Adjunct Faculty - Biology

Job Description

Job Description

Adjunct Faculty Pool- Biology 

Priority Application Date: September 30, 2026 (open until filled)
Anticipated Start Date: January 2027

POSITION DESCRIPTION 
Taft College is seeking a pool of qualified candidates with demonstrated instructional skills to join an outstanding team of faculty and staff to provide high-quality programs and services for our students. Teaching assignments may be temporary, part-time and/or on-call and may be immediate or as needed (as specified in Education Code 8748.25). We are seeking qualified lecturers who have the ability to teach in the above area for inclusion in a pool for the Spring 2027 semester, and beyond. 

Note: Biology course(s) assigned to this position will be offered in-person, on campus. Candidates must be available to teach in-person classes. Adjunct teaching assignments may include weekends, day and/or evening courses.

QUALIFICATIONS  
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 
The minimum qualifications for this adjunct lecturer pool can be met in one of three ways: 
Master’s  in any biological science; OR
Bachelor’s in any biological science; AND Master’s in biochemistry, biophysics, or marine science; OR
An Equivalency Determination may be submitted along with all application materials to be considered for this position if you do not meet the stated minimum qualifications. The Equivalency Determination document may be found here: Request for Equivalency.
Candidate must show a demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.  

COMPENSATION $78.86 - $92.66 per hour. 

REQUIRED MATERIALS FOR APPLICATION: 
Completed online application.
Letter of Introduction describing how you meet the minimum and desired qualifications. 
A current Resume 
Complete transcripts of all college/university coursework (unofficial transcript is acceptable).
Professional References, a minimum of three are required. 
FOREIGN TRANSCRIPTS 
Transcripts issued outside the United States of America require a course-by-course analysis with an equivalency statement from a certified transcript evaluation service verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. For information on transcript evaluation services, please visit:

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY 
The West Kern Community College District is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity. The District is dedicated to a policy of nondiscrimination and, as such, is an equal opportunity employer. Veterans, women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.