What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instructor of Biology position at Southwest Virginia Community College?
Posting Summary
Working Title
Instructor of Biology
Role Title
9 month-Instructor
Role Code
01013-SW
FLSA
Exempt
Pay Band
00
Position Number
294F0085
Agency
Southwest Virginia Community College
Agency/Division
Southwest Virginia Community College (Div)
Work Location
Tazewell - 185
Hiring Range
Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience
Emergency/Essential Personnel
No
EEO Category
I-Faculty
Full Time or Part Time
Full Time
Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-
No
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?
No
Work Schedule
M-F 7:45a to 4:30p
Some evenings and weekends may be required.
Some evenings and weekends may be required.
Sensitive Position
No
Job Description
Southwest Virginia Community College (Southwest) offers career-training programs in numerous technical, industrial and medical fields at a reasonable cost, going so far as to even waive tuition for certain eligible students. Located in Richlands, Virginia, Southwest offers associate’s degrees in such fields as business, education, general studies, liberal arts and science. These degrees are primarily intended for students who wish to transfer to a four-year university. Southwest also has associate’s degrees that feature programs intended to lead directly to a career in fields such as Nursing, Radiography and Administration of Justice.
Southwest Virginia Community College seeks a Biology Faculty member to begin August 16, 2025. The successful candidate will provide college-level instruction in Biology. Classes may include General Biology, Medical Terminology, Human Anatomy & Physiology, and Microbiology.
This position reports directly to the Dean of Arts and Sciences and indirectly to the Vice President of Academic and Student Services.
The primary responsibility of a member of the teaching faculty in the Virginia Community College System shall be to provide quality instruction for the students. At Southwest, the major emphasis shall be on excellent teaching by working with students in classrooms and/or laboratories, through individual conferences, various distance education media, and related activities. Our goal is to help students develop their own interests and abilities to the fullest capacity in order to become better persons, better workers, and better citizens. Applicants should possess expertise in their field desire to work in a collaborative, learning-centered environment focused on equity, student learning, and success.
Special Assignments
May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSA's/Required Qualifications
- Master’s or Ph.D. degree in Biology from a regionally accredited institution.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills are required.
- An acceptable background check for the successful candidate is also required.
The successful candidate will have:
- Knowledge of current teaching and learning strategies to facilitate student-centered learning
- Experience interacting successfully with academically diverse student populations
- Ability to teach classes using various instructional delivery methods including web-based instruction
- Ability to effectively communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand
- Ability to work with service area education providers and employers
- Flexibility to teach evening and/or off-campus courses
- Ongoing professional development and membership in an appropriate regional, state, and/or national organization related to teaching assignment
- Responsibility for establishing a campus presence by holding regular office hours, advising students, participating in campus life, and participating in assigned committee work
- An equity mindset in reviewing, evaluating and revising on a continuing basis course objectives, instructional materials, and course syllabi
Additional Considerations
- Experience in community college teaching;
- 18 graduate hours in Chemistry, Physics, Math or Geology
Operation of a State Vehicle
No
Supervises Employees
No
Required Travel
Some travel may be required.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
FAC_1589P
Recruitment Type
General Public - G
Number of Vacancies
1
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date
03/21/2025
Job Close Date
04/27/2025
Open Until Filled
No
Agency Website
Contact Name
Human Resources
Email
human.resources@sw.edu
Phone Number
276.964.7339
Special Instructions to Applicants
To be considered for this position, you must complete the full state application. Please visit
Additional Information
Background Check Statement Disclaimer
The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
EEO Statement
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.
E-Verify Statement
VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
