Biology; Anatomy​/Physiology Emphasis Instructor; PT

Position: Biology (Anatomy/Physiology Emphasis) Instructor (PT)
GENERAL OVERVIEW OF POSITION:

Solano Community College is actively seeking highly qualified applicants for part-time adjunct anatomy and/or physiology teaching positions in the biology department. The successful candidate, meeting the minimum qualifications outlined below, will be responsible for teaching various areas of chemistry. Assignments will be available in the fall, spring, and summer terms. The ideal candidate can demonstrate a wide range of teaching strategies to facilitate effective student learning.

As we actively recruit, we are particularly interested in experienced professionals with expertise in cadaver-based anatomy, lab based human physiology, and related areas. In your cover letter, please highlight your specific areas of expertise and take the time to familiarize yourself with the Biology courses offered in our college catalog.

Welcome

Solano Community College values the diversity of our community and is committed to honoring and empowering all of our students. We are seeking highly-motivated applicants who excel in their chosen fields and are committed to working with the students from our communities. We invite student-oriented applicants who provide culturally responsive teaching, use a strength-based approach centered on students and are committed to continuous improvement of instructional effectiveness.

Solano Community College District is a single college district that serves one of the most ethnically and racially diverse counties in California. Located on the ancestral lands of the Patwin people, Solano Community College's Fairfield campus is in the heart of Suisun Valley midway between San Francisco and Sacramento. We also serve students at two centers in Vallejo and Vacaville, at Travis Air Force Base, and at three correctional facilities.

Our many innovative programs are supported by state-of-the-art facilities, including a brand-new library and learning center.

Students who attend Solano Community College are dedicated, persistent, and remarkable individuals who deserve the best opportunities a community college can provide. Our students come from both urban and rural backgrounds, from the military, and other diverse backgrounds. We serve students who represent the following cultures Asian American (6%), Black/African American (13%), Filipino/a/x (10%), Hispanic/Latino/a/x (33%), Pacific Islanders (1%), and, White Non-Hispanic (24%).

We seek candidates who embrace our community, our student population and who have an unwavering commitment to equity, especially the elimination of barriers to college access, success, and completion.

Solano Community College is committed to applying promising practices in support of diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility (DEIA). We are cultivating a supportive and inclusive environment for all faculty, staff, and students.

We invite you to join us on our journey to provide equitable and anti-racist education honoring and empowering the students of Solano Community College.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT:

The Biology Department is part of the Mathematics and Science Division of Solano Community College. Become part of a highly-motivated and collaborative biology department whose experienced faculty are eager to help new instructors succeed. Our anatomy and physiology instructors use state-of-the-art human cadaver dissection labs to prepare students for rewarding careers in the health-sciences.

We want instructors who care about students, about pedagogy, and the future of our community. We are looking for an individual willing to take risks to achieve those goals.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

This position requires the ability to teach human cadaver-based anatomy and/or human physiology. The successful candidate will be able to teach human anatomy (BIO
4) lecture and laboratory courses for pre-professional (mostly pre-nursing) students. The laboratory includes the extensive use and dissection of human cadavers and substantial examination of prepared histology slides. Human physiology (BIO
5) requires the in-depth understanding of human anatomy taught in the BIO 04 course. The successful candidate may teach all related department curriculum over the course of their career depending on their biology knowledge and teaching strengths. The successful candidate will work collegially with other faculty in the department and the district and is expected to develop the use of technology, equitable teaching practices, and active learning strategies in the classroom.

The candidate will provide instruction at the Fairfield campus and other District locations, including (but not limited to) the Vacaville Center and the Vallejo Center. Teaching assignments may include evening and weekend hours in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement and College and School policies.

In your cover letter, please address any specific areas of expertise.

WORK ENVIROMENT:

The recommended candidate(s) will work in a small office or larger room with multiple people, in a primarily sedentary…