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Part‑time Faculty Biology Instructor
The Montgomery College, Takoma Park/Silver Spring Campus, is currently accepting applications for part‑time faculty teaching Biology. We are seeking an enthusiastic, dedicated teacher who exhibits professionalism, a strong commitment to students, and an ability to motivate and educate in an engaging manner. Applications are accepted on a continuous basis and may be reviewed periodically based on student enrollment needs.
Duties and Responsibilities
Teach assigned lecture, discussion, and/or laboratory courses in biology.
Plan and prepare instructional materials, develop course syllabi, write assignments and exams, and coordinate classroom instruction and related activities.
Teach a varied schedule of courses that may include daytime, evening, weekend, and accelerated sessions, including summer sessions.
Follow guidelines from department course coordinators to ensure consistent content coverage across multiple sections.
Administer, grade, and provide timely feedback to monitor student mastery and progress.
Submit student mid‑term and final grades by the college‑established deadlines.
Required Qualifications
Master’s degree in Biological Sciences or a related major with relevant coursework.
Ability to teach in a multicultural setting.
Knowledge of and commitment to the community college philosophy and mission.
Demonstrated commitment to promoting belonging, inclusion, and multicultural competence, and willingness to contribute to the college’s strategic inclusion plan.
Arrange access to a personal computer with virus protection that can connect to the internet outside of the work location, or notify the department chair if none is available; the college may provide temporary access subject to available funds.
Must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsor.
Preferred Qualifications
Ph.D. in Biological Sciences or related field.
Prior college‑level teaching experience in introductory biology courses.
Additional Requirements
For degrees earned outside the U.S., submit a copy of the education equivalency report conducted by a nationally recognized evaluation service.
Employees must live in Maryland or a state where the college has payroll reciprocity (DC, VA, PA, WV, DE, MA).
Successful completion of a background check and degree verification (if applicable).
Accommodations If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact Human Resources and Strategic Talent Management at 240‑567‑5353 or HRSTM@montgomerycollege.edu. A notice of at least two weeks is required to enable the requested accommodation.
Equal Opportunity Statement Montgomery College is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to promoting and fostering diversity among its student body, faculty, and staff. Montgomery College is a tobacco‑free and smoke‑free workplace.
Closing Date Thursday, January 8, 2026
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Duties and Responsibilities
Teach assigned lecture, discussion, and/or laboratory courses in biology.
Plan and prepare instructional materials, develop course syllabi, write assignments and exams, and coordinate classroom instruction and related activities.
Teach a varied schedule of courses that may include daytime, evening, weekend, and accelerated sessions, including summer sessions.
Follow guidelines from department course coordinators to ensure consistent content coverage across multiple sections.
Administer, grade, and provide timely feedback to monitor student mastery and progress.
Submit student mid‑term and final grades by the college‑established deadlines.
Required Qualifications
Master’s degree in Biological Sciences or a related major with relevant coursework.
Ability to teach in a multicultural setting.
Knowledge of and commitment to the community college philosophy and mission.
Demonstrated commitment to promoting belonging, inclusion, and multicultural competence, and willingness to contribute to the college’s strategic inclusion plan.
Arrange access to a personal computer with virus protection that can connect to the internet outside of the work location, or notify the department chair if none is available; the college may provide temporary access subject to available funds.
Must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsor.
Preferred Qualifications
Ph.D. in Biological Sciences or related field.
Prior college‑level teaching experience in introductory biology courses.
Additional Requirements
For degrees earned outside the U.S., submit a copy of the education equivalency report conducted by a nationally recognized evaluation service.
Employees must live in Maryland or a state where the college has payroll reciprocity (DC, VA, PA, WV, DE, MA).
Successful completion of a background check and degree verification (if applicable).
Accommodations If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact Human Resources and Strategic Talent Management at 240‑567‑5353 or HRSTM@montgomerycollege.edu. A notice of at least two weeks is required to enable the requested accommodation.
Equal Opportunity Statement Montgomery College is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to promoting and fostering diversity among its student body, faculty, and staff. Montgomery College is a tobacco‑free and smoke‑free workplace.
Closing Date Thursday, January 8, 2026
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