Biological Sciences: Instructor-College Credit

Overview

Pay Information
:
Class 1, Step C – Class 6, Step C ($6,933.44– $8,849.03) per month based on the current AFT – College Faculty Tenured-Tenure Track Faculty Salary Schedule.

Closing Date
: 3/1/2026

Location
:
San Diego Mesa College

Initial salary placement is commensurate with required education and related teaching experience as outlined in section A2.1 of the AFT Faculty Collective Bargaining Agreement and it is non-negotiable. The District offers a comprehensive fringe benefit package including employer paid medical, dental, vision plans, sick leave, and opportunities for professional development. This position is FLSA Exempt and may not accrue overtime. Benefits will be provided under the terms of the AFT-Guild, Local 1931 – Faculty Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Annual Salaries will be recalculated for service less than a full academic year based on Education Code 87815, any required adjustment will be made within the first pay period. Travel reimbursement for interviewees traveling more than 200 miles, one-way, may be paid according to geographic location (see SDCCD Travel Stipend Policy, Rev 7/14/2011).

Position Equivalent FTE
: 1.0 FTE

No. Months
: Position Number
: 002333

FLSA Status
:
Exempt (does not accrue overtime)

Position Type
:
Academic

Bargaining Unit
: AFT/College Faculty

Range
: (na)

Department
:
School of Mathematics and Natural Sciences

From San Diego Mesa College President Ashanti Hands:
San Diego Mesa College seeks energetic and dedicated candidates to apply for academic positions. The College is committed to academic excellence and diversity, equity, and inclusion among its faculty, classified professionals, staff, and students. As the “Leading College of Equity & Excellence”, we take responsibility for equitable outcomes and successful pathways for all of our students. As the largest college in the San Diego Community College District, the institution enjoys a solid financial standing, state-of-the-art facilities, and a world-class faculty, classified professionals, and staff.

For 61 years, Mesa College has been on the leading edge, from offering a Community College Bachelor’s Degree, to being a lead California Community College in graduating students with an Advanced Degree for Transfer. We embrace the mission of community colleges and are committed to empowering our students to maximize their potential, leading to healthy and thriving communities. We are adding new staff, classified professionals, faculty, and administrators who, alongside our stellar colleagues, will lead us into the future.

If this opportunity sounds like the right fit for you, I encourage you to file an application for employment.

The Biology department at Mesa College is comprised of an interdisciplinary, dedicated, student-centered, cohesive group of colleagues. We are looking for an exceptional faculty member to join our team in support of our students, department and our mission. Applications are now being accepted for position of Assistant Professor, Biological Sciences:
General Biology, at San Diego Mesa College, beginning Fall 2026. Assignments may include some combination of day and/or evening classes. While the current vacancies exist at Mesa College, applicants should understand that they are subject to assignment at any district facility at the option of the Chancellor.

• Graduate credit coursework in cellular biology, molecular biology, organismal biology, evolutionary biology, or ecology.
• A minimum of 2 years of experience in teaching community college level lectures and laboratories in biological science courses, particularly general biology courses.
• Current knowledge of instructional practices and culturally responsive pedagogical techniques for engaging historically underserved students.
• An understanding of and demonstrated ability to instruct and counsel students of great diversity in background and preparation as well as those with varying levels of physical and learning abilities.
• To develop a vision for non-majors education that includes an engaging and inclusive learning environment that fosters curiosity and critical thinking.
• A working…