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Full-Time Biology Faculty

Kishwaukee College

Kishwaukee College

USD 55,926-60,926 / year
Posted on Feb 9, 2026
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Full-Time Biology Faculty

Posting Details

Position Information
Position Title Full-Time Biology Faculty
Job Summary
This full-time, nine-month (fall and spring semesters) faculty position in the Biology Department will focus on instruction in Anatomy and Physiology, with additional teaching in Human Biology and General Biology. The fall/spring teaching load may include daytime, evening, online, hybrid, and flex course offerings. The successful candidate should be able to work with students with a wide range of academic preparation and collaborate with other faculty in professional activities. Candidates must exhibit an effective teaching style that supports innovative instruction, the use of technology and the success of a diverse student body.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Mastery of disciplinary content
  • Facility with a variety of instructional and office productivity technologies
  • Proficiency in assessment of student learning
  • Competence in teaching strategies that foster active learning and student success
  • Effectiveness in leadership, organizational, and team-building skill
Required Qualifications
  • Master’s degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution in Biological Sciences, Human Anatomical Sciences, or a related field with at least 18 graduate credits in Biology coursework and
  • Strong academic preparation in Human Anatomy and Physiology
  • Proficiency in operating and maintaining biology laboratory equipment, and ability to support safe and effective laboratory instruction
  • Commitment to community college mission
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively as a team member
  • Demonstrated skills in effective communication in English, both spoken and written
Preferred Qualifications
  • Two (2) years of teaching experience, community college experience preferred
  • Demonstrated use of varied, effective instructional modalities, including but not limited to online, hybrid, laboratory, lecture, and active-learning formats
  • Documented experience with mammalian dissection and hands-on laboratory instruction
  • Experience with curriculum and course development
Physical Demands
  • Work is normally performed in a general office, laboratory and classroom environments
  • Light physical activity required; must be able to work in an office setting, use standard office equipment, and communicate effectively in various formats
  • Primarily daytime hours with some evening and weekends to support College events and initiatives
EOE Statement
Kishwaukee College is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and any reasonable and timely accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act will be made upon documented request by the employee.
Position Status
Hours per Week 40+
Weeks per Year 52
Budgeted Hours per Year 2080
Temporary Position - Begin Date
Temporary Positions - End Date
Type of Position Faculty (Full-time) KCEA
Hiring Salary Range Requested $55,926.00 - $60,926.00
Support Staff Pay Band (if applicable)
Support Staff Pay Range (if applicable
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number F098P
Number of Vacancies 1
Job Open Date 01/26/2026
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions Summary
Advertising Summary Internal Posting for Position, College Website
Posting Link https://kish.peopleadmin.com/postings/4303
Illustrative Examples of Essential Functions
Job Duty Name
Description of Job Duty
  • Actively support curriculum development and course and program assessment
  • Contribute to departmental, campus, and college efforts to ensure student success
  • Promote the philosophy, mission, and vision of Kishwaukee College
  • Provide engaging, enthusiastic, and student-centered teaching to community college students
  • Establish a professional classroom atmosphere encouraging mutual respect and civil engagement
  • Contribute to a collegial, collaborative, and positive attitude across the campus
  • Understand and convey the essentials of the course content that students should master
  • Maintain high academic standards while demonstrating equity and fairness
  • Perform the necessary duties of an instructor to ensure quality instruction
    • 1. Establish productive and supportive communication with students
    • 2. Prepare course syllabi following the college-approved format and course content
    • 3. Organize and conduct classes in accordance with the published class schedule
    • 4. Evaluate student progress through regularly scheduled assessments and exams
    • 5. Promptly return graded work to students and maintain student grade records
    • 6. Maintain required office hour schedule
  • Participate in professional development activities to maintain currency in discipline, as well as college and legislative policies
Essential Duty? Yes
Percentage Of Time 100

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
  3. Transcripts
Optional Documents
  1. Letter of Recommendation
  2. Curriculum Vitae
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