Biological Sciences Faculty; Molecular & Cellular Biology

Job Description Primary Responsibility

Full time faculty positions begin in July 2026 with a 30-credit hour (170 day contract per Board Policy 4.12) teaching load annually.

The successful candidate will teach a variety of lower-division biology courses such as General Biology I, Human Anatomy I and II, and Microbiology. This candidate will also be responsible for building and teaching two upper-division cell and molecular biology courses. Two-thirds of the expected teaching load will be taught at the Leadville campus (lower-division courses) and one-third at the Breckenridge campus (upper-division courses).

It is expected that this position will teach in a variety of modalities (in-person, asynchronous, remote synchronous, or hybrid) to meet the needs of our college system. Teaching in other disciplines may be an option. Candidates eligible to be credentialed in additional natural sciences may be given preference. Weekend and evening teaching may be required.

Teaching responsibilities expected of all faculty include teaching course load as assigned, evaluate courses and assess student learning, meet established course, program and learning outcomes, comply with guidelines and policies, maintain office hours per established standards, develop rapport with students, assist with and participate in advising, orientation and registration activities.

CMC Faculty are expected to engage in service activities such as campus and college committees, participation in relevant projects, mentor peers, participate in and assist with assessment activities, program review, student organization, recruiting and retention.

Qualified candidates must be credentialed to teach in this program, or eligible to be credentialed. Examples of ideal qualifications include:

• A minimum of a master's degree is required. A master's degree in biology or a related field, or a master's degree with a minimum of 18 graduate credits in Biology or a related field is strongly preferred. However, individuals possessing a master's degree with significant research and/or industry experience in cell and molecular biology are encouraged to apply. Higher education teaching experience is strongly preferred.
  
  Candidates who meet CMC credentialing standards in a secondary discipline (e.g., Physical Sciences) may be given preference.
• Welcoming. Innovative. Focused on Student Success. These principles reflect the soul of CMC. They guide us in building our teams, cultivating leaders, and expanding our approaches and mindset. They guide us to be an institution of higher education that's the right fit for every faculty member, staff, student, and community member in its trust. Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to working effectively with students, employees, and community members of all backgrounds.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) or conversational language abilities preferred.

To Apply:

Please submit the required letter of interest, resume, list of three professional references and transcripts. To be considered for a full-time faculty position, transcripts must be included with application material. Please do not send official transcripts; please use copies for application purposes. CMC is an EOE committed to diversifying its workforce.

Salary range: $79,902.51 - $97,321.19 annual salary depending upon a combination of education and experience. Benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Pet insurance, retirement contribution, tuition reimbursement, annual & sick time, mental health resources, healthy lifestyle benefits, affordable transitional housing may be available to the successful candidate based on eligibility and availability, relocation if applicable. CMC utilizes a wage progression compensation model that accounts for a candidate's skill and experience.

Although a salary range is listed, salary will be set commensurate with the successful candidate's qualifications and in compliance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act.

Position anticipated to close on February 16, 2026 or until filled.

Essential Duties

The following responsibilities and activities are listed in order to maintain consistency in the application of expectations and align job duties with evaluation and promotion procedures.

Teaching responsibilities expected of all faculty include; teaching course load as assigned, evaluate courses and assess student learning, meet established course, program and learning outcomes, comply with guidelines and policies, maintain office hours per established standards, develop rapport with students, assist with and participate in advising, orientation and registration activities.

CMC Faculty are expected to engage in scholarly and creative activities that enhance discipline expertise and enhance learning. Service activities such as campus and college committees, participate in relevant projects, mentor peers, participate in and assist with assessment activities, program review, student organization, recruiting and…