9/4/2025 11:55 PM Pacific
Date Posted 8/1/2025 Contact Human Resources(619) 388-6579 Number of Openings 1 Salary Pay Range
6,933.44 - 8,849.03 Monthly Length of Work Year Unspecfied Employment Type Full Time Job Description / Essential Elements: Print
Biotechnology: Contract Instructor-College Credit
San Diego Community College District
Closing Date: 9/4/2025
Position Number: 007874
Location: San Diego Miramar College
Position Type: Academic
The Position:
Posting Details (Default Section)
Closing Date: 09/04/2025 Open Until Filled No Classification Title Biotechnology: Contract Instructor-College Credit Working Title Assistant Professor, Biotechnology Recruitment Limits Location San Diego Miramar College Pay Information Class 1, Step C - Class 6, Step C ($6,933.44- $8,849.03) per month based on the https://www.sdccd.edu/docs/HumanResources/employee%20relations/Salary%20Schedules/AFT%20Contract%20Faculty%20Salary%20Schedule%20eff%20Jan%201%202024.pdf.
Initial salary placement for this Assistant Professor is commensurate with required education and related teaching experience as outlined in section A2.1 of the https://www.sdccd.edu/departments/human-resources/employee-relations/collective-bargaining-agreements.aspx 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). Typically, Assistant Professors earn tenure after 4 years and promote to Associate Professor. The SDCCD Employment Web Page provides a link to employee collective bargaining agreements and handbooks, and more information about terms and conditions of employment to include salary and benefits. Position Equivalent FTE: 1.0 FTE
Job Duration 10 Months Position Number: 007874 FLSA Status Exempt (does not accrue overtime) Bargaining Unit AFT/College Faculty Range No Response Position Type Academic Department Biology The Position San Diego Miramar College is now accepting applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Biotechnology, with an anticipated start date in Spring 2026. Located in the Mira Mesa/Scripps Ranch area, Miramar College is one of four institutions within the San Diego Community College District. This full-time position requires 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, and may include day, evening, Saturday, and/or off-campus assignments. The selected candidate must be flexible and willing to adjust workdays and hours according to departmental needs.
Miramar College, a leader in providing student access and success, seeks candidates who are motivated by serving students in a college community and are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI).We are a fast-growing and innovative college with a freshly adopted focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion as we move into a new era. Recently designated as an emerging Minority Serving Institution (MSI) the College is committed to helping students access higher education and achieve success inside and outside the classroom.
The College is located in the Mira Mesa/Scripps Ranch area of San Diego and is one of four colleges/centers in the San Diego Community College District. Our student population of 14,972 [African American (5%), American Indian or Alaskan Native (
• Complete online application, including examples and outcomes listed within the Duties section your Employment History;
• Complete responses to the Supplemental Questions, including examples and outcomes;
• Curriculum Vitae;
• List of Courses Taken (Use a computer-based software program to create a PDF of this table). Note: You are required to attach this document as the "List of Courses Taken" document as part of the application process. You may only upload a PDF file. Create a table listing all courses you have taken in Biological Sciences, Biotechnology or related courses. Please use the following title for the columns of your table:
• Course Title & Number
• Academic quarter or semester taken
• Lower, upper, or grad level class
• Lecture and/or lab
• Grade received*
• Use the following link to access the template: https://pa-hrsuite-production.s3.amazonaws.com/368/docs/50590546.pdf
• List of Courses Taught (Use a computer-based software program to create a PDF of this table.) Note: You are required to attach this document during the "List of Courses Taught" step of this application process. You may only upload a PDF file. Create a table listing all Biological Sciences, Biotechnology or related courses you have TAUGHT from highest level to lowest level courses. Please use the following title for the columns of your table:
• Course Title & Number
• Type of Institution where the course was taught, please only use HS, CC or 4-Yr
• Number of semesters or quarters that you have taught each course
• Instructor of Record or TA
• Mode of instruction (face-to-face, hybrid, online or lab)
• Name of the Institutions that the course was taught
• Number of students in the class*
• Use the following link to access the table template: "https://pa-hrsuite-production.s3.amazonaws.com/368/docs/50595527.pdf">https://pa-hrsuite-production.s3.amazonaws.com/368/docs/50595527.pdf
• List of Professional Development Activities. List up to 10 activities, including workshops, classes, and/or conferences that you completed post Master's degree. These should be related to teaching and learning in mathematics. Note: You are required to ATTACH this document during the "Attach documents" step of this application process please use "List of Professional Development" as the document type. You may only upload a PDF file. Make this list with three columns headers:
• Name of activity
• When the activity was offered
• Length of time in participation
• Highlight skills and/or knowledge you gained from these activities
• Unofficial undergraduate transcripts;
• List of three (3) professional references who will be contacted prior to interview with College President and Vice President. (Within the Application).
