Biology Faculty

Salary: $40,000.00 - $45,000.00 Annually
Location : South Charleston and/or Montgomery as needed, WV
Job Type: Faculty
Job Number: 434
Division: Academic Affairs
Opening Date: 08/05/2026
Description
Faculty members are responsible for delivering high-quality instruction at the college level, promoting student learning, engagement, and academic success through effective and innovative teaching practices. Key responsibilities include developing and maintaining course materials, assessing student performance, assessing multiple levels of learning outcomes, and fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment. Faculty are expected to remain current in their field of expertise, contribute to curriculum development, and participate in departmental, divisional, or institutional committees as needed. In addition, faculty play an active role in advancing the academic mission of BridgeValley Community and Technical College through teaching excellence, student support, and ongoing engagement in institutional initiatives.

This is a full-time, benefits-eligible, 9-month faculty position. Salary offer will be commensurate with education and experience.

Examples of Duties

Instruction & Student Support

• Deliver high-quality instruction in assigned courses, using in-person, online, or hybrid formats as scheduled by the College and Division Dean.
• Fulfill assigned teaching load in accordance with institutional policy (C-07 OP Faculty Teaching and Office Hour Load).
• Maintain regular on-campus office hours to provide advising, mentoring, and support that promote student retention and success.
• Ensure timely publication of course syllabi, submission of grades, and completion of required course documentation by institutional deadlines.
• Advise, mentor, and recruit students in support of program enrollment, retention, and completion goals.
• Participate in professional development activities and apply insights to improve teaching effectiveness and support the College's strategic plan.
• Complete course and program-level assessment activities to support continuous improvement and compliance with academic standards.

Institutional Engagement

• Maintain a minimum on-campus presence of 25 hours per week, including instructional and office hours, with remaining weekly hours devoted to required meetings, course development, research, workforce development, student engagement, and planning/evaluation activities.
• Attend and actively participate in departmental, divisional, and institutional meetings and events, including student registration, orientation, and commencement ceremonies as scheduled.
• Contribute to departmental and institutional initiatives that advance the mission, vision, and goals of the College.

Compliance & Reporting

• Prepare and submit required documentation and reports to support accreditation and compliance with regulatory bodies, including the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), the U.S. Department of Education, and the West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission (HEPC).
• Ensure that instructional practices, documentation, and reporting align with institutional and academic standards.

Program Development & Sustainability

• Support the quality, stability, and sustainability of assigned academic programs through active participation in curriculum development, student recruitment, program review and grant attainment.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and administrators to strengthen program viability and align offerings with workforce and community needs.

Other

• Perform other related duties as assigned to support the mission, vision, and goals of the College.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Biology or related field with 18 graduate semester hours in, or applicable to, qualification for teaching Anatomy and Physiology
• College or university teaching experience of 1 year or more; adjunct and teaching assistanceships will be considered in total years of experience
• Comprehensive knowledge of college-level Biology and any specific courses
• Familiarity with current teaching methodologies, pedagogical theories, and best practices
• Understanding of curriculum development, assessment standards, and accreditation requirements in higher education
• Proficiency with educational technology tools and learning management systems (e.g., Banner, Early Alert systems)
• Awareness of institutional and state policies related to academic standards and student support
• Strong instructional skills, with the ability to present concepts clearly and effectively
• Proficiency in leveraging educational technology and software to enhance teaching and learning
• Effective classroom management and student engagement strategies to foster a positive learning environment
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, for interaction with students, colleagues, and administration
• Skill in designing and implementing assessments that measure learning outcomes and support continuous improvement
• Academic advising and mentoring skills to guide student success and persistence
• Ability to create inclusive, supportive, and motivating learning environments for a diverse student population
• Flexibility to adapt instructional strategies to different learning styles and course delivery formats (in-person, online, hybrid)
• Ability to analyze student performance data and use results to inform teaching strategies
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities to balance teaching, advising, and service responsibilities
• Commitment to professional development, continuous improvement, and lifelong learning
• Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues on curriculum development, departmental initiatives, and institutional goals.

Preferred

• Anatomy and Physiology teaching experience
• Full time teaching experience in post-secondary education, with additional preference given to full time teaching experience at the community college level
• Teaching experience using learning management systems in delivery of course content
• Experience in curriculum development

Additional Information

• BridgeValley will not accept incomplete applications. Please fill out the application completely, even though the resume may include the same information.
• Employment is subject to satisfactory results on background check.
• Copies of transcripts may be sent but originals must be available prior to hire.
• This posting does not reflect the entire job description and may be changed and/or modified, at any time, without notice.
• We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor candidates requiring a visa.

BridgeValley Community and Technical College promotes student success, prepares a skilled workforce, and builds tomorrow's leaders by providing access to quality education.

BridgeValley Community & Technical College is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Institution and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, religion, color, ancestry, or national origin in admission, employment, educational programs or activities; nor does it discriminate on the basis of genetic information in employment or employee health benefits.

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