Biology ; Teaching Faculty

Overview

Blue Ridge Community College (BRCC) seeks a Biology Faculty member to teach courses within traditional classroom, hybrid, HyFlex, and online instructional environments with a focus on strong pedagogy and quality student learning assessments. This is a full-time, 9-month, 24-pay Teaching Faculty position with full state benefits. Anticipated start date is August 2026.

The position includes participation in institutional development such as service and leadership on college committees, academic advising, and mentoring adjunct faculty within the discipline. BRCC faculty are expected to engage in scholarly activity and professional development, including teaching pedagogy, institutional responsibility, and community service to campus and surrounding communities.

Full-time faculty positions include generous holiday time and competitive health benefits (including dental and vision), disability coverage, retirement options (Virginia Retirement System or Optional Retirement Plan for Higher Education), deferred compensation, educational assistance, and access to the college’s Recreation Center, among other benefits. Candidates selected for interview must facilitate a teaching demonstration as part of the interview process.

• Teach courses in biology across traditional classroom, hybrid, HyFlex, and online instructional environments with a strong pedagogical approach and quality student learning assessments.

• Participate in institutional development activities, including service on college committees, academic advising, and mentoring adjunct faculty within the discipline.

• Engage in scholarly activity and professional development related to teaching pedagogy, institutional responsibilities, and community service to the campus and surrounding communities.

• Participate in special assignments as required and perform other duties as assigned. May assist the agency or state government in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

• Master’s degree in Biology with a minimum of 18 graduate hours in core Biology content
• Experience using a variety of computer software programs and ability to learn new ones, particularly related to online instruction
• Ability to teach students effectively and create lesson plans
• Passion for the field of Biology and for teaching
• Ability to use creativity, innovation, and compassion to instruct and engage students
• Ability to teach a diverse student population

• Community college or university teaching experience in the classroom, hybrid, HyFlex, as well as synchronous and asynchronous online modalities
• Documented track record of innovation in the classroom, teaching, and soft skills
• Demonstrated ability to work well with others

Posting details:
Posting number ;
Recruitment Type General Public - G;
Number of Vacancies: 1;
Open Date: 01/09/2026;
Close Date: 02/05/2026;
Open Until Filled:
No.

Administrative and contact information:
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Primary contact: glassd;
Phone: . Title IX Coordinator:
Beth Styers, 1 College Lane Weyers Cave, VA 24486, Office #S106G.

Important disclosures:
Background check is contingent on offer; may include fingerprint checks and education verification; E-Verify is used for employment eligibility; classifications and statements as per VCCS EEO and ADA guidelines.