Part- Time Faculty - Biology of Plants

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Req: A2627-008 Location: ECC Campus Division: Natural Sciences Position Type: Part time Instructor Posting Close Date: 10/26/2026The El Camino Community College District is now accepting applications for anticipated part-time faculty positions in the following subject area for spring 2027: MICRO-33: GENERAL MICROBIOLOGY Faculty job responsibilities include the development of class curriculum to meet the requirements detailed in the Course Outline of Record, conducting office hours at regularly scheduled days and times, and the assessment of learning outcomes to improve teaching and learning in achieving El Camino College's mission of institutional effectiveness, quality educational programs, and vibrant student support services. Faculty assignments may include morning, afternoon, evening, or weekend hours. Dual enrollment, distance education, on-line or hybrid with required distance education certification assignments are voluntary. For faculty who are interested in teaching online or hybrid courses, completion of El Camino College's distance education certification process is required or submission of a waiver with evidence of prior certification to develop and teach quality online courses. Faculty may participate in initiatives set forth by the College that support students to achieve their educational goals through collaborations with employers, advisory committees, industry/trade groups, universities, high schools, or other partnerships with related instructional disciplines. Education and Experience: Master's degree in biological science; OR Bachelor's degree in biological science AND a Master's degree in biochemistry, biophysics, or marine sciences; OR The equivalent - Candidates not possessing the required qualification(s) as stated on this announcement must complete the Request For Equivalency Form as part of the application process to explain in detail how their qualifications are equivalent to those above; OR Valid California community college instructor credential in appropriate subject issued prior to July 1, 1990 (per California Education Code 87355); AND Sensitivity to and understanding of diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students and of individuals with disabilities. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS Community college or equivalent teaching experience in biology lecture and laboratory courses. Community college or equivalent teaching experience in plant biology. Demonstrated knowledge and utilization of evidence-based pedagogical practices that promote student success. Willingness to work cooperatively with classified staff to plan laboratory activities. Demonstrated ability to work with and support the success of students with widely diverse educational backgrounds and abilities. CLOSING DATE: MONDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2026 AT 3:00 P.M. SALARY: Part-time faculty members are compensated on a semester basis according to the number of class hours assigned per semester and on cumulative semesters of instruction for the District. The beginning rate is $110.17 - $146.27 (lecture/extensive lab) per hour depending on education and experience. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT This is a part-time, temporary position for the 2027 spring semester, beginning February 2027. Assignments may include off-site locations. Offer and acceptance of employment is subject to verification of all information provided on the employment application, credential(s), and transcripts. Candidates selected for employment must agree to be fingerprinted, submit a Certificate of Completion of the Tuberculosis Risk Assessment and/or Examination, provide proof of eligibility for employment in the United States, and present a valid Social Security Card upon hire. ADA ACCOMMODATIONS Applicants with disabilities requiring special accommodations must contact the ADA Compliance Officer at least five (5) working days prior to the final filing date: ADA Job Applicant Accommodation Request (maxient.com) TO APPLY Applicants must submit the following documents by the closing date: Online application: https://elcamino.igreentree.com/css_academic Cover letter describing how applicant meets the qualifications. Resume including educational background, professional experience, and related personal development and accomplishments. Pertinent transcripts (PDF format only) as stated in the required qualifications. (Unofficial computer-generated academic records/transcripts must include the name of the institution and degrees awarded to be acceptable.) Multiple page transcripts must be loaded as ONE PDF document. Foreign Transcripts: Transcripts issued outside the United States of America require a course-by-course analysis with an equivalency statement from a certified transcript evaluation service verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. For information on transcript evaluation services, please visit: http://www.ctc.ca.gov/credentials/leaflets/cl635.pdf. 5. Evidence of a valid community college credential, if applicant holds one. IMPORTANT NOTE: Documents submitted or uploaded for a previous position cannot be reused for other positions. You must submit the required documents for each position you apply for by the closing date. Failure to do so will result in an incomplete application. Applications with an incomplete status will not receive consideration. You may check the status of your application online. If you need assistance you may call 310-660-3593 Ext. 3807 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday or by email at hr@elcamino.edu. Due to the large volume of calls received on closing dates, we highly recommend that you do not wait until the last day to apply so that we may assist you with questions or technical matters that may arise. Give yourself sufficient time to complete the profile, which may take 45 minutes or more. Positions close promptly at 3:00 p.m. PST (pacific standard time

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