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Biology Instructor
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Position Number: 1355985
Location: Gilroy, CA
Position Type: Science - Biology

Biology Instructor
Gavilan College
Position begins Fall Semester 2019
CLOSING DATE: Monday, February 11, 2019

THE POSITION
Gavilan College seeks qualified applicants for one full-time, tenure-track faculty position teaching Biological Science. The primary teaching assignment will be lecture / lab coursesin Anatomy, General Biology, and Environmental Science, with secondary assignments in Cell and Molecular Biology and Physiology. The assigned teaching schedule may include evenings and weekends. Other related courses may be assigned as determined by the needs of the College and the qualifications and experiences of the selected candidate.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide class instruction of 14-16 lecture equivalent hours per week, in accordance with established course outlines and departmental procedures.
Communicate and work effectively with students, faculty, staff, and the community.
Participate actively in all full-time faculty responsibilities, such as curriculum review and development, committee membership, and other duties as described in the Faculty Handbook and required by contract and district policy.
Develop and revise course materials as necessary to assure innovative and creative teaching and learning.
Maintain necessary attendance and evaluation records and submit them according to designated deadlines.
Post and maintain regular office hours in accordance with District Policy.
Demonstrate effectiveness in working with students from first-generation and/or historically under-represented groups as they pursue their academic goals.

QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Academic Qualifications:
Master's in any biological science OR Bachelor's in any biological science AND Master's in biochemistry, biophysics, or marine science OR the equivalent.
Foreign degrees must be evaluated by a recognized credential evaluation service, prior to submission.
Individuals lacking the above degree-based academic qualifications, but who may have an equivalent background must submit either an Equivalency Form as part of their application package.

Desirable Attributes and Experience:
A Master's degree in any Biological Science and possession of minimum qualifications in an additional subject area.
Previous community college teaching experience in Biology.
Prior teaching experience in college programs which serve first generation, under prepared or historically under-represented students.
Ability to engage and motivate students from diverse cultural, socio-economic, and educational backgrounds.
Ability to use technology, especially as an instructional tool.
Knowledge and experience with computer technology and applications including MS Office components.Strong leadership skills.
Organized, and able to handle multiple tasks.
Role model of professionalism.

SALARY
Initial salary placement in the current Faculty Salary Schedule depends on education and experience. Benefit package includes employee and dependent medical, vision, dental plans, and $50,000 life insurance.

THE SELECTION PROCESS
Note: All expenses related to the application and interview process are the responsibility of the applicant.

To be considered for this excellent opportunity the following items must be received by CCC Registry no later than 5:00pm on Monday, February 11, 2019 through the CCC Registry Website, cccregistry.org.

1) Apply at cccregistry.org
2) CCC Registry online application (required)
3) Resume of education and experience (required)
4) A personal statement (maximum 2 pages) that describes how you would approach achieving the goals of the Biology program based on your experience, training, and teaching philosophy (required)
5) Unofficial transcripts verifying minimum academic qualifications. (If offered a position, official transcripts will be required) (required)
6) Equivalency Application, if applicable
7) Affirmative Action Applicant Survey. (optional)

For more information or to apply, please visit: https://www.cccregistry.org/jobs/viewPosting.aspx?PostingID=88551

As an equal opportunity employer, we are required to compile summary data on applicants for employment. We are requesting your assistance in providing the information on the personal and ethnicity section of your cccregistry profile. The completion of the questionnaire is voluntary on your part. The form will be kept confidential and separate from all hiring documents and will not be forwarded to the colleges/departments making employment decisions.

If you have questions related to the CCC Registry or technical aspects regarding submitting application materials on the CCC Registry website, please contact the CCC Registry directly at registry@yosemite.edu or call (800)245-4157.

**Please contact the CCC Registry at (800)245-4157 AFTER you apply for this job to verbally confirm that your application is included in this recruitment.

If you have a verifiable disability, and require accommodation to complete an application contact the Human Resources Office at (408) 852-2823.

Please be aware, the District does not reimburse for expenses related to the recruitment process.

Prior to employment, employee must: (a) provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States; (b) be fingerprinted and have background clearance, and (c) have current proof of clearance from tuberculosis.

NON-DISCRIMINATION
Gavilan College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action/Title IX/Employer of Disabled, committed to hiring a diverse staff. All qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, military status, sexual orientation, or marital status are encouraged to apply.