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DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW:
The Biology Department at Butte College is committed to serving our diverse student population across several pathways including health occupations, Biology majors, and general education. The department of Biological Sciences seeks a well-rounded biologist to enhance our expanding program for a full-time tenure track position in our newly constructed science building. The applicant will join a department committed to excellence in education serving our student population in an inclusive, student-centered environment. We are proud to be one of the departments on campus that offers high-demand courses at the three Butte College locations: Main Campus with its 928-acre wildlife refuge, Chico Center, and Glenn County Center.  

POSITION DUTIES: 
In addition to the representative duties listed below, this position is also responsible for: 

• The applicant may teach any of the courses offered in the department with the primary focus on Introductory Biology (BIOL 1), Human Biology (BIOL 02), and Human Anatomy (BIOL 20, C-ID BIOL 110B). Course modality will primarily be in-person; the applicant may have additional assignments outside of the Main Campus including the Chico Center and Glenn County Center in Orland. 

• Regular presence at the Main Campus for mentoring, collaboration, professional development, and shared governance. 

Butte-Glenn Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Butte-Glenn Community College District will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals. Butte-Glenn Community College District encourages both incumbents and individuals who have been offered employment to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s in any biological science; OR

• Bachelor’s in any biological science AND Master’s in biochemistry, biophysics, or marine science; OR

• Possession of a current California Community College Credential that permits full-time service as an instructor in the applicable discipline; OR 

• The equivalent  (Download PDF reader)(Applicants wishing to be considered for employment under District equivalency standards must submit a detailed statement explaining how you possess the equivalent to the minimum qualifications discussed above.)

DIVERSITY AND EQUITY QUALIFICATIONS:

• Demonstrated understanding of and responsiveness to the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds that characterize community college students in a manner specific to the position.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Broad background in Biology with strong academic, research, and/or professional experience.

• Experience in teaching a variety of Biology courses, especially at a community college. 

• Experience using an outdoor educational environment. 

• Ability to facilitate dynamic, student-centered, effective classroom experiences with varied teaching methods. 

• Experience with culturally responsive pedagogical techniques and effective practices to address equity gaps and engage diverse students, especially Hispanic/Latinx, who have been historically underrepresented and underserved in traditional STEM classrooms. 

• Demonstration of continuing professional development and currency in biology and pedagogy, as well as diversity, equity, inclusion, anti-racism, and accessibility.? 

• An understanding of, and experience in, course design and curriculum development.

• Experience mentoring students and/or extracurricular student groups.? 

• Teaching students to think critically and analytically. 

• Experience and/or interest in cadaver prosection and dissection.? 

• Evidence of collaboration with colleagues, including faculty, staff, and lab technicians. 

• Participation in initiatives to enhance pedagogy on campus and beyond.