Biology Instructor

State Fair Community College has an opening on the Sedalia campus for a full-time Biology Instructor. Responsibilities include teaching a range of Biology classes from introductory to higher level (including courses such as General Biology with Lab, Human Anatomy with Lab and Human Physiology with Lab), curriculum development, student advisement, institutional service and other tasks associated with full-time faculty. Evening classes are very likely and distance instruction (on-line and web-conferencing) may be required at later date.

Responsibilities include: teaching a range of Biology classes from introductory to higher level, curriculum development, student advisement, institutional service and other tasks associated with full-time faculty. Evening classes are very likely and distance instruction (on-line and web-conferencing) may be required at later date.

Ability to plan, develop, and implement necessary curriculum. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Skills necessary to utilize the computer and other technology to manage and improve instruction. Ability to interact with a broad range of people both on and off campus in a positive manner. Demonstrated sense of student centeredness. Ability to handle multiple concurrent projects and meet deadlines. Salary is commensurate with education and experience.

Master's degree in the discipline required or obtainable within one year of the start date. A Master's degree in Biology is preferred. However, a Master's degree in a closely related discipline will be considered, given that the degree includes at least 18 hours of Biology-specific coursework, covering a wide-range of life forms including plants, insects, etc. Applicant should have at least 8 graduate hours of work in Human Anatomy and Physiology. Preferred applicants should have demonstrated record of teaching. An understanding of the community college population and a commitment to the mission and vision of SFCC. A concern for rigorous academic standards, retention, and outcomes assessment. A mastery of active-learning techniques in the classroom. Willingness to assume instructional-related responsibilities and leadership roles beyond the classroom such as mentoring adjuncts, and forming relationships with educators in the community. Applicant should have high proficiency in regard to technology including knowledge of Learning Management Systems (i.e., Canvas, Starfish). Excellent oral and written communication skills. A demonstrated sense of student centeredness.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS FOR FY26

(July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026

General Information
Coverage begins on the first day of the month following the start of employment. (e.g.: If employment begins Feb 1, coverage starts Mar 1). All premiums are paid monthly.

Health Insurance
Base medical insurance is 100% paid by SFCC for employees.

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  SFCC contributes $11/month to Plan 11 - HSA.

**SFCC contributes $134/month to Plan 13 - HSA.

• SFCC provides life insurance equivalent to the employee’s annual salary (rounded up to the nearest $1,000). Example: $44,432 rounds to $45,000.
• Additional life insurance may be purchased for the employee, spouse, and eligible children (rates based on age).

• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Supplemental Term Life Insurance
• Legal Services Plan
• Identity and Fraud Protection Services

Retirement plan eligibility depends on employment classification (Salaried or Hourly):

• SFCC matches 100%
• No Social Security withheld
• Medicare only is withheld

• Employee contribution: 6.86% of gross pay, plus monthly employer-paid insurance costs
• SFCC matches 100%
• Medicare and Social Security are withheld

• 4 hours per pay period: 0–5 years
• 5 hours per pay period: 6–15 years
• 6 hours per pay period: 16 years
• Maximum accrual cap: 160 hours
• Faculty are not eligible for vacation due to built-in contractual time off but have access to 2 personal days/year.

• 5 hours per pay period for all employees
• Maximum accrual cap: 1,040 hours

• Electronic application required each semester

CMU Tuition Waiver:

• Spouse only: 50% waiver on graduate tuition (excludes books, fees, supplies)
• Electronic application required each Academic year

• 20’ x 30’ garden plots available free of charge
• Plots are prepared and water is provided
• Typically available March–October

• Payroll is processed semi-monthly (24 times per year)
• Hourly employees are paid one pay period in arrears
• All full-time, exempt offers must meet SFCC Board of Trustees approval