Instructional Faculty Full -Time - Biology

Job Description

Montgomery College, Rockville Campus, is seeking a full-time Biology faculty member to fill a position starting January 2026 . We are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated educator who exhibits a high degree of professionalism, a strong commitment to our students, and the ability to motivate and educate in an engaging manner. Important qualities expected in the candidate include strong verbal and written communication skills, experience working with students of different backgrounds, and commitment to the community college mission. This position is part of a collective bargaining unit.

Montgomery College has a long history of successfully preparing students for transfer to four-year institutions like the University of Maryland, Georgetown University, George Washington University, the University of Maryland, Baltimore County and the Universities at Shady Grove. Montgomery College has excellent science facilities and equipment. MC’s science buildings are less than 15 years old.

The successful candidate will appreciate teaching in a multi-cultural environment and will welcome the opportunity to work with students with diverse learning abilities. The faculty member will primarily teach our Principles of Biology I, Principles of Biology II, and other courses depending on departmental needs. We are looking for a candidate with experience in genetic data analysis and genomics. Faculty duties include classroom instruction, assessment, curriculum development, advising, professional inquiry, committee work and utilizing instructional technology. The opportunity to teach honors students or engaging students in research is also supported and encouraged.

Teaching assignments may include various delivery modes, such as face-to-face, online, remote, hybrid and / or blended formats during days, evenings and weekends. Montgomery College has four campuses and instructs courses at area high schools, as part of the growing dual enrollment program. Faculty may be assigned to any of these campuses and / or teaching different modalities.

Montgomery College is a strong advocate of professional development and invests in its faculty.

Duties include but are not limited to :

• Teaches non-major and major-level courses; teaching assignment expected to include Principles of Biology I and II (BIOL 150 and 151). Opportunities may be available to teach other courses including microbiology (BIOL 210), non-majors biology (BIOL 101), and environmental science (BIOL 105 and BIOL 106).
• Teaches 30 semester hours per academic year. Prepares course materials such as syllabi, homework assignments and handouts; evaluates and grades students' exams, assignments, and papers. Holds office hours for student help.
• Teaches a varied schedule of courses that may include day, night, early morning, weekend and / or accelerated sections, compressed and online. Opportunities may exist for teaching summer classes.
• Provides tutoring sessions for biology coursework.
• Engages students in their learning through active, collaborative learning approaches.
• Incorporates the use of a learning management system (Blackboard) and other relevant technology into instruction.
• Mentors students outside of class to assist them with being successful college students.
• Advises students about program curriculum, transfer options to four-year institutions, and professional / career opportunities.
• Serves on, or leads, department, discipline, campus and college committees.
• Maintains an active program of professional development and participates in professional organizations and activities.
• Engages in the expansion and implementation of assessments for courses, programs and learning outcomes with the goal of increasing student success.

Required Qualifications :

Preferred Qualifications :

Hiring Range : $63,254 to $96,299 annually.

Application Process :

For degrees earned outside of the U.S., a copy of your education equivalency, conducted by a nationally recognized evaluation service, must be included in your application.

As a condition of employment, the following are required at the time of hire :

Successful completion of a background check and degree verification (if applicable).

Participation in a retirement plan (Pension or Optional Retirement Plan, depending on the position). If you are already retired from the Maryland State Retirement System, you may not enroll in a Maryland State Retirement System plan at Montgomery College and may have earnings restrictions, per state law.

Our package includes : sick leave, paid holidays, medical, dental, vision, group legal benefits, professional development, retirement plan, educational assistance, tuition waiver for employee and dependents, wellness programming including onsite gyms, pools and classes.

Closing Date

Sunday, October 5, 2025