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Title: Instructor, CC (Biological Sciences)Position Number: 0086659Hiring Unit: Hawaii Community CollegeLocation: HiloDate Posted: June 3, 2026Closing Date: June 18, 2026Salary Information: C2C09, Minimum $5,537.00 per month Monthly Type: 9 MonthTenure Track: TenureFull Time/Part Time: Full TimeTemporary/Permanent: PermanentFunding: GeneralOther Conditions: General funds, to begin approximately August 2026, pending availability of funds and actual staffing requirements. Position may be converted from 9 to 11 months or 11 to 9 months based on operational needs.Duties and Responsibilities: Under general supervision, instruct students in transfer and non-transfer level General Biology, Botany, Microbiology, and Zoology.Workload involves in-person teaching but may include various off-campus locations islandwide, day or evening classes, weekend classes, and distance education classes using multiple teaching methodologies as assigned.Ensures all federal, state and university safety regulations and practices are promoted and followed to ensure a safe learning environmentWork with lab assistant to maintain the lab with adequate supplies and equipment, ensure compliance with biosafety regulations for a biological science laboratory, compliance with OSHA, HIOSH, EPA regulation for chemical importation and chemical waste disposal. Prepares and revises course outcomes and participates in curriculum planning and assessment. Prepares, revises, and assesses course objectives and student learning outcomes at the course, program and college levels.Plans, organizes and carries out instructional and non-instructional assignments, including program assessment and reviews.Maintains a minimum of one office hour, in person, per week for each course taught.Conducts academic advising of students and assists in campus-related student activities.Mentors and advises students.Develops and maintains an approved program of professional self-improvement activities. Participates in department, college and community service, including but not limited to committee and recruitment activities as appropriate. Assists with/participates in campus related activities and in-service training.Engages in public service and professional/scholarly activities related to the profession.Demonstrated commitment to community college mission.Maintains current certifications if applicable.Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications: Master’s degree in Biology, Microbiology, Marine Biology, Molecular and/or Cell Biology, Zoology, Conservation Biology & Environmental Science, Ecology, Global Environmental Science, Natural Resources and Environmental Management, Biochemical Sciences, or any Life Sciences. Desirable Qualification: Teaching experience at the community college and/or university level in the Biological Sciences.Experience in course, laboratory, and curriculum development.Demonstrated ability to teach field courses.Familiarity with tropical island terrestrial and aquatic flora and fauna.Experience with community college philosophy.Demonstrated ability to teach biological science labs.Experience with non-traditional teaching methods.Demonstrated ability to utilize advanced technology and distance education technology in teaching.Experience in course curriculum development.Familiarity with assessment techniques.Familiarity with biosafety regulations for biological science laboratories.Demonstrated ability to work with peers and students in a multi-cultural setting.Ability to communicate clearly.Experience leading or participating in student learning outcome assessment.Demonstrated commitment and/or experience promoting equity and a diverse workforce/academic environment.Demonstrated commitment and/or experience supporting the success of students.Application Submission: Click on the "Apply" button to complete an application and attach the following required documents (REDACT social security number and date of birth on all uploaded documents).Cover letter outlining how you meet minimum and desirable qualifications;Names and contact information of three (3) professional references;Resume. A Copy of your academic transcript(s) appropriate to the position MUST be attached in order to verify all courses completed and/or degree conferred(unofficial transcripts are acceptable; copies of diplomas will NOT be accepted).If transcript(s) are not provided, the candidate’s degree(s) or coursework will not be considered.Official transcripts are required at the time of hire.Transcripts issued outside the United States of America require a course-by-course analysis with an equivalency statement from an agency having membership with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, Inc., verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA will be required before date of hire. Expense of the evaluation shall be borne by the applicant.NOTE: All minimum qualifications must be met by the effective date of appointment.Letters of recommendation are welcome.The application will be considered incomplete if material is unreadable, or required documents are not submitted by the closing date. Incomplete applications will not be considered.All documents/information submitted become the property of Hawaii Community College and will not be returned.If multiple applications are submitted, only the last application received will be considered.If you have not applied for a position before using NEOGOV, you will need to create an account. Inquiries: 808-934-2525
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The University of Hawai'i is an Equal Opportunity Institution and is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in employment, including on the basis of veteran and disability status. For more information, visit: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/policies/Employment is contingent on satisfying employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986; reference checks of previous employers; and for certain positions, criminal history record checks.In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, annual campus crime statistics for the University of Hawai'i may be viewed at: https://www.hawaii.edu/titleix/help/campus-security/, or a paper copy may be obtained upon request from the respective UH Campus Security or Administrative Services Office.Accommodation Request: The University of Hawai'i complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the EEO coordinator directly. Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. For further information, please refer to the following link: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/accommodation-request/
