College of the Rockies serves the communities of the East Kootenay. We acknowledge all our campuses are located in the traditional territory of the Ktunaxa people which is also home to the Kinbasket and Metis people. We welcome you to be part of our college community of employees who are Rocky Mountain Inspired, Small College Proud.

Auxiliary Biology 151 Instructor

September 2, 2025 - December 14, 2025

Duties: The College of the Rockies requires an instructor to teach a first year Biology course in the Fall semester. The successful candidate is expected to deliver BIOL 151: Biology of the Environment offered in a face-to-face delivery method. To view course descriptions and course outlines, go to the College webpage course descriptions and course outlines

Qualifications: The successful candidate will have a Master's Degree in Biology, Environmental Science or equivalent. A Bachelor's Degree in Biology or Environmental Science is required. Preferred professional qualifications include research, work or volunteer experience on local environmental biology and ecology related projects in the East Kootenays. Preferred instructor qualifications include experience teaching in a post-secondary environment, incorporating work integrated learning into curriculum, and a demonstrated commitment to the diverse academic needs of students.

As an employee of the College of the Rockies, the successful candidate is a lifelong learner who continues to develop their skills in both their subject matter discipline and teaching excellence to help the College meet the needs of our students and our other valued clients.

Salary: Following the Faculty Salary Schedule and depending on qualifications, instructional and related work experience, the salary for Auxiliary employees is in a range from $44.89 to $60.26 per hour depending on qualifications and experience (includes 16% in lieu of vacation and benefits). The successful candidate will teach a 45-hour lecture and a 45-hour lab with an additional 67.5 marking/prep hours for a total of 157.5 paid hours.

Closing Date: May 14, 2025

Start Date: September 2, 2025

Interested persons should submit both a cover letter and resume directly through the College website under "Work Here" http://www.cotr.bc.ca/HRD/ Ensure you press "upload" after you add each document.

Please quote Competition #25-FA-15

Please ensure your cover letter and resume clearly describe your related qualifications and experience as selection for interview will be based on the information provided.

To support employment equity and diversity in the workplace, we encourage all qualified applicants, including Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, women, persons of diverse sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (LGBTQ2S+), and others who may contribute to diversity at College of the Rockies.

In the spirit of reconciliation, we are committed to increasing Indigenous representation throughout the institution and encourage applicants to self-identify as First Nation, Metis or Inuit within cover letters and/or resume.

We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.