Part-time Faculty Pool Anatomy Instructor

Monterey Peninsula College (MPC) invites applications for a part‑time instructor position in Biological Sciences. The instructor will work in the Monterey campus and/or the Marina Education Center under the supervision of the area dean and department.

The instructor will provide instruction in accordance with course descriptions, outlines, class schedules, and governing board policy; evaluate student progress; and perform other instructional duties as assigned.

• Meet each scheduled class and conduct learning exercises.
• Arrange for unavoidable absences with the appropriate division chair or administrator in advance.
• Provide written information to each student at the beginning of the course, including grading system and evaluation criteria.
• Accurately keep required class records on attendance, withdrawal and grading.
• Submit all necessary reports such as attendance and grade reports, roll books, and class information sheets, certifying their accuracy.
• Comply with all institutional policies and procedures.
• Pay careful attention to all bulletins, memorandums and emails from administrative offices.
• Check faculty mailbox and MPC email frequently.
• Demonstrate sensitivity to the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation and ethnic backgrounds of students and staff.

• Master’s degree in any biological science OR
• Bachelor’s degree in any biological science AND Master’s degree in biochemistry, biophysics, or marine science OR
• California Community College Teaching Credential in an applicable discipline OR
• The equivalent. Equivalency forms must be submitted for consideration.

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Transcripts (unofficial copies showing all undergraduate and graduate coursework; official copies required at hire)
• Equivalency Form (optional, if minimum qualifications are not met)

Please do not upload any items not listed above (such as letters of recommendation), as they will not be forwarded to the hiring committee.

Teaching assignments are part‑time and temporary. The District retains the right of assignment. Assignments are subject to governing board approval, adequate enrollment size, and assignment to a contract instructor.

Offer and assignment of employment is subject to verification of all information provided on the employment application, credentials, transcripts, TB clearance, and fingerprint check as required.

Monterey Peninsula College actively seeks a diverse pool of applicants interested in working in an environment that values flexibility, openness to change, collaboration, respect for others, and involvement in college activities, all with the goal of meeting the needs of our diverse student population. The District does not discriminate on the basis of ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, age, or other protected characteristics.

The District is an equal‑opportunity employer. No person shall be denied employment because of ethnicity or race, color, sex, gender identity, age, religion, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, medical conditions, status as a Vietnam‑era veteran, ancestry, or political or organizational affiliation.