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Biology Instructor (Full-Time, Tenure-Track) Clovis Community College
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Biology Instructor (Full-Time, Tenure-Track) Clovis Community College
Closing Date:
2/5/2026 at 11:55 PM
Campus Location:
Clovis Community College
Start Date:
12/23/2025
Essential Functions At Clovis Community College we value the ability to serve students from a broad range of cultural heritages, socioeconomic backgrounds, genders, abilities and orientations. We prioritize applicants who demonstrate they understand the benefits a diverse student population brings to a community college. The successful candidate will be an equity-minded leader committed to student success achieved through collaboration with faculty, classified staff, administration, students and community partners who are also dedicated to closing equity gaps.
An Equity-minded Individual Is a Person Who:
Understands the importance of holding ourselves accountable as educators for closing equity gaps and engaging in equitable practices
Reframes inequities as a problem of practice and views the elimination of inequities as an individual and collective responsibility
Encourages positive race-consciousness and embraces human difference
Supports institutional practices that both develop and sustain culturally responsive teaching and learning environments
Strategically builds support for and participation in equity-related initiatives across both our internal and external communities
Responsibilities
Teaching courses for Biology majors and non-majors as assigned
Developing and maintaining curriculum and a transfer degree program in biology
Maintaining and ordering equipment and supplies needed to outfit the laboratory sections associated with the biology program
Cooperating with colleagues in course scheduling
Participating in curriculum review and program development revision
Communicating effectively and working cooperatively with students, staff, campus and community organizations
Advising students and participating in student recruitment activities
Participating in the accreditation process
Participating in the evaluation of adjunct instructors
Serving on and attending department, college, and district committees as needed
Participating in course scheduling, program review, student learning outcome development and assessment to improve student learning
Teaching assignments in a variety of instructional settings and times, including evenings and/or weekends, online or off-campus and large group instruction classes as needed
Otherwise fulfilling all of the duties and responsibilities of instructors as required by Administrative Regulation 7122
Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
Evidenced responsiveness to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, and related equity-minded practice in the classroom
Master's in any biological science; or
Bachelor's in any biological science and master's in biochemistry, biophysics, or marine science; or
A valid California Community College Credential; or
Equivalent education and/or experience (requires an equivalency)
Note:
If the degrees posted on your transcript(s) do not match exactly as stated above, you must petition for equivalency.
Desirable Qualifications
Experience and skill incorporating elements of diversity, equity, and inclusion into all areas of responsibility
Recent experience working with African American, Asian/Pacific Islander, Latinx, Native American, and other racially minoritized students in the classroom
Experience working with students of various cultural, gender, age, socioeconomic, and ethnic backgrounds including students with disabilities
Willingness to examine and remediate one's instructional, relational, and classroom practices to more effectively engage and support racially minoritized students
Related work and professional experience
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with students and staff
Demonstrated ability to work with computers, and other technologies, which are utilized in providing high-quality instruction and support to students
Advise students and participate in student recruitment activities
Experience teaching human biology, human anatomy, microbiology and human physiology
Strong background in Anatomy and/or Physiology
Experience teaching Anatomy and Physiology at the higher education level
Demonstrated desire to innovate and lead Anatomy and/or Physiology courses
Experience teaching biology to both majors and non-majors
Experience teaching both lecture and laboratory biology courses at the secondary, or post-secondary level
Experience performing specialized and technical duties to assure efficient biology laboratory operations
Certified to teach in an online or hybrid environment
Knowledge of student success models/orientation programs designed to improve student success and retention
Knowledge of current assessment methods and materials
Knowledge of the community college and its mission and goals
Conditions Of Employment 178 duty days per year.
Salary And Benefits Starting annual salary is $71,054 - $106,970 based on education and experience. An annual doctoral stipend of $2,419 is available. In addition, the District offers an attractive fringe benefit package including medical, dental, and vision coverage for the employee and dependents, and life insurance. Employees are also members of the California State Teacher's Retirement System (CalSTRS).
Selection Procedure Applications will be screened by Human Resources for completeness and to determine which applicants meet the minimum qualifications as stated in the job announcement.
From the applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and who have submitted all the required documents by the closing date and time listed on the job announcement, a selection advisory committee will review the candidates who are best qualified based on the minimum and desirable qualifications then determine who will be invited to interview.
Interview Schedule
FIRST LEVEL INTERVIEWS THE WEEK OF March 2, 2026
FINAL INTERVIEWS THE WEEK OF March 16, 2026 – selection advisory committee will rate responses, teaching demonstration, and writing prompt (if applicable). Based on this rating, a small number of applicants will be selected as the "recommended candidates". These candidates will be forwarded to the Vice President and College President for final interviews.
EEO Statement State Center Community College District is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering innovation and inclusivity. We respond proactively to the diverse needs of the community and welcome individuals excited to join our District's purpose to support student success both locally and globally. United, we the faculty, classified professionals and administrators pledge to treat all applicants and employees fairly and equitably.
Contact Information For more information, contact the Academic Human Resources Office, 1171 Fulton St, Fresno, California, 93721, (559) 243-7100.
About The College Located in the heart of California, Clovis Community College is one of the newest and fastest growing community colleges. It offers quality education in a friendly, innovative, and contemporary setting to students from the Fresno, Clovis, and foothill communities. Accredited in 2015, the College's culture is based on a commitment to and a vision for creating and maintaining a collaborative teaching and learning environment that fosters equitable student achievement and academic excellence.
