Biology Instructor, Part-time Adjunct Pool

Biology Instructor, Part-time Adjunct Pool

Location: Ridgecrest, CA

Job Type: Part-time

Salary: $67.00 per hour (may vary based on assignment and Lecture Hour Equivalent formula)

Job Number: FY

Department: Science (SCI)

Kern Community College District accepts applications for part‑time, hourly faculty pools on a continuous basis. This allows the division to contact qualified applicants immediately if a need arises. Applicants who meet the minimum requirements will be contacted by department supervisors, deans, and/or division chairs. Applications remain active for up to two years.

The starting salary range is $67.00 per hour; the hourly rate may vary based on the type of assignment and the Lecture Hour Equivalent (LHE) formula. For more information, refer to the CCA collective bargaining agreement or your college's HR office.

The successful applicant will provide instruction in a full range of Biological Science courses. This assignment may include teaching at other campus sites, day or evening classes, weekend classes, large classes, distance learning, and using multiple teaching methodologies.

Other duties include: participation in student recruitment and articulation of transfer programs for the Science department; maintaining subject matter currency; developing and revising curriculum; using computer and multimedia technology; collegial participation in departmental, college, and discipline‑specific professional activities.

• Master's in any biological science;
• OR Bachelor's in any biological science AND Master's in biochemistry, biophysics, or marine science;
• OR possession of a valid credential authorizing full‑time teaching of Biology at the California Community College level;
• The equivalent. Certain combinations of education, experience, and other accomplishments may be judged as equal to the stated minimum qualifications. Candidates who possess such equivalent qualifications must request and submit an APPLICATION FOR EQUIVALENCE form with supporting documents.
• Demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.
• Degrees and credits from accredited institutions (Title V Section 53406). Foreign degrees must be evaluated by an evaluation service.

The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate broad preparation and depth of knowledge in the discipline and the following:

• Work effectively and harmoniously with colleagues in an environment that promotes innovation, teaching, learning, and service to a diverse student population;
• Work with students with a wide range of skills, motivations, academic, and vocational goals;
• Develop curriculum, including curriculum delivered via different modalities;
• Participate in recruitment and articulation activities with local schools, colleges, and universities;
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing;
• Maintain subject matter currency;
• Assess student learning outcomes;
• Know computers and be willing to explore new technologies beneficial to the program;
• Know and commit to the California community college mission.

Completed application packet must include:

• Completed Online Application for Employment form;
• Current resume;
• Copy of legible transcripts.

Applicants must redact personal information from all documents (SSN, DOB, photos). Foreign‑degree applicants must have coursework evaluated by a professional association that is a member of NACES or ACEI. Reasonable accommodations: contact Human Resources.

The District encourages a diverse pool of applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race or ethnicity, color, medical condition, genetic information, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. The District does not provide sponsorship for authorization to work in the United States;

work authorization should be established at the time of application. All applicants must apply online at  Emails will not be accepted.