Microbiology Adjunct Instructor (TEMPORARY)
Company: Contra Costa Community College District
Location: Pleasant Hill
Posted on: September 19, 2023
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Job Description:
Posting Details
Posting Details (Default Section)
Position Title
Microbiology Adjunct Instructor (TEMPORARY)
Special Instructions to Applicants
N/A
Description of Position
DVC inspires, educates, and empowers a diverse community of
students to transform their lives and their communities. DVC
instructors close the equity gaps by fostering success among all
students.
To further this work, DVC is looking for adjunct instructors to
teach a variety of biology courses, though specifically
Fundamentals of Microbiology (BIOSC-119).
Our Vision for Social Justice
N/A
Inquiries
Kimberly Taugher
ktaugher@dvc.edu
Recruitment Type
Faculty
Location
Diablo Valley College
Posting Number
F00884
# of Openings
pool
Salary
Initial salary placement for full-time, tenure track positions is
based on academic degree(s), upper/graduate level units earned,
and/or qualifying related professional occupation experience which
ranges from $59,112 to $99,876 per year (Up to $117k). Adjunct
instructor rate is $56.30-$88.35 per hour (up to $99.71).
Position Status
Temporary
EEO Job Category
Faculty & Other Instructional Staff
Employee Group
Part-Time Faculty
Department
D3500-Biological Sciences
Discipline
Biological sciences
Alternate Discipline
Duties and Responsibilities
Adjunct Faculty duties and responsibilities include but are not
limited to:
1. providing instruction in accordance with established curriculum,
course outlines and class schedules;
2. creating and maintaining an environment which emphasizes
learning, encourages free discussion of ideas and critical
thinking;
3. evaluating progress of students concerning educational matters
and grades student work;
4. meeting with students outside of class;
5. maintaining appropriate standards of professional conduct and
ethics;
6. maintaining current knowledge in the subject matter areas;
7. fulfilling professional responsibilities of a
part-time/temporary faculty member;
8. maintaining accurate academic records;
9. performing other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualification-Education/Experience
Understanding of and sensitivity to the diverse academic,
socioeconomic, cultural, sexual orientation and ethnic backgrounds
of community college students, staff and faculty.
Master's in any biological scienceOR Bachelor's in any biological
science AND Master's in biochemistry, biophysics, or marine
scienceOR the equivalent
License/Certificates/Credentials
N/A
Desirable Qualifications
Job Open Date:
07/18/2022
Job Close Date:
Open Until Filled
Yes
Employment Begins:
Fall 2022
# of Months
5 months
Employee Benefits
Membership in State Teachers Retirement System (STRS)
District-paid benefits (employee contributes 6%) for employee and
dependents/domestic partners include:
- Medical (Anthem Blue Cross or Kaiser) insurance including
chiropractic services
- Dental and vision
- Flexible spending (125) plan
- Life and long-term disability insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Deferred compensation (403b and 457)
- Sabbatical Leave
Additional Benefits: The District also offers eligible faculty
employees, travel assistance plan, retiree benefits, and employee
discounts on health memberships.
Newly hired employees may notify the respective union (Local 1 or
United Faculty) if they opt to join and/or authorize payment to the
union. If the newly hired employee authorizes payment to the union
then the following fees apply: Local 1 has a one-time initiation
fee of $45.00 and monthly contribution of 1% of gross pay +$1.
United Faculty has an agency fee of .55% of gross pay plus
$2.50.
How to Apply
1. Interested applicants must submit all of the application
materials online to be considered for this position. We do not
accept hand-delivered, e-mailed, faxed or postal mailed application
packets.
2. It is your responsibility to ensure that all application
materials are received.
3. You should submit an unofficial transcript for screening
purposes. If you do not have electronic version of the transcript
required for the position, you can have it scanned by a Staples,
Office Max or Office Depot, etc. All applicants will have an
opportunity to upload transcripts when completing our online
application process. You should be prepared to provide an official
transcripts prior to employment start date should the position be
offered.
4. If you do not possess the required educational degrees and are
applying under the equivalency process, you bear the responsibility
of submitting the District's Equivalency Application. Equivalency
applications with supporting documentation should be submitted when
1) degrees are not in exact discipline required; 2) degree is in
progress; 3) degrees were earned at a college or university outside
of the United States. All applicants will have an opportunity to
upload an equivalency form for evaluation by a college equivalency
committee when completing our online application process.
5. Applicants with foreign degrees must provide official
certification of equivalency to United States degrees. An approved
National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES)
agency must evaluate your course work. All applicants will have an
opportunity to upload a foreign degree evaluation for review of by
a college equivalency committee when completing our online
application process. Please read more details in the Foreign Degree
and Credit Statement section of the job announcement.
6. Documents uploaded online must be the actual documents to be
considered for review. Do not upload a "placeholder" document.
Applications with placeholder documents are considered incomplete
and will be rejected. Only upload the required documents, other
materials can be presented if you are selected for an
interview.
7. All application materials become the property of the district
and will not be returned or duplicated.
Selection Process
Applications will be screened to ensure the applicant meets the
minimum qualifications as stated in the job announcement.
1. The applications, cover letters, resumes, unofficial college
transcripts, and other supporting materials submitted by all
qualified applicants will be reviewed by a screening committee.
