Part-time Faculty Pool: Microbiology
merced collegeMerced, CA
$65.60 - $84.79 Hourly
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merced collegeMerced, CALead L6
$65.60 - $84.79 Hourly
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APPLY NOW (opens in a new tab)Part-time Faculty Pool: Microbiology
Salary: $65.60 - $84.79 Hourly
Job Type: Part-time
Job Number: 20250075
Closing: 6/30/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Location: Merced College, CA
Department: Science, Math and Engineering
Open pool for academic year 2025-2026. Additional Compensation for Doctorate. Merced College is a community college committed to innovation and student success. This posting describes a part-time instructional assignment under the general direction of the Dean of Science, Math and Engineering. The professor may teach all levels of biological sciences. The maximum teaching load is 10 units per semester, which may include evening and weekend hours.
Responsibilities:
- Provide innovative and effective instruction in accordance with current pedagogy and established course outlines and expectations
- Inform students about course requirements, evaluation procedures and attendance policies and maintain regular and substantive contact with students
- Maintain and submit required student attendance and scholastic records on the Learning Management System (e.g. grades and syllabi)
- Utilize the Learning Management System to deliver, prepare, and grade class assignments and examinations
- Maintain and utilize effective skills in instructional design, applications, and methods
- Post and maintain regular office hours in accordance with prevailing policy
- Participate in the development and review of curriculum
- Participate in the development of teaching-learning methods and materials
- Participate in departmental, area, and campus professional activities/committees
- Represent the college within the Merced community and within professional circles
- Participate in the college's learning outcomes assessment program, including course, program, and institutional assessments to continually improve student learning outcomes
Qualifications
Required:
A master's degree in any biological science ORA bachelor's degree in any biological science AND a master's degree in biochemistry, biophysics, or marine science ORThe equivalent
Promote and incorporate culturally affirming DEIA and anti-racist principles to nurture and create a respectful, inclusive, and equitable learning and work environment
Desired:
- Teaching experience in the field
- Current technology skills related to teaching in the discipline and a willingness to pursue future technological developments
- Supplemental Information
How to Apply:
Submit a complete application by the closing date/time on the Merced College career pages at the provided link.
Required Documentation:
- Letter of interest addressing your qualifications for the position (cover letter)
- ResumeList of three professional references (no reference letters permitted)
- Legible unofficial college transcripts (undergraduate and graduate)
- Diversity Statement describing contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion
- If applicable, foreign transcripts must include a U.S. evaluation and translation
- If applicable, Equivalency Review Form (Required for equivalency applicants)
Note:
Only the required documentation listed above will be accepted for this recruitment. Additional documentation will be removed from your application profile. Interview Information
Highly qualified applicants may be invited to appear for oral interviews before a screening committee. A limited number of candidates will be interviewed on site.
Employee Benefits:
Sick leave accrual for part-time faculty on an hourly basis is administered in accordance with policy.
Condition of Employment:
The selected candidate must be fingerprinted and tested for tuberculosis at their expense prior to the start of employment. All offers are subject to approval by the Board of Trustees. The applicant must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations. Individuals with disabilities may request accommodations to participate in the application process. Merced Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To apply, visit the Merced College job page.
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