Biology Faculty; Microbiology

Job Title:

Biology Faculty (Microbiology) – Phoenix College

Location:

Phoenix College

Full/Part Time:
Full-Time

Regular/Temporary:
Regular

Salary Range: $51,774 – $99,672/annually, DOE

Job

Work Calendar: 9 Months

Grade: 001

Campus Statement:
Situated in central Phoenix, Arizona, Phoenix College (PC) welcomed its inaugural class of students on September 13, 1920. A comprehensive community college with over 17,000 students and more than 150 degree and certificate programs, including two bachelor’s degrees, Phoenix College embraces a student-centered approach to ensure quality teaching and learning. PC is a designated Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and is nationally recognized with the Seal of Excelencia.

In 2025, PC was named as one of the top 16 community colleges in the nation as a Most Promising Place to Work by the National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development (NISOD). Join our top-tier faculty and staff as we innovate and lead in higher education.

Benefits Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) is committed to providing a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that supports our employees’ and their families’ health and well-being. Therefore, the MCCCD benefits support every stage of life and are designed to meet the diverse needs of our community. Explore the wide range of benefits and perks available to eligible employees at MCCCD:

• Nationwide Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Paid Time Off:
  Vacation, Sick Leave, and Personal Time
• 20 Paid Observed Holidays
• Company-paid Life Insurance, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability plans, with the option to purchase supplemental coverage
• Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Pension, including Long Term Disability and Retiree Health Insurance with 100% employer-matching contributions
• Optional Retirement Plans: 403(b), 457(b), Roth 403(b), Roth 457(b)
• Tuition Reimbursement for employees and dependents
• Annual Professional Development Funding
• Flexible Work Schedules

Employee Health & Wellness Programs

• District-Wide Wellness Program with Workshops and Webinars
• Monthly Health & Wellness Calendar and Newsletter
• Virta Diabetes Reversal Program, Support Groups, and Diabetes Empowerment Education Programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Sight-On-Site Eye Care Services
• Mobile On-Site Mammography Screenings
• Pre-Retirement Planning Events
• Qualifying Employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (potential loan forgiveness for federal Direct Loans after meeting repayment requirements and working full-time for an eligible employer)

Phoenix College (PC) seeks a dynamic and passionate Biology Faculty Member to provide instruction in General Microbiology (BIO 205) with the flexibility and expertise to also teach General Biology for Majors I (BIO 181) in alignment with PC’s college goals and learner-centered instructional philosophy to a broad population of students. We are looking for an innovative and creative science educator dedicated to engaging students and promoting student success through the use of multiple methods and modalities of instruction, assessment, and technologies.

Candidates must be adaptable, capable of working independently and collaboratively and must demonstrate a commitment to rigorous curriculum, innovative strategies for teaching and learning, service to the college/district, and professional development.

This position begins in Fall 2026.

• Supervises, instructs, evaluates, and monitors learning of a broad population of students in classroom, lab, online, or field settings using a variety of learning strategies, instructional technology ADA compliant course design, and current teaching methodologies appropriate to the modality. Demonstrates innovation in teaching and learning. Reviews, revises, and develops curriculum. Is available on campus to support and mentor adjunct faculty. Maintains office hours to assist, tutor, and advise students;
  
  works with students outside of the classroom on instructional activities and projects; participates in outreach activities to promote student recruitment
• Develops and refines instructional materials and curriculum; develops written syllabi and course…