Full-Time Biology Instructor at Gavilan College Share on X   Print Application Deadline

2/20/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

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Full-Time Biology Instructor

 

Gavilan College 

 

Salary: $67,466.20 - $99,745.42 Annually

 

Location: Gilroy Campus

 

Job Type: Full-Time Faculty

 

Job Number: 202500118

 

Department: Biology

 

Closing: 2/27/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

 

Bargaining Unit: GC

 

Definition

 

Full-Time Faculty Position (1.0 FTE)

Tenure-Track with Benefits

Full-Time Faculty Salary Schedule

Current Salary Range*: $67,466.20-$99,745.42

*Initial placement above step 6 requires Superintendent/President approval.

Full-Time Faculty Salary Schedule: https://www.gavilan.edu/jobs/salary/docs/Faculty-Salary-24-25.pdf https://get.adobe.com/reader/

 

Assignment Start Date: Fall 2026 Semester 

 

About Gavilan:

 

Located in the heart of California between San Jose and Monterey, Gavilan College's main campus in Gilroy serves a diverse student population in a beautiful South Bay community with deep agricultural roots. In addition, we offer a variety of courses at our new full-service, state-of-the art Hollister campus as well as specialized programs at our San Martin and South San Jose locations. Gavilan is proud to meet the needs of our growing community, offering high-quality education in 54 transfer-related fields and 48 industry-relevant career pathways; in 2024-2025 we awarded more than 1,450 degrees and certificates.

 

As a Hispanic Serving Institution with a 60% Latinx student population, we are committed to achieving educational equity for all students. We work to provide students with a rich and relevant learning experience that emphasizes student engagement in and out of the classroom, encouraging students of all ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds to realize their goals and become socially responsible leaders. Gavilan College fosters justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion through its Principles of Community. As a member of our community, you will join us in valuing the worth and dignity of every person, the pursuit of truth, devotion to excellence, and the principles of democratic citizenship. When you join our team at Gavilan College, you will become part of an innovative and equity-focused community that approaches higher education as a matter of social justice requiring broad collaboration among faculty, staff, administration, students, and community partners.

 

The Position:

Gavilan College seeks qualified applicants for one full-time, tenure-track, 10-month faculty position teaching Biological Science beginning August 2026.The assigned teaching schedule will comprise a variety of biology lecture/lab courses and may include teaching days, evenings, and/or weekends in various modalities and campus locations. Faculty are expected to devote as much time as necessary to perform the professional responsibilities of the position. Participation in professional activities, curriculum development, and campus committees is expected. The individual selected will share leadership roles with other full-time instructors in coordinating and developing curriculum, using culturally responsive pedagogical techniques, and coordinating the overall Biology program.

 

Distinguishing Characteristics

 

Ideal Candidate: 

 

Gavilan College is committed to recruiting individuals that embody our Principles of Community by:

 

• actively demonstrating a commitment to understanding and serving community college students who are diverse in socioeconomics, culture, ability, age, and ethnicity;

• committing to collaboration, effective communication and the development of strong working relationships;

• promoting purposeful inclusion of all groups and the free exchange of ideas in a respectful, trusting and considerate environment; and

• prioritize equity in developing and strengthening curriculum, programs, and student support services.

 

The ideal candidate for this position is an educator who actively embraces building a Biology program to serve populations historically underrepresented and underserved in higher education. With knowledge of both the strengths embodied by our diverse students and the barriers they face, the ideal candidate is well-poised to teach, support, and mentor Gavilan students. In addition, the ideal candidate is able to demonstrate a commitment to student-centered teaching practices, effective cross-disciplinary and cross campus collaboration, transparent decision-making, and purposeful service to the community. They are committed to ongoing professional growth, engage in curriculum development and outcomes assessment, and collaborate with colleagues on initiatives that enhance student success and persistence.

 

Essential Duties

 

• Teach 14-16 lecture-equivalent hours per semester, which will include in-person instruction at the Hollister and Gilroy campuses as well as online teaching; may include evening and weekends. May also include teaching Dual Enrollment (high school) and/or Higher Aspirations (justice impacted) program courses, as needed.

• Create inclusive, student-centered learning environments that support the growth and success of diverse learners through thoughtful course preparation, effective teaching methodologies, and meaningful feedback.

• Cultivate relationships with students to support their growth through office hours and regular interaction (both in person and online).

• Create, assess, and update curriculum to meet the needs of diverse students in all modalities.

