Adjunct Biological Sciences; Anatomy & Physiology Instructor

Antelope Valley College invites applications for our adjunct (Temporary, part-time) faculty applicant pool for the following Biological Sciences discipline.

• Instruct students in the assigned discipline.
• Assignment may include teaching courses during the day, evening, and/or off-campus sites.

• Most current Minimum Qualifications for Faculty in California Community Colleges: 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.
• Antelope Valley College Equivalency: No Antelope Valley College Equivalency.
• AND a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students (Assembly Bill; Education Code).

• A specialization in Anatomy and Physiology as evidenced by relevant coursework in one or both fields.
• Previous community college or college level teaching experience, including graduate teaching assistantships in anatomy and physiology.
• Knowledge of and experience with current anatomy laboratory materials and methods that includes the use of animal and cadaver specimens.
• Laboratory experiences that demonstrate knowledge of current methods used in designing and teaching hands-on human and animal physiology experiments, including the ability to use a variety of equipment for the acquisition and analysis of physiological data.
• Knowledge in developing and implementing innovative teaching methods, including inquiry-based learning into the curriculum, is highly desired.

Antelope Valley Community College District (AVC) is committed to employing administrators, faculty, and staff members who are dedicated to student success. AVC recognizes that diversity in the academic environment fosters cultural awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for all students. AVC is committed to hiring processes that support equal opportunity, diversity, and provide equitable consideration for all candidates as required in federal and state laws and regulations.