Instructor/Assistant Professor of Biology

Kenai Peninsula College in Soldotna is accepting applications for a Term Biology Instructor/Assistant Professor. This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact by teaching foundational biology courses, mentoring students, and contributing to the growth of our academic community.

As a Biology Instructor/Assistant Professor, you will teach 100/200 level biology courses through both face-to-face and distance delivery formats, including day and evening classes. Additional responsibilities include providing community and university service, holding weekly office hours, and mentoring students interested in biology. You will also play an active role in supporting the department’s mission and the broader goals of the university.

The ideal candidate will have experience teaching introductory biology courses at an accredited institution of higher education, with a demonstrated ability to teach both in-person and online. Familiarity with learning management systems such as Blackboard is required. Preferred qualifications include experience teaching human anatomy and physiology, utilizing innovative technologies in the classroom, and applying culturally responsive teaching practices. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential, as is a commitment to working with students from diverse backgrounds and age groups.

Minimum Qualifications:

A graduate degree in Biology or a closely-related field is required.

Successful applicants must provide official transcripts documenting academic credentials required for the position as a condition of employment. Qualifying earned degrees must be conferred either by institutions of higher education which are accredited by one of the six US regional accrediting associations or by an equivalent international institution of higher education as determined by UAA based on a review by a foreign educational credential evaluation service and recognized by UAA.

Position Details:

This position is located on the Kenai Peninsula College campus in Soldotna.  This is a full-time, 9-month, term faculty position complete with both a competitive salary and full employee benefits package. UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options and tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental and vision care coverage. Salary based upon level of academic appointment, applicable academic preparation and experience.

To ensure consideration, please apply prior to the review date of January 18, 2026, 11:55pm Alaska Standard Time. The search committee may choose to leave the position open but has the option to close it at any time after the review date. 

Please submit your online application and include a cover letter, comprehensive vitae, unofficial transcripts, three (3) professional references, and a philosophy of teaching statement as related to the teaching of biology.  

This position is a term-funded position and is reviewed annually for contract renewal at the University's discretion.

This position is represented by United Academics (UNAC). https://unitedacademicsak.org/

☎️If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Katy Koetitz, KPC HR Coordinator, at kmkoetitz@alaska.edu or 907-262-0317.

*To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.  Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.

The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact UA Human Resources by phone at 907-450-8200.

The University of Alaska (www.alaska.edu) is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Employer and Educational Institution.  The University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination (www.alaska.edu/nondiscrimination) against individuals on the basis of any legally protected status.

The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.

Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.

All employees at the University of Alaska are expected to uphold the highest standards of ethics and professionalism when conducting or engaged in university business.

*Each university within the University of Alaska system publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report which contains information regarding campus safety and security including topics such as: campus law enforcement authority; crime reporting policies; campus alerts (Timely Warnings and Emergency Notifications); fire safety policies and procedures; programs to prevent dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking; the procedures the University will follow when one of these crimes is reported; and other matters of importance related to security on campus. The report also contains information about crime statistics for the three most recent calendar years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in On-Campus Student Housing Facilities; in Noncampus buildings or property owned or controlled by the University or a recognized student organization; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus.  The report also contains fire statistics for any fires occurring in an On-Campus Student Housing Facility during the three most recent calendar years.  

Access to the reports is available at:

UAA: (Addresses Anchorage campus, Aviation Technology Complex, JBER - Elmendorf Extension, JBER - Richardson Extension, Kenai Peninsula College - Kachemak Bay campus, Kenai Peninsula College - Kenai River campus, Kodiak College, Kodiak High School Extension, Matanuska-Susitna College, Prince William Sound College, and Prince William Sound College - Cordova Extension) Online: https://www.uaa.alaska.edu/students/safety. Request a paper copy in person: UAA Police Department Office at Room 114 of Eugene Short Hall on the Anchorage campus / UAA Dean of Students Office at Room 122 of Rasmuson Hall on the Anchorage campus. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-786-1120 or police@uaa.alaska.edu / 907-786-1214 or uaa_deanofstudents@alaska.edu. 

UAF: (Addresses Fairbanks Campus, Bristol Bay Campus, Chukchi Campus, Community and Technical College, Kasitsna Bay Campus, Seward Marine Center, Tok Campus, Kuskokwim Campus, and Northwest Campus) Online: https://www.uaf.edu/orca/files/ASFSR.pdf. Request a paper copy in person: UAF Office of Rights, Compliance and Accountability on the 3rd Floor of Constitution Hall. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-474-7300 or uaf-orca@alaska.edu.

UAS: (Addresses the Juneau Auke Bay Campus, Juneau Technical Education Center, Sitka Campus, & Ketchikan Campus) Online: https://uas.alaska.edu/equity-and-compliance/docs/clery/UAS_ASFSR.pdf. Request a paper copy in person: Hendrickson Building, Suite 202 on the Juneau campus. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-796-6371 or emailing uas.clery@alaska.edu.