Biological Sciences: Instructor-College Credit

Overview

Biological Sciences:
Contract Instructor-College Credit – San Diego Miramar College. Anticipated start:
Spring 2027. This is a full-time position requiring 40 hours per week (Mon–Fri) with potential day, evening, Saturday, and/or off‑campus assignments. The college is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) and seeks candidates who support a student‑centered, inclusive learning environment.

Location:

San Diego Miramar College, Mira Mesa/Scripps Ranch area. The college is part of the San Diego Community College District and emphasizes student access and success.

Position Type:
Academic;
Bargaining Unit: AFT/College Faculty; FLSA Status:
Exempt (no overtime).

Classification

Description:

Assistant Professor of Biology (1.0 FTE; 12 months). The successful candidate will join a supportive environment focused on student achievement and DEI initiatives.

• Teach biology courses within the assigned curriculum and participate in standard faculty duties as defined by the college and applicable collective bargaining agreement.
• Contribute to program development and student success initiatives, with a willingness to adjust workdays and hours to departmental needs.
• Engage in college initiatives related to diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism, and support historically marginalized and minoritized student populations.
• Participate in campus service duties as required by the department and college policies.

• Meeting the minimum requirements for the rank of Assistant Professor of Biology as defined by the district and college hiring policies.
• Experience and demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in higher education and to serving diverse student populations.
• Ability to develop tools and resources to support diverse learners and promote inclusive teaching practices.

Applicants with foreign degrees must have coursework evaluated by a recognized professional evaluators (NACES or ACEI) and submit the evaluation with the online application.

All applicants must demonstrate cultural competency and sensitivity to the diverse backgrounds of community college students, faculty, and staff.

Anonymous screening is used to minimize implicit bias. Submit only materials specifically requested in this posting. Upload required documents using the designated labels. Applications sent via mail, fax, or email will not be accepted. All correspondence, including interview invitations, will be via email. Complete application packets will be reviewed by the committee.

* Note:

Information will not be included with the application during screening; reviewed before interviews*

First-level in-person interviews: 10/15/2026 and 10/16/2026.

• Submit official transcripts as stated on the application.
• Provide a Certificate of Tuberculosis Exam (renewed every 4 years).
• Fingerprints via Live Scan (District expense) prior to first day of employment.
• Present proof of eligibility…