Those who are deemed to possess the highest degree of desirable
qualifications will be invited to the college at their own
expense.
2. During the campus visit, each applicant will be interviewed and
may be asked to conduct a demonstration appropriate to the
discipline. Responses to the interview questions and demonstration
will be rated by the interview committee.
3. Upon hire, the successful candidate must meet the conditions of
employment. Finalists must provide verification of transcripts. TB
test, physical examination, fingerprinting/conviction clearance and
proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States.
Foreign Degree and Credit Statement
In accordance with the United Faculty Contract, Article 20.3.1.3.2,
all foreign degrees and credits used to meet the minimum
qualifications must be evaluated by an approved National
Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) agency
www.naces.org prior to the implementation of the equivalency
process. Please upload your evaluation with your application when
you apply for this position. We cannot accept foreign degree
evaluations after the closing date
ADA Accommodations:
Candidates with legally defined disabilities may request reasonable
accommodations by notifying the Human Resources Department by the
deadline date. Candidates will be required to supply documentation
supporting the need for the accommodation when the request is made.
Please complete the forms provided in the links above and email
to
COVID-19 Information
Contra Costa Community College District is returning to some
in-person activities, in a gradual, responsive process that is
following all relevant local, state, federal, and CDC guidance
related to COVID-19. Applicants are advised that the Contra Costa
Community College District has mandated that District employees
will need to be vaccinated, test regularly, or obtain a waiver for
religious or medical reasons. For those employees who receive a
waiver they will be required to wear a mask and test regularly. If
this employment condition is unacceptable to an applicant, they
should not apply for consideration.
Quick Link
https://www.4cdcareers.net/postings/8767
About Us
About the District
The mission of the Contra Costa Community College District is to
transform lives by providing outstanding learning opportunities
that nurture and empower all students to achieve their educational
goals. The dedicated faculty, classified professionals and
administrators in the District are committed to core values and
action that promote excellence in learning and equitable student
success. The District is committed to hiring and developing a
diverse staff that understands that cultural diversity in the
academic environment promotes academic excellence; fosters
cultural, racial and human understanding; provides positive role
models for all students; and creates an inclusive and supportive
educational work environment for its students, employees, and the
community it serves.
Located in Contra Costa County, in the beautiful and diverse San
Francisco East Bay area, the District serves the 1 million
residents of the County through education, business partnerships
and service in the community. The District first opened its doors
in 1949 and is the second oldest and eighth largest multi-college
community college district in California. The District consists of
three colleges and two centers; Contra Costa College in San Pablo;
Diablo Valley College in Pleasant Hill; Los Medanos College in
Pittsburg; and the centers in Brentwood and San Ramon. The District
Office located in downtown Martinez, supports the mission and
functions of the colleges.
As evidenced by the rich diversity in Contra Costa County, the
District enrolls a highly diverse student population. Serving over
50,354 students a year, in 2019-20 fiscal year the demographic
make-up of the students was 9% Black/African American; 17%
Asian/Pacific Islander; 35% Hispanic/Latino; 26% White/Caucasian;
and 13% Other.
The District actively encourages a diverse pool of applicants to
serve the dynamic student population and work collaboratively with
existing colleagues that are equally dynamic and diverse.
Contra Costa College
Contra Costa College is a dynamic, comprehensive community college
with a diverse student population. The institution has served the
communities of West Contra Costa County for more than 69 years.
Most of the 10,500-plus students who attend the college come from
local communities, but many also come from neighboring communities
and from countries throughout the world. The college offers
certificates and degree programs in 70 areas. It prepares students
for immediate employment and for transfer to four-year colleges and
universities. Faculty and staff are proud to be affiliated with an
institution that has a tradition of excellence and a reputation for
educating students to live and work in a diverse global
environment.
Diablo Valley College
DVC is committed to increasing student success. The college has
distinguished itself as one of the nation's most successful
community colleges by offering incomparable transfer opportunities
and exceptional career-technical programs. In both Pleasant Hill
and San Ramon, a diverse student body engages with high-quality
instruction and support services designed for excellence and equity
in student learning. DVC's career-technical programs keep pace with
emerging technologies and skill requirements, while unparalleled
transfer programs prepare students to be successful in four-year
colleges and universities. DVC continuously ranks among the top
transfer pathways to UC Berkeley.
Los Medanos College
Los Medanos College, opened in 1974, is the newest campus of the
Contra Costa Community College District. The college prepares
students to excel and succeed economically, socially and
intellectually in an innovative, engaging and supportive learning
environment. LMC provides quality programs and state-of-the-art
facilities to serve the needs of a rapidly-growing and changing
East County while enhancing the quality of life of the diverse
communities it serves. Los Medanos College is known for its
transferable general education program and career technical
programs strongly connected with local business and industry. The
college serves approximately 10,000 students.
Diversity Statement
It is the District's policy to ensure that all qualified applicants
for employment and employees have full and equal access to
employment opportunity, and are not subjected to discrimination in
any program or activity of the District on the basis of ethnic
group identity, race, color, ancestry, religion, marital status,
sex, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression,
age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical
condition, genetic information, veteran status, parental status,
citizenship or because an individual is perceived to have one or
more of these characteristics or based on association with a person
or group with one or more of these actual or perceived
characteristics.
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