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2/5/2026 at 11:55 PM
Campus Location:
Clovis Community College
Start Date:
12/23/2025
Essential Functions At Clovis Community College we value the ability to serve students from a broad range of cultural heritages, socioeconomic backgrounds, genders, abilities and orientations. We prioritize applicants who demonstrate they understand the benefits a diverse student population brings to a community college. The successful candidate will be an equity-minded leader committed to student success achieved through collaboration with faculty, classified staff, administration, students and community partners who are also dedicated to closing equity gaps.
An Equity-minded Individual Is a Person Who:
Understands the importance of holding ourselves accountable as educators for closing equity gaps and engaging in equitable practices
Reframes inequities as a problem of practice and views the elimination of inequities as an individual and collective responsibility
Encourages positive race-consciousness and embraces human difference
Supports institutional practices that both develop and sustain culturally responsive teaching and learning environments
Strategically builds support for and participation in equity-related initiatives across both our internal and external communities
Responsibilities
Teaching courses for Biology majors and non-majors as assigned
Developing and maintaining curriculum and a transfer degree program in biology
Maintaining and ordering equipment and supplies needed to outfit the laboratory sections associated with the biology program
Cooperating with colleagues in course scheduling
Participating in curriculum review and program development revision
Communicating effectively and working cooperatively with students, staff, campus and community organizations
Advising students and participating in student recruitment activities
Participating in the accreditation process
Participating in the evaluation of adjunct instructors
Serving on and attending department, college, and district committees as needed
Participating in course scheduling, program review, student learning outcome development and assessment to improve student learning
Teaching assignments in a variety of instructional settings and times, including evenings and/or weekends, online or off-campus and large group instruction classes as needed
Otherwise fulfilling all of the duties and responsibilities of instructors as required by Administrative Regulation 7122
Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
Evidenced responsiveness to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, and related equity-minded practice in the classroom
Master's in any biological science; or
Bachelor's in any biological science and master's in biochemistry, biophysics, or marine science; or
A valid California Community College Credential; or
Equivalent education and/or experience (requires an equivalency)
Note:
If the degrees posted on your transcript(s) do not match exactly as stated above, you must petition for equivalency.
Desirable Qualifications
Experience and skill incorporating elements of diversity, equity, and inclusion into all areas of responsibility
Recent experience working with African American, Asian/Pacific Islander, Latinx, Native American, and other racially minoritized students in the classroom
Experience working with students of various cultural, gender, age, socioeconomic, and ethnic backgrounds including students with disabilities
Willingness to examine and remediate one's instructional, relational, and classroom practices to more effectively engage and support racially minoritized students
Related work and professional experience
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with students and staff
Demonstrated ability to work with computers, and other technologies, which are utilized in providing high-quality instruction and support to students
Advise students and participate in student recruitment activities
Experience teaching human biology, human anatomy, microbiology and human physiology
Strong background in Anatomy and/or Physiology
Experience teaching Anatomy and Physiology at the higher education level
Demonstrated desire to innovate and lead Anatomy and/or Physiology courses
Experience teaching biology to both majors and non-majors
Experience teaching both lecture and laboratory biology courses at the secondary, or post-secondary level
Experience performing specialized and technical duties to assure efficient biology laboratory operations
Certified to teach in an online or hybrid environment
Knowledge of student success models/orientation programs designed to improve student success and retention
Knowledge of current assessment methods and materials
Knowledge of the community college and its mission and goals
Conditions Of Employment 178 duty days per year.
Salary And Benefits Starting annual salary is $71,054 - $106,970 based on education and experience. An annual doctoral stipend of $2,419 is available. In addition, the District offers an attractive fringe benefit package including medical, dental, and vision coverage for the employee and dependents, and life insurance. Employees are also members of the California State Teacher's Retirement System (CalSTRS).
Selection Procedure Applications will be screened by Human Resources for completeness and to determine which applicants meet the minimum qualifications as stated in the job announcement.
From the applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and who have submitted all the required documents by the closing date and time listed on the job announcement, a selection advisory committee will review the candidates who are best qualified based on the minimum and desirable qualifications then determine who will be invited to interview.
Interview Schedule
FIRST LEVEL INTERVIEWS THE WEEK OF March 2, 2026
FINAL INTERVIEWS THE WEEK OF March 16, 2026 – selection advisory committee will rate responses, teaching demonstration, and writing prompt (if applicable). Based on this rating, a small number of applicants will be selected as the "recommended candidates". These candidates will be forwarded to the Vice President and College President for final interviews.
EEO Statement State Center Community College District is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering innovation and inclusivity. We respond proactively to the diverse needs of the community and welcome individuals excited to join our District's purpose to support student success both locally and globally. United, we the faculty, classified professionals and administrators pledge to treat all applicants and employees fairly and equitably.
Contact Information For more information, contact the Academic Human Resources Office, 1171 Fulton St, Fresno, California, 93721, (559) 243-7100.
About The College Located in the heart of California, Clovis Community College is one of the newest and fastest growing community colleges. It offers quality education in a friendly, innovative, and contemporary setting to students from the Fresno, Clovis, and foothill communities. Accredited in 2015, the College's culture is based on a commitment to and a vision for creating and maintaining a collaborative teaching and learning environment that fosters equitable student achievement and academic excellence.
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