Faculty - Biology (174 Day)

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• Biology (174 Day) Location Cedar Rapids, IA Job Type Full-Time Board-Approved Job Number 02785 Division Academic Affairs Department Math/Science Opening Date 03/31/2026 Description Benefits Questions

JOB GOAL

To advance the college's mission, vision, principles, values and strategic initiatives through continuous improvement decisions.

GENERAL JOB SUMMARY

The Math/Science Department will hire faculty with a required load of 15 credit hours per semester. Instructors' primary responsibility is fostering student learning in assigned courses. The teaching load will consist of primarily anatomy and physiology courses and may also include other courses for which the instructor is qualified to teach and there is need. Instructional practice is expected to adhere to Kirkwood's Quality Instruction Indicators. Teaching schedule will be assigned by the dean and may involve teaching at various Kirkwood locations in a variety of delivery formats including online, face to face, and hybrid. Instructors may be assigned to teach evenings and weekends. In addition to teaching responsibilities, instructors are expected to dedicate a portion of their effort as specified in the faculty handbook to a combination of service to the college and professional development activities that enhance their field-specific expertise and/or teaching practices. Instructors are responsible for meeting the goals and objectives of an individual Professional Preparation Plan as outlined by the college's Quality Faculty Plan.

UNIVERSAL CORE COMPETENCIES

Advocate for Continual Improvement

• empowering each other to identify opportunities for excellence. Collaborate with Mutual Accountability
• working together with a willingness to take ownership and account for our actions. Champion Service
• anticipating needs and create a welcoming, diverse, and inclusive environment. Perseverance
• commitment to excellence even in the face of adversity or delay in achieving success. Lead
• regardless of title, through positive influence.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

Design, organize, prepare, and teach assigned courses across varied modalities, schedules, and college locations in accordance with established syllabi. Effectively organize, prepare, and teach assigned courses in accordance with established syllabi to students with varying backgrounds and abilities and adjust teaching techniques accordingly. Evaluate student performance and provide timely feedback on a regular basis. Utilize the Kirkwood Learning Management System for course materials, syllabi, gradebook management, and related instructional functions. Maintain regularly-scheduled office hours according to college requirements and be available to students on an as-needed basis for student questions and discussions regarding their performance. Establish and maintain good working relationships with students, colleagues, staff, administrators, and the public. Participate in curriculum development, revision, and assessment activities at course, program, department, and college levels. Meet the college's requirements for professional development and service to the college as defined in the faculty handbook.

Professional development:

Develop expertise in the field(s) of instruction and develop and apply teaching approaches that support student success; actively seek information about emerging trends and ideas.

Service to the college:

Support college priorities by participating in the development and/or execution of department, division, and college tasks, projects, and goals. Maintain relationships with K12, transfer, and community and/or industry partners. Be responsive to college communication and complete all mandated trainings and compliance tasks. Perform other related work duties as assigned.

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS

Uphold the college's core values of Respect, Innovation, Collaboration, and Excellence. Practice teaching approaches that align with the college's Quality Instruction Indicators. Welcome, value, and nurture people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, as well as support and promote an environment that accepts differences. Represent the college in the most positive manner with prospective, former, and current students, clients, suppliers, and the community we serve. Read, understand, and express oneself clearly and effectively in oral and written form and possess digital literacy skills related to computer technology. Be creative, energetic, and self-motivated with demonstrated leadership and organizational skills.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES WITH/WITHOUT REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

Position involves working in an office setting. Occasional (10-33%) standing, pushing, pulling and grasping. Frequent (34-66%) reaching and viewing a computer and other types of close visual work. Constant (67-100%) sitting, walking, repetitive motion, talking and hearing.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Master's degree in biological sciences or related field from an accredited institution with a minimum of 12 graduate credit hours that are related to anatomy and physiology content. Teaching experience, preferably in biology including anatomy and physiology

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS, LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, OR REGISTRATIONS

Extensive experience, knowledge, and/or training in anatomy/physiology Qualification to teach multiple classes within the biology discipline Successful teaching experience

• preferably in anatomy and physiology and at a community college Experience with online and/or hybrid instruction

EEO/AA STATEMENT

It is the policy of Kirkwood Community College not to discriminate in its programs, activities, or employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, creed, religion, and actual or potential family, parental or marital status. If you have questions or complaints related to compliance with this policy, please contact the Vice President, Human Resources and Institutional Effectiveness (employees) or the Vice President of Student Services (students), 6301 Kirkwood Blvd. SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404, 319-398-5572 , equity@kirkwood.edu , or the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Cesar E. Chavez Memorial Building, 1244 Speer Boulevard, Suite 310, Denver, CO 80204-3582,

Telephone:

(303) 844-5695

FAX:

(303) 844-4303, TDD 800-877-8339

Email:

OCR.Denver@ed.gov .

WHY KIRKWOOD

Kirkwood Community College prides itself on fostering a diverse workforce and values unique perspectives throughout its campus community. The college is a convenient, innovative, visionary educational leader striving to remain affordable and accessible. With more than 140 majors and programs, Kirkwood boasts 16,000 annual college-credit students while maintaining one of the lowest tuitions in the state. All degree-seeking students are eligible for federal financial aid and the college offers more than $3 million in scholarships each year to students from all walks of life. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Kirkwood offers a wide range of employee benefits. Read more about them here ! 01 Do you have a master's degree in biological sciences or related field from an accredited institution with a minimum of 12 graduate credit hours that are related to anatomy and physiology content? Yes No 02 Do you have teaching experience, preferably in biology including anatomy and physiology? Yes No Required Question Employer Kirkwood Community College Address 6301 Kirkwood Blvd SW Cedar Rapids, Iowa, 52404 Phone 319-398-5572 Website http://www.kirkwood.edu Apply Please verify your email address Verify Email Job Opportunities Account Privacy Policy Terms Of Use Your Privacy Choices Accessibility Statement Copyright © 2026 Do not sell my personal information × For California residents, and to the extent NEOGOV sells your personal information as the term "sell" is defined under the California Consumer Privacy Act, you have the right to opt-out of the sale of your personal information by us to third parties at any time. This setting only applies to registered account holders that have opted-in for an Access Membership. If you wish to opt-out click follow these steps: Log into your Job Seeker Profile Click your name in the upper right-hand corner Select Account Settings Select the Preferences section Click the Edit button next to Access Membership Switch Toggle to off Click Save If you do not have a registered account this setting does not apply, however, you can review your right on our privacy policy . If you require further assistance, please email privacy@neogov.com × Accessibility Statement At Governmentjobs.com, Inc. d/b/a NEOGOV, we recognize the importance of making our products and services accessible to all individuals, including those with disabilities, and are continually working to improve the experience for all users. Commitment to Accessibility We are committed to following best practices, including the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, Level AA, to the extent feasible, however, we do not warrant compliance with these standards or any other accessibility standards. We are continually enhancing our platforms to ensure greater accessibility, and we actively seek out opportunities to improve accessibility features. Ongoing Enhancements Accessibility is an ongoing effort, and we are regularly updating our technology, services, and content to address accessibility barriers. Our team is dedicated to identifying areas for improvement and making enhancements that allow all users, regardless of their abilities, to fully engage with our services. Feedback and Assistance We value feedback from our users. If you encounter any accessibility barriers while using our services or have suggestions on how we can improve, please reach out to us at accessibility@neogov.com. We will make every effort to resolve any concerns and consider alternative options where possible. Thank you for choosing NEOGOV. We remain dedicated to improving accessibility and creating an inclusive experience for all.