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San Diego Community College District

Biological Sciences: Contract Instructor-College Credit

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A Biology Professor teaches foundational biology ideas, truths, and methods to students through a combination of classroom instruction, lab experience, and assignments at colleges, trade schools or other institutes. May assist or lead in the creation of the biology curriculum to be taught. In addition to instruction, they may assist or lead in research initiatives relating to their field.

$94,950 / year median in California

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Job Description

Biological Sciences:
Contract Instructor-College Credit Closing Date:
8/17/2026
Location:
San Diego Miramar College Pay Information:
Step C, Class 1
  • Class 6 ($6,933.44
  • $8,849.03) per month based on the current AFT
  • College Faculty Tenured-Tenure Track Faculty Salary Schedule .
Effective 7/1/2026 new hire placement will begin at Class 6. Initial salary placement is commensurate with required education and related teaching experience as outlined in section A2.1 of the AFT Faculty Collective Bargaining Agreement and it is non-negotiable. SDCCD 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). The SDCCD Employment Web Page provides a link to employee collective bargaining agreements and handbooks, and more information about terms and condition (s) of employment to include salary and benefits.
Position Equivalent FTE:
1.0 FTE No.
Months:
Position Number:
011441
FLSA Status:
Exempt (does not accrue overtime)
Position Type:
Academic Bargaining Unit:
AFT/College Faculty Range:
(na)
Department:
Biology The Position:
San Diego Miramar College, a student-ready college, invites all qualified candidates to apply for the position of Assistant Professor of Biology, with an anticipated start date in Spring 2027. 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. San Diego 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 25,387 [African American (6%), American Indian or Alaskan Native (