Biology Instructor

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Job Description:

The Biology Instructor position is a 9-month, tenure-track faculty position with an anticipated start date of January 2027. The successful candidate will primarily be assigned non-major and major Biology courses and labs with an emphasis in anatomy and physiology and/or microbiology but may be assigned other courses. This position requires effective teaching and advising of diverse students, excellent oral and written communication skills, and a commitment to the comprehensive state college mission. The instructor will prepare course plans and materials, effectively deliver subject matter content, monitor student attendance and progress, participate on departmental and College committees, participate in curriculum development, support activities that foster retention, participate in the selection of textbooks, assess student learning outcomes, and take part in other service and professional development activities. Multiple campus, day, evening, and distance learning teaching assignments are possible. This position reports to the Department Head, Natural Sciences.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Graduation from an institution that holds accreditation recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and approved by the College with a master’s degree in Biology or a closely related field with at least 18 graduate credit hours in the discipline. Successful results of a criminal background check are required.

Pursuant to College policy, it is an employment eligibility requirement for an applicant to meet the requirements of § 435.04(2), Florida Statutes, related to background investigations.  Any person failing to meet the requirements of the statute will be deemed not qualified to hold employment in this position.  A Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) approved background check will be conducted on every successful candidate as a condition of employment, and any person who fails to disclose any adverse information contained in the background investigation at the time of submitting the employment application will be disqualified from employment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Graduation from an institution that holds accreditation recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and approved by the College with a doctoral degree in Biology with an emphasis in anatomy and physiology and/or microbiology and post-secondary teaching experience in introduction to biology, general biology, microbiology, and anatomy and physiology courses.

SALARY RANGE:
$42,250.00 - $48,250.00 for a 9-month contract with a master’s degree.
$47,000.00 - $53,000.00 for a 9-month contract with a doctoral degree.

SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIALS: All supplemental materials must be submitted electronically via the Workday applicant portal.  For questions or to obtain assistance uploading the supplemental materials, contact HR Recruiting at [email protected].

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  Open Until Filled – Review of applications will begin November 9, 2026. To receive full consideration, the online application and supplemental materials must be received by November 8, 2026.

Pay Details:

Faculty members hired with less than three years of related experience shall be placed on the salary schedule as follows:

​164 Day Base (2026 - 2027)

• Bachelor's or Less - $39,500
• Master's - $42,250
• Master's Plus - $44,000
• Doctorate - $47,000

All degree classification levels add the appropriate dollars (up to $6,000) for years of credited experience to the annual salary figures above to determine entry salary.

Pensacola State College offers a comprehensive benefits package for health, dental, vision, hospitalization, and supplemental insurance benefits through the State of Florida’s Group Insurance Program. All employees in established, eligible positions are members of the Florida Retirement System from their first day of employment. Other benefits offered include participation in the wellness program, tuition waivers, educational opportunities, and paid sick leave. Additional leave types are position specific.

Pensacola State College does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (as defined by applicable federal and state law), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or marital status in its educational programs, activities, or employment. For inquiries regarding the College’s nondiscrimination policies, contact the Civil Rights Compliance Officer at (850) 484-1759, Pensacola State College, 1000 College Blvd., Pensacola, Florida 32504.