Job Details

University of Hawai‘i, Kapi‘olani Community College, Math & Sciences Department is seeking applications for the Biology lecturer position.

Title: Lecturer, CC (Biology)
Position Number: 0002LEC
Hiring Unit: Math & Sciences
Location: Kapi‘olani Community College
Date Posted: September 29, 2025
Closing Date: Continuous Recruitment
Salary: Minimum $1,978 per credit hour; subject to lecturer placement
Full Time/Part Time: Part Time
Temporary/Permanent: Temporary
Funding: General Funds
Other Conditions: For placement into the lecturer pool beginning Spring 2026. Subject to availability of funds and actual staffing requirements.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Teach courses in the assigned subject area;
2. Prepare course syllabus and reports related to teaching and student progress;
3. Assess student learning in terms of course competencies and program learning outcomes;
4. Submit self-assessment reports based on student and peer evaluations;
5. Work under the general supervision of the discipline coordinator/division chairperson in integrating teaching efforts with other instructors in the discipline area;
6. Maintain one office hour per week for each class taught (20 minutes per credit per week).
7. Classes may be offered online, evenings and/or weekends.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Master's degree in Biology, Microbiology, Marine Biology, Molecular and/or Cell Biology, Zoology, Conservation Biology & Environmental Science, Ecology, Global Environmental Science, Natural Resources and Environmental Management, Biomedical Sciences, or any Life Sciences.

Desirable Qualifications

1. Teaching experience at the community college level.
2. Demonstrated ability to work with community college students.
3. Work experience related to course to be taught.
4. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively.
5. Familiarity with competency- and outcomes-based instruction.
6. Work experience or teaching experience in the field of ecology or environmental science.
7. Experience in leading students in service-learning and working with local community environmental organizations.

Applications will not be considered if they are incomplete. To apply, click the "Apply" button and attach the required documents, including a statement outlining how you meet the minimum and desirable qualifications, official transcripts, and any optional letters of recommendation.

The University of Hawai'i is an Equal Opportunity Institution and is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in employment. For more information, visit: www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/policies

Employment is contingent on satisfying employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986; reference checks of previous employers; and for certain positions, criminal history record checks.

Accommodation Request: The University of Hawai'i complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the EEO coordinator directly.