POOL PT Faculty, Biological Sciences

Job Summary

This posting is for a pooled position. Application submissions for “[ POOL ]” positions are accepted on an ongoing basis to ensure a continuous and ready pool of qualified candidates for immediate review when a need arises. If/when a position becomes available, the College will review applications from this pool and interview candidates whose qualifications best match the specific opening. Applicants must reapply to the pool annually to maintain their active status in the pool.

The Biological Sciences Department at LBCC offers a wide range of courses, including majors and non‑majors in biology, human anatomy and physiology, microbiology, nutrition, and wildlife conservation. The biological sciences instructor must develop, plan, and present organized lectures, laboratory activities, and out‑of‑class assignments in accordance with approved course outlines. Some courses adhere to curriculum, labs, and assignments developed by the department.

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.

Master of Science (M.S.) degree in a biological science field, or a Master’s degree in another field and a minimum of either 27 graduate quarter hours or 24 graduate semester hours in biological sciences.

• Related fields include, but are not limited to, nutrition, medicine, biochemistry, and education.
• 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.
• Prefer recent teaching experience in a community college or university setting.
• Working knowledge of computer software and Learning Management Systems preferred.
• Experience with different modalities of instruction, including synchronous and asynchronous online learning preferred.
• Expertise or experience in teaching from a social justice perspective preferred.
• Prefer teaching experience in a community…