Biology Instructor - Community College Faculty

Job Description Develop and deliver engaging and culturally responsive curriculum materials; provide meaningful feedback to support student educational growth; collaborate with colleagues across liberal arts and technical programs; actively participate in the profession and in college activities. This position is a hybrid position, which allows for online teaching, but does have an expectation of being on campus at least 1x/per week.

Salary Range:

$43,912

• $95,542: Dependent on education and years of experience, there are step limits in the contract that we are limited to, with the highest salary delegated at around $71,893.

Minimum Qualifications Education Requirement Master's degree with a major in biology OR Master's degree in any discipline/field with a minimum of 18 graduate semester credits (27 graduate quarter credits) in biology. Preferred Qualifications A combination of education in and experience with teaching courses in anatomy and physiology Demonstrated familiarity with and commitment to the missions and constituencies of a comprehensive community and technical college. Demonstrated ability to work with diverse populations.

Other Requirements Applications must include:

Online Employment Application Resume Letter of interest addressing the position qualifications Unofficial copy of transcripts Online application deadline for preferred review is 11:59PM on May 18, 2026. The position is open until filled. Work Shift (Hours / Days of work) Monday

• Friday (

Start Date:

Aug. 20, 2026) Telework (Yes/No) No

• this position allows for a hybrid (online and in-person teaching)

About Institution Information MISSION :

Ridgewater College empowers diverse learners to reach their full potential and enrich their lives through personalized and relevant education in an accessible, supportive, and inclusive environment.

VISION:

Ridgewater College is a student-centered educational leader focused on innovation, excellence and affordability.

GUIDING PRINCIPLES

Enterprising

• We are future-focused, and change-oriented, developing creative solutions to challenges that maximize our institutional, system and local resources. Empowerment
• We develop and empower employees to make decisions to best serve students and stakeholders. Excellence
• We strive to exceed expectations in all that we do. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
• We seek to understand and appreciate the needs and experiences of every individual and actively work to provide genuine opportunities for everyone to succeed and participate in college activities and processes. Trust and Respect
• We are committed to developing a culture based in processes and behavior that create trust and respect among all stakeholders. Collaboration
• We connect and work together to achieve common goals while respecting needs and interests of stakeholders. Curiosity and Creativity
• We constantly strive to understand, learn, change, and improve. Accountability
• As individuals and groups, we willingly accept and take ownership of our successes and failures.