Full-time Faculty - Biotechnology & Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Posting Details Posting Summary Working Title Full-time Faculty

• Biotechnology & Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Role Title Role Code FLSA Exempt Pay Band Position Number 282F0067 Agency Piedmont Virginia Community College Agency/Division Piedmont Virginia Community College (Div) Work Location Albemarle
• 003 Hiring Range $75,000
• $100,000 Starting salary will fall within the specified hiring range and will be determined based on academic credentials, related teaching, and professional experience. Emergency/Essential Personnel No EEO Category I-Faculty Full Time or Part Time Full Time Does this position have telework options?
• Telework options are subject to change based on business needs
• Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?

Work Schedule Flexibility to work 40 hours weekly within the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Monday-Thursday, 7:00 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Fridays, and occasional Saturdays. This is a full-time (exempt) position providing services in-person for students at college and community locations. Sensitive Position No Job Description Piedmont Virginia Community College ( PVCC ) is a public, open access institution of higher education in the Virginia Community College System whose main campus is located in Charlottesville, Virginia. This is home to the Charlottesville Historic Downtown Mall, The Jefferson School African American Heritage Center, and the John Paul Jones Arena ( JPJ ). As a comprehensive community college, the College provides quality, accessible, and affordable educational opportunities for the residents of the City of Charlottesville and the counties of Albemarle, Buckingham, Fluvanna, Greene, Louisa, and Nelson. For more information, please visit: pvcc.edu PVCC is known throughout the community and the Virginia Community College System for its exceptional faculty and staff, the quality of its programs and services, and the success of its students. PVCC seeks to attract, welcome, and retain individuals who reflect the communities we serve.

Position Title:

Biotechnology & Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Faculty (12-month)

Department:

Health and Life Sciences Employment type: Full-time Teaching Faculty, exempt

Position Purpose:

Piedmont Virginia Community College is seeking an innovative and collaborative individual to join the faculty as a 12-month hybrid Instructor/Assistant/Associate Professor of Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical Manufacturing faculty member.

Appointment Date:

July 1, 2026. PVCC desires applicants with a commitment to the community college mission; teaching, learning, and student success; integration of learning outcomes assessment into course development and teaching; use of current and emerging technologies to enhance instruction; and other responsibilities that contribute to the progress of the college. This is a 12-month faculty position at Piedmont Virginia Community College, supporting the college's integrated academic and workforce mission. This hybrid faculty position teaches both credit-bearing and non-credit, skills-based courses supporting PVCC's Biotechnology academic programs and emerging academic and professional offerings in Pharmaceutical Manufacturing. The successful candidate will teach a minimum of 9-11 credit hours and 136-165 non-credit hours per fall and spring semesters, and 6-7 credit hours and 90-110 non-credit hours which may include day, evening and weekend, off-campus, or distance education courses . The candidate's workload may shift instructional offerings (e.g., credit/non-credit) based on the needs of the College and program. Finalists will be invited to present a teaching demonstration.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Instruction (Credit

• Biotechnology) Deliver credit-bearing coursework and laboratory instruction supporting the Biotechnology A.S. transfer degree and stackable Biotechnology Career Studies Certificate Teach across core subject areas, including: General biology Nucleic acid methods Protein applications Microbiology Cell biology Bioinformatics Instruction (Non-Credit
• Skilled Trades & Workforce Development) Provide non-credit workforce training through: FastForward programs Open enrollment courses Employer-responsive training models Design and deliver comprehensive pharmaceutical manufacturing training aligned with regional workforce needs Develop and instruct in specialized subject areas, including: Safety and personal protective equipment ( PPE ) Current good documentation practices Quantitative skills for pharmaceutical manufacturing Good manufacturing practices ( GMP ) and documentation Disinfection, sterilization, and containment Aseptic technique at the bench and in the biosafety cabinet Cell culture and fermentation Upstream and downstream process validation Manual fill-finish operations (capping, inspection) Regulatory compliance ( FDA , EPA , OSHA ) and inspection preparation Program Development and Curriculum Design Create flexible, industry-aligned curriculum across multiple delivery formats, including: Traditional academic courses Credit for prior learning ( CPL ) Bootcamps and intensive workforce pathways Modular and short-term training programs Align curriculum with industry standards, including NIBRT competencies Support external validation through Bioscience Core Skills Institute micro-credentials Prepare students for industry-recognized certifications, including: Manufacturing Specialist (MS) credential Workforce and Employer Engagement Collaborate with regional employers to develop customized training solutions Deliver instruction in flexible formats such as: Evening and weekend courses Cohort-based programs On-demand or employer-sponsored training Piedmont Community College offers a robust benefits package , including: State of Virginia employee benefits Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, and vision) Virginia Retirement System ( VRS ) participation Generous annual leave and paid holidays Professional development opportunities Continuous learning programs Access to wellness resources and employee assistance programs Special Assignments May be required to perform other duties as assigned.

May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor. KSA's/Required Qualifications Master's degree in Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, or related field. Two years of related occupational experience. Demonstrable technical experience with biotechnology or pharmaceutical manufacturing. Industry-recognized certification(s). Additional Considerations Ph.D. in Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, or related field. Demonstrated experience working with a diverse student population. Demonstrated experience with course and program development. Experience advising and mentoring students. Experience teaching or tutoring online and in-person. Experience teaching in higher education, especially within a community college. Operation of a State Vehicle No Supervises Employees No Required Travel college service area Posting Detail Information Posting Number FAC_1945P Recruitment Type General Public

• G Number of Vacancies 1 Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date 05/22/2026 Job Close Date 06/08/2026 Open Until Filled Agency Website pvcc.

edu Contact Name Human Resources Email humanresources@pvcc.edu Phone Number 434.961.6567 Special Instructions to Applicants In order to better serve our customers, PVCC will only accept online applications. PVCC will not accept hand-delivered applications or applications submitted by mail, email, or fax. Cover letters, resume/curriculum vitae, and unofficial transcripts (if required) must be attached electronically to the online application. Unofficial copies of transcripts will suffice for initial review. Official transcripts are required upon employment. Foreign transcripts must be evaluated by an accredited evaluation service. Finalists will be invited to present a teaching demonstration. To be considered in the initial screening, apply online by June 1, 2026. Additional Information Candidates requiring immigration sponsorship are not eligible for consideration at this time. Piedmont Virginia Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, political affiliation, disability, veteran status, sex, age or sexual orientation in its programs and activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Associate Vice President of Human Resources, 501 College Dr., Main Building, Room M132, Charlottesville, VA 22902; 434.961.6567. We are a "Virginia Values Veterans" (V3) official certified company and state agency that provides hiring preference to Veterans and Members of the Virginia National Guard in support of Executive Order 29, (2010). If you are a Veteran or Virginia National Guard Member, we urge you to respond accordingly on your state application. Background Check Statement Disclaimer The selected candidate's offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth's Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/ EEO Statement The Virginia Community College System ( VCCS ) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors. ADA Statement The Virginia Community College System ( VCCS ) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts ( ADA and ADAAA ), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested. E-Verify Statement VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.

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