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Biology Faculty (One-Year-Only)
 Maricopa Community College district | |
life insurance, paid time off, sick time, long term disability, tuition reimbursement, 403(b)
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 United States, Arizona, Tempe | |
| 2411 West 14th Street (Show on map) | |
 Mar 30, 2025 | |
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Biology Faculty (One-Year-Only) Job ID: 321221 Location: Mesa Community College Full/Part Time: Regular/Temporary: Temporary Hiring Salary Range $51,774 - $99,672/annually DOE Grade 001 Work Schedule 30 hours per week Work Calendar 9 Months Maricopa Summary 10 Colleges. Unlimited Opportunities. The Maricopa County Community College District is one of the largest community college systems in the nation. Home to 10 individually accredited community colleges and 31 satellite locations, we proudly serve students in every corner of the Valley. Each day, our dedicated faculty, staff, and administrators, live out our vision- creating excellence in education for a better world. We focus on people-not profits. With 100% acceptance, zero rejections, and affordable tuition, we provide the flexibility and support our students need to succeed in and beyond the classroom. Discover how we're changing college. We don't just support our community-we help build it. We are the largest provider of workforce development training in the state. The activities of our colleges and their students support one out of every 28 jobs in Maricopa County. Learn about our economic impact. We believe our employees are our most valuable asset. Our 10 colleges and District Office support nearly 10,000 jobs and careers throughout Greater Phoenix. Join us in making a real difference in the lives of over 140,000 college students each year. Benefits Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) is committed to providing a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that supports our employees' and their families' health and well-being. Therefore, the MCCCD benefits support every stage of life and are designed to meet the diverse needs of our community. Explore the wide range of benefits and perks available to eligible employees at MCCCD: Affordable and Comprehensive Benefits Package: * Nationwide Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage * Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick Leave, and Personal Time * 20 Paid Observed Holidays * Company-paid Life Insurance, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability plans, with the option to purchase supplemental coverage * Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Pension, including Long Term Disability and Retiree Health Insurance with 100% employer-matching contributions * Optional Retirement Plans: 403(b), 457(b), Roth 403(b), Roth 457(b) * Tuition Reimbursement for employees and dependents * Annual Professional Development Funding * Flexible Work Schedules Employee Health & Wellness Programs: * District-Wide Wellness Program with Workshops and Webinars * Monthly Health & Wellness Calendar and Newsletter * Virta Diabetes Reversal Program, Support Groups, and Diabetes Empowerment Education Programs * Employee Assistance Program (EAP) * Sight-On-Site Eye Care Services * Mobile On-Site Mammography Screenings * Pre-Retirement Planning Events * Qualifying Employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (potential loan forgiveness for federal Direct Loans after meeting repayment requirements and working full-time for an eligible employer) Job Summary This is a short-term, benefits-eligible, full-time one-year-only teaching opportunity for academic year 25/26 beginning August 2025. Teaches courses with an emphasis in general biology for the biology major. Provides instruction and develops curricular materials for majors General Biology (Bio181) including online and/or hybrid sections. Reflects recent advances in the discipline. Develops and provides instruction that incorporates current teaching methodologies, technologies and other trends in science education, incorporates instructional technologies that enhance success of underprepared students from diverse backgrounds. Works with student and faculty populations on campus wide projects and to enhance the learning environment for the student body and local community. Additional Information Mesa Community College does not provide Visa sponsorship. If you are hired into a one-year-only (OYO)/one-semester-only (OSO) benefits eligible position, once your assignment ends, you are ineligible for rehire into a part-time non-benefits eligible position (including Adjunct positions) or to continue working in a part-time non-benefits eligible position for a period of six months at the Maricopa Community Colleges. Essential Functions Instructs and oversees students in both classroom and lab settings, uses learning-centered strategies to engage students and promote student success; demonstrates innovation in teaching and learning and the scholarship of learning by focusing on student learning, retention, and achievement; incorporates instructional technology and alternative delivery Develops instructional materials and curriculum; develops written syllabi and course materials; assesses and evaluates knowledge of subject matter taught and monitors students' scholastic records using MCC's electronic grading system; prepares and grades examinations and other learning activities; participates in division and college assessment and program review processes; uses assessment and evaluation results to improve instruction and student learning Maintains academic support hours to assist, tutor, and advise students to promote learning, citizenship and personal development; provides leadership for the Life Science Department; works with students outside of the classroom on instructional activities and projects; participates in outreach activities to promote student recruitment Participates in college and district activities including department/division meetings, committees, workshops, and projects; contributes to the academic life and mission of the college; demonstrates intercultural competence in interactions with students, staff, and the community; maintains a team approach in collaborating with