Part-Time Faculty - Biotechnology (South) at San Jacinto College – Houston, Texas

Part-Time Faculty - Biotechnology (South)

Teaching Biotechnology and Biomanufacturing Courses

Applications for part-time faculty positions are accepted on a continuous basis and reviewed if openings become available. These positions are not current vacancies. Instructors employed as part-time faculty are not entitled to the rights, privileges, and benefits of regular, full-time employees. Part-time faculty are hired on an “as-needed” basis and will work for the duration of the time specified by the respective course(s). A portion of teaching assignments may include evening or weekend classes as needed. Faculty are assigned to teach courses using various delivery methods based on the teaching area, the needs of students, and the College, which may require physical presence at the assigned on-site work location. Biotechnology and Biomanufacturing courses will generally be conducted at South Campus and The Center for Biotechnology at Generation Park but may occasionally be taught at a different campus or an external training site.

Responsibilities:

• Stay updated on developments in the field of study.

• Demonstrate high academic and professional standards.

• Evaluate student work constructively and provide timely feedback.

• Teach at times and locations that meet student needs.

• Provide access to students through posted conference hours, electronic communications, and respond to inquiries promptly.

• Review, evaluate, and recommend student learning materials.

• Develop and use a syllabus and course materials for each course, laboratory, or clinical setting within state, college, and departmental guidelines.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge, skills, abilities, and certifications relative to teaching areas, as applicable.

• Practical knowledge of bioprocessing manufacturing operations is essential.

• Experience in upstream and downstream processing in biomanufacturing.

• General knowledge of cell start-up, scale-up, and banking, with required aseptic manipulations under a Biological Safety Cabinet.

• Familiarity with mammalian cell lines such as CHO-S, HEK-293, and/or PG-13.

• Understanding of basic cleanroom operations and requirements.

• Understanding of basic Final Filling operations, such as aseptic processing simulations, fill qualifications, gowning, and environmental monitoring.

Required Qualifications:

A qualified candidate must meet one of the qualification categories below:

• Bachelor's degree in an applicable field.

• 3-5 years of work experience in Biomanufacturing/Bioprocessing Technology.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Graduate degree or higher in a related field with significant industry experience, including supervisory roles, is a plus.

Salary Grade: AH

Salary is based on the Board-approved salary schedule for the current fiscal year. See Salary Schedule

Requisition Number: 4659

Posting Close Date: 8/31/2026 at 6 pm CST

Applicant Support:
If you need assistance with the application process, please contact the Cornerstone Support Team at 281-998-6387, option 3, or email cornerstonesupport@sjcd.edu.

Note: Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to follow-up with every applicant individually. If your qualifications meet the requirements for the position, and you are selected for an interview, we will contact you. You can review your application status by logging into the Cornerstone system.

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