Instructor, Anatomy & Physiology/Biology (Full-Time)

Instructor, Anatomy & Physiology/Biology (Full-Time)

Salary

$5,404.00 Monthly

Location

COA - Elizabeth City, NC

Job Type

Full Time

Division

Arts and Sciences (DOL)

Department

Natural Sciences

Opening Date

07/06/2026

Closing Date

7/31/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

FLSA

Exempt

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

About COA:

College of The Albemarle, located in Elizabeth City, North Carolina, is the states first community college, founded in 1961. We strive to transform lives by inspiring and empowering individuals and communities of our seven-county service area. Through our four locations, we provide quality college transfer and career and technical education to residents in northeast North Carolina.

Description

College of The Albemarle invites applications from qualified individuals for the position of Full-Time Faculty. Full-time faculty are responsible for providing high-quality instruction, supporting student success, and participating in activities that advance the mission of the College. Faculty are expected to contribute to curriculum development, student advising, institutional service, and continuous improvement within their academic discipline.

This is a full-time, benefits-eligible position. Employment is contingent upon funding availability, Board approval, successful completion of the Colleges pre-employment process, and continued institutional need.

Faculty may be assigned courses at any College of The Albemarle campus, instructional site, online, or other approved instructional locations based on program needs. Teaching assignments may include day, evening, weekend, hybrid, or online courses, and travel throughout the Colleges service area may be required.

Location: Course: Date/Time: COA-Elizabeth City campus : A&P and BIO-111/112 (General Biology I & II)

Applicants must complete the online application in its entirety and upload unofficial copies of all applicable college transcripts. Official transcripts will be required prior to employment. This posting will remain open through the established recruitment period. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Submission of an application does not guarantee an interview or employment.

This position has been designated as a critical-fill vacancy. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, and the College reserves the right to close the posting and fill the position prior to the stated closing date upon identification of a qualified candidate.

FLSA: Faculty, Exempt

Salary based on experience.

9 Month position

The role of the Full-Time (FT) Instructor, Anatomy and Physiology is to provide knowledge in his/her field of expertise and to promote various student-centered learning activities that will stimulate an interest in critical thinking and a desire for life-long learning. Various teaching strategies, learning styles and delivery methods including new technology systems will be utilized to reach this goal.

The FT Instructor, Anatomy and Physiology receives supervision from the Department Chair, Natural Sciences.

Examples of Duties

• Implements college goals as related to instructional area.
• Prepares, teaches and evaluates assigned instructional courses.
• Teaches evening classes, classes at other campuses and/or off-site locations, distance education classes, Internet classes or hybrid classes based on instructional and/or staffing needs as required.
• Updates course syllabi to reflect changes.
• Develops supplemental teaching materials to augment courses.
• Implements new teaching strategies as appropriate
• Evaluates textbooks for relevancy, quality and currency, making recommendations as necessary per established policy.
• Maintains accurate records of students attendance and performance.
• Submits reports in accurate and timely manner.
• Participates in development of curriculum course schedule.
• Participates in planning to identify needed courses (current and future).
• Adheres to assigned teaching load/hours.
• Makes recommendations for assigned courses based on evaluation criteria/process.
• Makes recommendations for new courses per constraints of common course library and/or NCCCS guidelines.
• Integrates new technology in instructional delivery methods.
• Participates in development, implementation and evaluation of goals and objectives for instructional area of the college.
• Participates in development, implementation and evaluation of the activities and operations of the instructional area of the college.
• Participates in annual review of instructional program.
• Supplies information/data for the annual department budget based on stated goals.
• Adheres to/enforces policies and procedures related to academic area.
• Integrates teaching methods that are student-oriented/student-focused.
• Submits requests for instructional supplies as needed.
• Maintains a hazard-free environment and practices safety in the classroom.
• Provides guidance and advice to assigned student advisees.
• Registers advisees.
• Maintains weekly office hours per college guidelines or as designated by off-campus assigned location.
• Attends advisement workshops and remains current in new technologies regarding registration.
• Keeps students advised of their progress in class.
• Writes letters of recommendations for students on request if appropriate.
• Participates in student recruitment activities.
• Incorporates retention strategies to encourage students to stay in programs.
• Stays abreast of new developments and changes in academic field.
• Participates in professional development as appropriate, as related to instructional area, new teaching methods, new technology, and professional organizations (locally, statewide, and nationally).
• Requests funding necessary to participate in professional development activities.
• Assists with faculty recruitment, orientation and mentoring.
• Participates in activities that enhance the college mission.
• Participates in colleges Institutional Effectiveness Plan.
• Participates in Faculty Senate.
• Serves on Colleges standing committees and ad hoc committees as requested.
• Attends Fall Convocation, graduations and other College meetings as scheduled.
• Serves as advisor to student clubs or organizations as appropriate.
• Participates in administrative activities related to student admissions, progression and graduation, as requested.
• Adheres to colleges policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Typical Qualifications

Required:

• Masters degree in Anatomy/Physiology, or Masters degree in Biology with a concentration in Anatomy/Physiology, or Masters degree in a closely related field with 18 graduate semester hours of Anatomy/Physiology from a regionally accredited college or university.

Desired:

• Masters degree with 18 graduate semester hours of Anatomy/Physiology and 18 hours graduate semester hours of Biology from a regionally accredited college or university.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge of:

• The NCCCS community college system and COA, and a commitment to their mission.

Ability to:

• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Use a computer efficiently, especially standard office software.
• Demonstrate organizational and time management skills.

College of The Albemarle is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive learning and working environment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal or North Carolina law and COA policies.

Employment with College of The Albemarle is contingent upon the satisfactory results of background and reference checks.

College of The Albemarle does not provide work visa sponsorships. To be considered for employment, applicants must be permitted to legally work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies and employment questions may be directed to Human Resources | coa_hr@albemarle.edu

• State Health Plan
• NC Flex Supplemental Insurance Plans
• State Retirement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Holidays
• Sick Leave
• Flexible Shedule

01

Which of the following best describes your highest qualifying degree?

• Masters degree in Anatomy and Physiology
• Masters degree in Biology with a concentration in Anatomy and Physiology
• Masters degree in a closely related field
• Doctoral degree in Anatomy and Physiology, Biology, or a closely related field
• I do not possess one of the above degrees

02

If your masters degree is in a closely related field, do you have at least eighteen (18) graduate semester hours in Anatomy and/or Physiology from a regionally accredited college or university?

• Yes
• No
• Not Applicable (My masters degree is in Anatomy and Physiology or Biology with a concentration in Anatomy and Physiology.)

03

I understand this position is not a remote position and will require on-site presence at the COA-Elizabeth City campus in Elizabeth City, NC.

• Yes
• No

04

This is a nine (9) month faculty position with a minimum annual salary of $48636, depending on education and experience. Faculty are paid in twelve (12) equal monthly installments over the course of the year. If selected, would you be willing to accept employment under these terms?

• I understand and would accept employment under these terms.
• I understand but would not accept employment under these terms.

Required Question

Employer College of The Albemarle

Address PO Box 2327

Elizabeth City, North Carolina, 27906

Phone 252-335-0821 x 2388

Website https://www.albemarle.edu