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 state-of-the art 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 Genetics, and/or other courses as needed. 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 (BIOL 150) and Principles of Genetics (BIOL 222).  Opportunity may be available to teach other courses like microbiology (BIOL 210).
• 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.
• 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:

• Master’s degree in Biological Science, Genetics, Cell Biology, Biochemistry, or other closely related field.
• Minimum of two (2) years of teaching experience in two-year and/or four-year institutions.
• Understanding of and commitment to student success including increasing retention, transfer and graduation.
• Eligible applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States and not require employer visa sponsorship.,

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Biological Science, Genetics, Cell Biology, Biochemistry, or other closely related field.
• Three (3) years of teaching experience at college level.
• Demonstrated experience in implementing or developing undergraduate research opportunities.
• Demonstrated experience using various teaching modalities (face-to-face, remote, blended/hybrid, and online).
• Ability to effectively engage with and facilitate learning for students of diverse backgrounds, cultures, and experiences.
• Familiarity with learning management systems (e.g. Blackboard, Canvas).
• Demonstrated experience teaching major-level courses such as general biology, genetics, microbiology, and cell biology.
• Demonstrated experience using techniques to engage students in the classroom.

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

Application Process:

• Click Here to apply.
•  Online applications must be received by October 5, 2025.
• A cover letter is required.
• A statement of teaching philosophy is required.
• Unofficial transcripts are required.
• All documents should be submitted in a single pdf file.

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.

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Our benefits 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.

If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact Human Resources and Strategic Talent Management at 240-567-5353 or HRSTM@montgomerycollege.edu.  We require at least two weeks advance notice to enable us to provide the requested accommodation.

Montgomery College is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting and fostering diversity among its student body, faculty, and staff.

Montgomery College is a tobacco-free and smoke-free workplace.

Closing Date

Sunday, October 5, 2025