Faculty, General and Organismal Biology

Joliet Junior College•Joliet, IL

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About The Position

Joliet Junior College is hiring a full-time, tenure-track Faculty member in General and Organismal Biology in the Natural Science/Physical Education Department within Academic Affairs. The position reports to the Department Chair and is subject to the terms and provisions of the Joliet Junior College faculty contract. Placement on the salary schedule depends on qualifications. The base compensation hiring range for the 2026/2027 academic year is $63,770–$113,632 annually for a nine-month academic year. The successful candidate will have a strong background in biological sciences, adapt positively to new and changing situations, respect students, understand and apply different learning styles, demonstrate integrity, and promote diversity and open communication. A standard teaching load is 15 credit hours per semester. Course assignments may take place in the late afternoon, evening, on Saturdays, or at branch campuses and satellite centers. The college serves a diverse student population and encourages applications from candidates who would enhance staff diversity.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Biology or a closely related field with an emphasis on organismal biology.
Two years of collegiate-level teaching experience.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with college and community members, demonstrating cultural competence and emotional intelligence.
Demonstrated commitment to the college’s core values: respect and inclusion, sustainability, integrity, collaboration, humor and well-being, innovation, and quality.

Nice To Haves

Doctoral degree in Biology with an emphasis on Organismal Biology, or a closely related field.
Experience at the community college level.
Experience with natural area ecological restoration.
Expertise in appropriate instructional technologies.
Experience teaching online and/or using course management programs.
Experience with course development and assessment, planning, quality and accreditation processes, and committee service.
Experience teaching traditional and non-traditional students from diverse backgrounds.
English and Spanish verbal and written communication proficiency.
Demonstrated multicultural competence.

Responsibilities

Teach at least three sections of General Biology and/or Organismal Biology, as well as other biology courses as needed.
Work with instructors, special programs, and college services on student placement, curriculum, and academic support.
Participate in course development, assessment, accreditation, and planning activities.
Be willing to teach online and/or hybrid courses.
Participate in appropriate departmental meetings and recruitment activities, and serve on committees.
Demonstrate a strong commitment to teaching and learning.
Use effective and innovative teaching methods in classroom and laboratory settings.
Demonstrate commitment to the community college mission.
Teach at other campus sites as needed.
Meet other contractual obligations specified in the Joliet Junior College full-time faculty contract.