Part-Time Biology Instructor

Salary

$ $105.85 Hourly

Location

Chula Vista Campus - Chula Vista, CA

Job Type

Part-Time Faculty

Job Number

00181

Division

Academic Affairs

Department

Sch of Math, Science & Engr

Opening Date

12/19/2025

FLSA

Determined by Position

Funding Type

District

Initial Screening Deadline

01/11/2026

Start Date

January 26, 2025

Southwestern Community College District (SWCCD) is committed to meeting the educational goals of its students in an inclusive environment that promotes intellectual growth and develops human potential. We are the leader in equitable education that transforms the lives of students and communities.

SWCCD employees are collegial and collaborative. They demonstrate the highest degree of professionalism, integrity and respect when interacting with students, colleagues, leadership and members of the Jaguar community. Our employees actively honor and respect diversity to foster a safe and welcoming community where all are inspired to participate and realize a sense of belonging.

Incumbents exhibit an equity-minded focus, responsiveness, and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, and employees, including those with physical or learning disabilities, and successfully foster and support an inclusive educational and employment environment.

Applications for Part-Time, Adjunct Instructor pools are continually accepted (unless otherwise specified) by the District. They will be added to the application pool for review by hiring authorities on an as-needed basis. Should you be invited for an interview, you will be contacted by a District representative.

Southwestern College is looking to hire a local part-time instructor to teach the following Biological Sciences courses:

• Biology for majors
• Biology for allied health – Anatomy, Physiology, Microbiology
• Biology for general education

Please specify which course(s) you would be comfortable teaching in the application or cover letter.

Classes are offered at multiple campuses and in various modalities (face-to-face, hybrid, and online).

If a course is offered online, completion of a 5-week Distance Education Faculty Training (DEFT) certification will be required prior to staffing (compensation available); or proof of a district approved Distance Education training course may be accepted in lieu of DEFT. Please visit the college's DEFT Certification webpage for more information.

Master's in any biological science OR Bachelor's in any biological science

AND

Master's in biochemistry, biophysics, or marine science OR the equivalent.

Additional assessment is required for applicants with foreign degrees from colleges or universities outside of the United States. Applicants must have their coursework evaluated by a professional association that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services ( NACES ) and must submit a copy of the evaluation with the application.

For more information, please contact Silvia Nadalet at or the School of Mathematics, Science and Engineering, at or at

Application Process:

A confirmation email will be sent once your application packet has been successfully submitted.

It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to ensure that all required application materials are submitted by the initial screening deadline date. Required materials including a current resume, unofficial transcripts verifying awarded degree(s) and completion date, and any relevant certifications, diplomas, or licenses that demonstrate you meet the minimum qualifications of the position. Failure to submit supporting documentations may result in an incomplete application.

Applications should be completed thoroughly, and resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application but should be attached as a supporting document. All notifications to applicants will be sent electronically to the email address provided in the application.

A separate, complete application packet is required for each position for which you are applying for. All materials included in your application packet become SWCCD property, will not be returned, will not be copied, and will be considered for this opening only.

For Academic positions (only): If you do not possess the exact degree major(s) listed in the minimum qualifications section, you will need to submit an equivalency application.

A screening committee will evaluate applicants, taking into