• Unofficial graduate transcripts (Optional).
• Equivalency Request (required if applicable).
• Foreign Degree Evaluation (required if applicable).
• List of Licenses/ Certificates/ Credentials. *Information will not be included with your application during the screening process. The information will only be reviewed before the interview process.
Unofficial Transcripts will not be included with your application during the screening process. The unofficial transcripts will only be reviewed before the interview process. Tentative Timeline (Subject to Amendments) Rd 1 tentative interview dates: 11/6 and 11/7/2025 Conditions of Employment: SELECTED CANDIDATE IS REQUIRED TO COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING PRIOR TO EMPLOYMENT:
• Submit "official" college transcripts as stated on application (even if a degree is not a requirement for this position);
• Provide a Certificate of Tuberculosis Exam for initial appointment (Note: The certificate must be renewed every 4 years as a condition of continuing employment);
• Have fingerprints taken by a Live Scan computer at the District's expense (Clearance must be received prior to first day of employment);
• Present original documents for proof of eligibility to work in the United States as required by the I9 Employment Eligibility Verification form;
• Attend a new hire processing appointment in People, Culture, and Technology Services located at the District Administrative Offices; AND,
• Employed on an initial contract of one (1) year that is eligible for renewal annually for up to a subsequent one-year period.
EMPLOYMENT AFTER RETIREMENT
If you accept a contract (permanent) position with SDCCD and are a retired annuitant with CalPERS or CalSTRS, you must reinstate from your retirement system. Please reference the https://www.calpers.ca.gov/page/retirees/working-after-retirement/reinstatement-from-retirement or http://www.calstrs.com/general-information/retirement-after-reinstatement-enhancements website for further information. Additional Information: Please note that an employee may be transferred to any site at the option of the Chancellor.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
SDCCD provides a comprehensive fringe benefit package for its full-time academic employees. The District contributes toward the cost of the premium (including dependent coverage) for the medical insurance plan options. Additional benefits include dental, vision, sick leave, vacation and opportunities for professional development. Contract employees become members of the State Teachers' Retirement System (STRS) upon appointment. Posting Number AC01134 Indicate budget number(s)
Major Responsibilities:
• Teach Biotechnology lecture and lab courses to the standards of the department and college.
• Participate in biology department meetings and committees as needed.
• Assist with curriculum revision and course/program assessments.
• Work collaboratively with college staff and industry professionals.
• Maintain office hours and mentor/advise students.
• Mentorship of students, networking with industry, professional development.
• Create and maintain collegial relationships with various college stakeholders.
• Connect and create opportunities for students in career pathways.
• Fulfill the responsibilities of a community college instructor in accordance with district policies and the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Qualifications:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in any biological sciences and two (2) years of full-time professional experience directly related to the faculty member's teaching assignment; OR,
Associate's degree in any biological sciences and six (6) years of full-time professional experience directly related to the faculty member's teaching assignment; OR,
The Equivalent.
Desired Qualifications:
• Relevant upper division and/or graduate credit coursework in the biological sciences with a biotechnology relevant background.
• Demonstrated experience and success in planning, preparing, and teaching biotechnology and introductory biology courses appropriate for the community college environment.
• Demonstrated knowledge or leadership experience writing, developing, coordinating, implementing, and evaluating new curriculum, coursework materials and laboratories using current technologies.
• Demonstrated experience mentoring/training students through professional development activities, teaching experience, and industry experience/connections.
• Demonstrated ability to work collegially and collaboratively with students, colleagues, administrators, and other staff.
• Demonstrated ability to connect with students in career education programs as well as network with industry to provide opportunities for student success.
• Demonstrated experience with participatory governance, committee, and/or department work in an academic setting including but not limited to knowledge and experience with Student Learning Outcomes (SLO) and Program Review processes.
• Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated cultural competency, sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and classified professionals.
Licenses:
Pay Information:
Class 1, Step C - Class 6, Step C ($6,933.44- $8,849.03) per month based on the https://www.sdccd.edu/docs/HumanResources/employee%20relations/Salary%20Schedules/AFT%20Contract%20Faculty%20Salary%20Schedule%20eff%20Jan%201%202024.pdf.
Initial salary placement for this Assistant Professor is commensurate with required education and related teaching experience as outlined in section A2.1 of the https://www.sdccd.edu/departments/human-resources/employee-relations/collective-bargaining-agreements.aspx 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). Typically, Assistant Professors earn tenure after 4 years and promote to Associate Professor. The SDCCD Employment Web Page provides a link to employee collective bargaining agreements and handbooks, and more information about terms and conditions of employment to include salary and benefits.
To apply, visit: https://apptrkr.com/6425488
All applicants must have demonstrated cultural competency and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students and staff.
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