Biological Sciences: Instructor-College Credit

Biological Sciences:
Contract Instructor-College Credit Please see Special Instructions for more details.

To ensure consistency, fairness, and alignment with our commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA), please submit only the materials specifically requested in this posting (e.g., no personal photos, articles, etc.). Be sure to upload the required documents using the respective document name labels. Uploading extraneous materials, unless explicitly requested, may result in your application not being reviewed. Only complete application packets will be forwarded to the committee.

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• Complete online application
• List of three (3) professional references
• Equivalency Request (required if applicable)
• Foreign Degree Evaluation (required if applicable)
• List of Licenses/Certificates/Credentials

Closing Date: 03/01/2026

Open Until Filled:
No

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. 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).

1.0 FTE

10 months

002333

Exempt (does not accrue overtime)

AFT/College Faculty

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School of Mathematics and Natural Sciences

San Diego Mesa College seeks energetic and dedicated candidates for an academic position. 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. We are adding new staff, classified professionals, faculty, and administrators who, alongside our stellar colleagues, will lead us into the future.

The incumbent reports to the Dean, School of Mathematics and Natural Sciences. The candidate will teach lecture/laboratory courses in General Biology for non‑majors at the undergraduate level, with flexibility based on department needs and faculty expertise. Additional responsibilities include planning, developing, and using a variety of teaching methods and materials that support students in meeting course objectives; evaluating students to measure progress;

maintaining office hours for student advisement; participating with other college faculty on departmental, school, and institutional academic committees; assisting in the development and assessment of curriculum; and assuming leadership responsibilities in the department.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s in any biological science
• Bachelor’s in any biological science AND Master’s in biochemistry, biophysics, or marine science
• Equivalent credentials

Desired Qualifications

• Graduate credit coursework in cellular biology, molecular biology, organismal biology, evolutionary biology, or ecology
• Minimum of 2 years of experience teaching community…