• Actively engage in department and division meetings, events, and initiatives.

• Contribute to campus committees and decision-making processes that support the college's mission and goals.

• Participate in ongoing professional learning, particularly around anti-racism, diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility.

• Adhere to department, division, and district policies and procedures for faculty employees.

• Evaluate student work using clear criteria relevant to the course content and student learning outcomes and provide feedback to students in a timely manner.

• Develop and implement a variety of effective teaching and assessment methods including the use of computers and information technology to engage student interest and support for a variety of learning styles

• Develop effective online course materials and build online learning communities that meet accessible online course requirements and Title 5 §55211 Effective Contact Policy requirements.

• Maintain and submit accurate records according to published deadlines (i.e., grades, syllabi, attendance reports).

• Continue in related professional career development throughout employment and remain current in the field through course work, conferences, workshops and other appropriate means.

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

 

Minimum Qualifications, Education, and Experience

 

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 

 

• The equivalent

 

• Demonstrated ability to develop and employ culturally relevant course content, anti-racist pedagogical techniques, and effective practices for engaging students who are diverse and/or from historically underrepresented groups.

 

Foreign Degree Holders: Please see the Additional Application Process Information section below for important information regarding the evaluation of your foreign degrees.

 

Preferred Qualifications and Attributes: 

 

• Meets minimum qualifications to teach Chemistry courses.

• Evidence of successful implementation of equity practices in the classroom which enhance the success of underrepresented populations in STEM fields, including Latinx, African Americans, and women.

 

• Recent participation in professional development programs or post-graduate degree programs designed to enhance pedagogical effectiveness and extra-curricular support for students preparing to enter STEM higher-education classrooms and laboratories as well as allied health professions.

• Experience writing grants, developing programs, and recruiting students for programs such as MESA.

• Willingness to examine and remediate one's instructional, relational, and classroom practices to more effectively engage and support racially minoritized students.

 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

 

• Ability to conduct classes in a virtual learning environment using Canvas or other methods of remote learning.

• Experience and skill incorporating elements of diversity, equity, and inclusion into all areas of responsibility.

• Strategically build support and participation among colleagues for equity-related initiatives.

• Teach through positive race-consciousness and embracing human difference.

• Communicate and work cooperatively with colleagues (within discipline and college-wide) regarding course offerings, programs, and activities that would enhance the development of the department and college.

• Knowledge of current laboratory safety procedures.

• Experience in maintaining instruments used in teaching Biology.

 

NON-DISCRIMINATION: Gavilan College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action/Title IX/Employer of Disabled, committed to hiring a diverse staff. All qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, military status, sexual orientation, or marital status are encouraged to apply. If you have a verifiable disability and require accommodation to complete an application, please contact the Human Resources Office at (408) 852-2823

 

APPLICATION PROCESS: 

 

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Online applications are stored on a secure site. Only authorized employees and hiring authorities have access to the information submitted.

 

It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. Applications will be rejected if incomplete.

 

Please be aware, the District does not reimburse for expenses related to the recruitment process. 

 

All applicants for faculty and academic administrators must meet the minimum qualifications for the discipline as specified in https://www.cccco.edu/-/media/CCCCO-Website/docs/minimum-qualifications/CCCCOReport-Minimum-Qualifications-2023_.pdf?la=en&hash=D3075F5E24FF5D3DB759E61009DC66F0F5060FF6 published by the Board of Governors of the California Community Colleges. All degrees and credits earned in fulfillment of minimum requirements must be from accredited institutions. Applicants who do not meet the minimum stated educational qualifications may apply for equivalency by submitting the https://www.gavilan.edu/jobs/apps/Supp_App_Equiv_Det.pdf https://get.adobe.com/reader/ 

 

FOREIGN DEGREE HOLDERS 

 

For positions requiring a degree, all foreign degree credentials must be evaluated by a third party to determine the equivalent U.S. degree and major, and the Foreign Credential Evaluation must be attached to your application before your application will be considered. Not attaching your Foreign Credential Evaluation will render your application incomplete. Evaluations should provide the name of the institution attended, a description of your credentials, the major field of study, and the U.S. equivalent for each credential. For a list of evaluating agencies, visit the https://www.ctc.ca.gov/credentials/leaflets/foreign-transcript-evaluation-cl-635. Note: Even if you obtained your graduate degree(s) in the U.S., you must attach a Foreign Credential Evaluation for your undergraduate degree if it was obtained outside the U.S.

 

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