faculty, staff, and students Minimum Qualifications The Academic Teaching Fields require the following from an accredited college or university: A Master's degree or higher in biology or a biology related discipline OR A Master's degree or higher in a medical or health related discipline (i.e. MD, PA, DVM, DPM, DO, DC, DDS, ND) OR Master's degree or higher in biology education, science education or secondary education with 18 semester graduate credits in biology and/or applied biology courses Acceptable disciplines and coursework include but are not limited to: Agricultural Sciences, Anatomy, Biochemistry, Biology, Bioengineering, Bioinformatics, Biology/Science Education, Biomedical Sciences, Biosciences, Biotechnology, Botany, Cancer Biology, Cell Biology, Conservation-Wildlife/Plant/Animal, Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology, Evolutionary Biology, Embryology,Entomology, Environmental Science, Environmental Biology, Ecology, Genetics, Immunology, Limnology, Mammalogy, Marine Sciences, Marine Biology, Medical Sciences, Microbiology - Soil/Medical/Veterinary, Molecular Biology, Mycology, Neurobiology, Neuroscience, Nutritional Sciences, Ornithology, Pathology, Pathophysiology, Parasitology, Pharmacology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Physical Therapy, Physiology, Plant And Animal Sciences, Public Health - Epidemiology/Infectious Disease/Toxicology, Veterinary Sciences, Virology, Zoology. Desired Qualifications A. MS or PhD degree within the biological sciences. Broadly trained biologist with experience in cell and molecular biology or organismal biology, and anatomy and physiology B. College teaching experience in face-to-face lecture and lab setting teaching students going into healthcare related fields and biology majors C. Online college teaching experience preferably with expertise independently developing lecture and lab online courses, or with experience teaching from a ready-made online course shell, for students going into healthcare related fields and biology majors D. Experience conducting research within the biological sciences in a lab or field setting involving undergraduate college students E. Developed face-to-face and online curriculum, lecture and lab instructional materials using best practices in college education aimed at a diverse and underprepared student population F. Demonstrated innovation and creativity related to science education G. Demonstrated commitment to service to the department and college Special Working Conditions May be required to teach at multiple sites and may be assigned to day, evening or weekend classes as needed. Exposure to biology laboratory chemicals, specimens (including preserved specimens) May be required to lift up to 25 lbs. with or without a reasonable accommodation May require prolonged periods of viewing a computer screen How to Apply Applicants are required to submit unofficial transcripts, resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) and a cover letter showing how the applicant meets the minimum and desired qualifications. All minimum requirements must be met at the time of the application. If your master's degree is not in the teaching field, then please list the 18 graduate semester hours completed in the teaching field in your application materials. MCCCD accepts unofficial transcripts for U.S. schools at the time of application. Unofficial transcripts are submitted as an attachment to the application. Transcripts from non U.S. institutions must be translated and evaluated and provided with application material. Additional materials will not be accepted after the job posting has closed. Missing materials or incomplete employment history will not be considered. Please ensure your materials clearly provide the following information.
Applicants who currently work for any of the MCCCD campuses/locations should utilize their HCM Employee Self Service page to apply for jobs by logging in to HCM and clicking on Navigator > Menu > Self Service > Recruiting > Careers. Click on link for instructions on how to apply. Applicants who are not currently working for any of the MCCCD locations should apply at https://www.maricopa.edu/about/careers. If you encounter a technical issue in the upload of documents or the submission of your application, please contact MCC Human Resources at strategicstaffing@mesacc.edu prior to the application deadline. We are accessible on business days from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Arizona time. Additional Requirements List the courses you have taught: (1) Face-to-face, (2) online. List the courses you have developed materials for to teach: (1) Face-to-face, (2) online. List the research you have conducted that involved undergraduate students. Identify whether research follows the CURE model or intendent research. List research publications. In your cover letter please specifically and fully address your experience with respect to each of the desired qualifications. Posting Close Date Apply on or before April 20, 2025 to be considered. EEO, Title IX, & Clery Act Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) will not discriminate, nor tolerate discrimination in employment or education, against any applicant, employee, or student because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status (including document abuse), age, disability, veteran status or genetic information. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, states: "No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance." The policy of the MCCCD is to provide an educational, employment, and business environment free of gender discrimination. Incidents of misconduct should be reported to the college Title IX Coordinator, as outlined in policy, contact information is available at this link Title IX Coordinators. The Clery Act is a Federal law requiring United States Colleges and Universities to disclose information about crime on and around their campuses. Crime reporting data for each of the Maricopa Community Colleges, as required under the Clery Act, is available at this link Clery Act. To apply, visit https://jobs.maricopa.edu/psp/MCPAHPRD/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1000&JobOpeningId=321221&PostingSeq=1 jeid-1a499294d39e5b4a8e61c8c587a81a59 | |