Biology Faculty

Salary: $40,000.00 - $45,000.00 Annually

Location: South Charleston and/or Montgomery as needed, WV

Job Type: Faculty

Job Number: 434

Division: Academic Affairs

Opening Date: 08/05/2026

Faculty members are responsible for delivering high-quality instruction at the college level, promoting student learning, engagement, and academic success through effective and innovative teaching practices. Key responsibilities include developing and maintaining course materials, assessing student performance, assessing multiple levels of learning outcomes, and fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment. Faculty are expected to remain current in their field of expertise, contribute to curriculum development, and participate in departmental, divisional, or institutional committees as needed.

In addition, faculty play an active role in advancing the academic mission of Bridge Valley Community and Technical College through teaching excellence, student support, and ongoing engagement in institutional initiatives.
This is a full-time, benefits-eligible, 9-month faculty position. Salary offer will be commensurate with education and experience.

• Deliver high-quality instruction in assigned courses, using in-person, online, or hybrid formats as scheduled by the College and Division Dean.
• Fulfill assigned teaching load in accordance with institutional policy (C-07 OP Faculty Teaching and Office Hour Load).
• Maintain regular on-campus office hours to provide advising, mentoring, and support that promote student retention and success.
• Ensure timely publication of course syllabi, submission of grades, and completion of required course documentation by institutional deadlines.
• Advise, mentor, and recruit students in support of program enrollment, retention, and completion goals.
• Participate in professional development activities and apply insights to improve teaching effectiveness and support the College's strategic plan.
• Complete course and program-level assessment activities to support continuous improvement and compliance with academic standards.

• Maintain a minimum on-campus presence of 25 hours per week, including instructional and office hours, with remaining weekly hours devoted to required meetings, course development, research, workforce development, student engagement, and planning/evaluation activities.
• Attend and actively participate in departmental, divisional, and institutional meetings and events, including student registration, orientation, and commencement ceremonies as scheduled.
• Contribute to departmental and institutional initiatives that advance the mission, vision, and goals of the College.

• Prepare and submit required documentation and reports to support accreditation and compliance with regulatory bodies, including the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), the U.S. Department of Education, and the West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission (HEPC).
• Ensure that instructional practices, documentation, and reporting align with institutional and academic standards.

• Support the quality, stability, and sustainability of assigned academic programs through active participation in curriculum development, student recruitment, program review and grant attainment.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and administrators to strengthen program viability and align offerings with workforce and community needs.

• Perform other related duties as assigned to support the mission, vision, and goals of the College.

• Master's degree in Biology or related field with 18 graduate semester hours in, or applicable to, qualification for teaching Anatomy and Physiology
• College or university teaching experience of 1 year or more; adjunct and teaching assistance ships will be considered in total years of experience
• Comprehensive knowledge of college-level Biology and any specific courses
• Familiarity with current teaching methodologies, pedagogical theories, and best practices
• Understanding of curriculum development, assessment standards, and accreditation requirements in higher education
• Proficiency with educational technology tools and learning management systems (e.g., Banner, Early Alert systems)
• Awareness of institutional and state policies related to academic standards and student support
• Strong instructional skills, with the ability to present concepts clearly and effectively
• Proficiency in leveraging educational…