses to the application supplemental questions are heavily weighted during the application screening and evaluation process, and responses such as "N/A", "see resume", or no responses will result in deduction of points to my application.

• Yes

• No

• • We believe that the application and interview process should be a reflection of your skills, insights, and experiences, and we are looking to understand your unique qualifications for the role. I understand that responses ENTIRELY generated by Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools can result in disqualification from the application process.

• Yes

• No

• • Pick one item from your list of Professional Development Activities. Highlight skills and/or knowledge that you gained from this activity. Describe how you put it into practice in the classroom and how your students responded.

(Open Ended Question)

• • Describe how you have engaged in recent professional development related to DEI or culturally responsive teaching, and explain how you have applied this learning to improve your practice and support diverse learners.

(Open Ended Question)

• • Provide an example of a time you led or significantly contributed to the development and implementation of curriculum or instructional materials using current technologies. What was your role, and how did you assess its success?

(Open Ended Question)

• • Describe your experiences working collaboratively with colleagues, administrators and lab technicians. What actions do you take to create a collegial and supportive atmosphere?

(Open Ended Question)

• • Other than teaching, describe your experience with participatory governance, committee and/or department work, Student Learning Outcomes (SLO) and Program Review processes, and other activities that promote student success.

(Open Ended Question)

• • The San Diego Community College District has a very diverse student, faculty and classified professional population with respect to academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation and ethnic backgrounds. Describe your professional development, community involvement, and professional experience working with these diverse groups.

(Open Ended Question)