Job Description:
Holyoke Community College is housed on a multi-million-dollar, 135-acre campus, equipped with state-of-the art technology in specialized learning facilities. HCC serves over 9,000 students annually, and provides a variety of recreational and cultural activities, from sports programs to music festivals, for students and community members alike. The college's strongest assets continue to be an innovative spirit, a sincere concern for students and a commitment to strive for even greater success. These are the values which have created a tradition of excellence spanning more than six decades, and which are enabling Holyoke Community College to meet today's challenges.
The primary responsibility of this role is to teach lecture and lab sections of introductory general biology courses for majors and non-majors with opportunities to teach other courses as well. In addition, this role includes engagement in curriculum review and development, participation in college governance, student advising, professional development, college initiatives and community engagement in ways that support equity and inclusion.
Contribute to departmental efforts teaching introductory biology courses (for majors and non-majors), with opportunities to teach additional courses based on department needs, faculty interest, and new program development.
Participates in program and degree advising for students suited to students' career and transfer goals.
Collaborate with Biology Department faculty to:
Develop innovative, culturally relevant methods for teaching laboratory sciences that foster inclusivity and equity in the classroom.
Implement and evaluate research-based pedagogical strategies that support diverse learning styles and backgrounds.
Support student learning outside the classroom through activities like mentoring, staffing open laboratories, and holding accessible office hours.
Regularly update syllabi and assist in creating department-approved curricula and laboratory handouts.
Develop and assess student learning outcomes, ensuring they promote equitable learning experiences and support students from all backgrounds.
Pursue grant opportunities that further excellence, equity, and diversity in science education.
Actively participate in department, division, and professional staff meetings, along with other components of college governance and service.
Engage in college programs and community service activities that promote HCC's mission: Educate, Inspire, and Connect.
REQUIRED:
Master's degree in Biology or a closely related field.
Demonstrated excellence in teaching, with a commitment to inclusive, interactive, and varied pedagogical strategies.
Experience using technology in both classroom and laboratory settings to enhance learning.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
A commitment to the mission of the community college, with a strong ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and students from diverse backgrounds, including those of varying abilities, ages, ethnicities, races, sexual orientations, and gender identities.
Dedication to promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion in the academic environment.
NOTE: A teaching demonstration will be a required part of the interview process.
PREFERRED:
Experience in plant biology, cell and molecular biology, microbiology or biotechnology;
Community college teaching experience in a diverse or Hispanic Serving Institution;
Ability to develop strong relationships between the college and employers of life science graduates;
Doctorate in biology or a closely related field.
EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: Applicants who do not meet the required qualifications as stated above are encouraged to put in writing precisely how their background and experience have prepared them for the responsibilities of this position.
Full-time, tenure-track MCCC/MTA position (2 Open Positions)
Salary: Minimum $54,820-$64,159. Actual salary will be commensurate with education and experience in accordance with MCCC/MTA Collective Bargaining Agreement. Full State benefits.
Funding: State
Start Date: August, 2025
- All candidates must have legal authorization to work in the United States. HCC is not sponsoring H1B Visa.
- Pre-Employment Background check, including Criminal History will be conducted for all positions.
Holyoke Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran status, genetic information, gender identity or sexual orientation in its programs and activities as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and college policies. The College prohibits sexual harassment, including sexual violence. Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination, harassment, retaliation or sexual violence shall be referred to the College's Affirmative Action and/or Title IX Coordinator, the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination, the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission or the United States Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights.
