Faculty Intern in Biology (Anatomy and Physiology)

Job Description

Job Title: Faculty Intern in Biology (Anatomy and Physiology)

Organization: College of the Siskiyous

Program Name: Faculty Diversity Internship Program (FDIP)

Location: Fully Remote

Program Overview:
The College of the Siskiyous is actively seeking a Faculty Intern in biology (anatomy and physiology) for a year-long, remote internship. This program is specifically designed to equip aspiring community college faculty members with the essential skills and comprehensive knowledge required for excellence in online teaching. As a core component of the College of the Siskiyous Faculty Diversity Internship Program, this initiative also aims to significantly increase the diversity of the Siskiyous faculty and thereby enrich and improve the overall educational experiences for our students.

Important Dates:
• First Review of Applications: February 15, 2026
• Internship Begins: June 1, 2026

Compensation:
• Stipend: $1000 paid at the end of the fall semester (2026).
• Hourly Pay: $38.53 per hour for up to 7 hours of work per week during the spring semester (2027).

Internship Structure & Responsibilities (Academic Year 2026-2027):

Summer and Fall 2026:
• Complete approximately 80 hours of intensive online teaching training.
• Engage in regular meetings (approximately every two weeks) with a dedicated Faculty Mentor from the Siskiyous biology department.

Spring 2027:
• Gain invaluable hands-on experience by assisting with your mentor’s online class. This may involve:
• Developing assignments or online learning units.
• Actively participating in class discussions.
• Organizing and attending student study groups or tutoring sessions.
• Assisting with grading.
• Attend 1-2 workshops focused on enhancing teaching skills and knowledge.
• Complete and present an online teaching portfolio, showcasing acquired skills and experiences.

Key Program Requirements:
All program requirements, including training, meetings, and assistance, can be fulfilled remotely.

Qualifications:
Candidates must meet the following criteria:
• Demonstrate an equity-minded focus, responsiveness, and sensitivity to, and understanding of, the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.
• Clearly describe in their application how their participation will increase the diversity of the Siskiyous faculty and profoundly enrich Allied Health students’ experiences.
• Possess either:
• A recently obtained or current enrollment as a graduate student who has completed at least 50% of a Master’s or Doctoral degree in any biological science.
• A Bachelor’s degree in a biological science and at least 50% of a Master’s or Doctoral degree in biochemistry, biophysics, or marine science.

Application Materials Required:
• A cover letter that specifically explains how you meet the aforementioned criteria and how your participation in the program would enrich the diversity of the College of the Siskiyous faculty.
• Resume
• Unofficial transcripts
• Contact information for three professional references

Questions:
Please direct any questions about the program to FDIP@siskiyous.edu.

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College of the Siskiyous Diversity Statement:

College of the Siskiyous (Siskiyous) acknowledges and condemns the history of colonization of the Indigenous Tribes who originally inhabited the land on which our institution stands. We acknowledge their continued existence and wisdom regarding this place and area.

It is our mission and vision to foster a community that is inclusive, responsive and supportive of all of its members equitably. It is important for our students and staff to understand the history of our area, acknowledge the past, collaborate with our communities, and facilitate course work which empowers our students with the tools to lead with respect.

All members of the College community are responsible for creating, maintaining, and developing a learning environment in which differences are embraced, sharing is encouraged, equity is sought, and inclusiveness is practiced. We will continually assess our progress to ensure that diversity initiatives disrupt and eliminate harmful policies within our college community. Siskiyous welcomes and embraces students and employees from all backgrounds including, but not limited to: ability or disability, age, ancestry, body type or size, citizenship or immigration status, economic status, educational status, employment status, ethnicity, food or housing insecurity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, incarceration experience, language, marital or partner status, military or veteran status, national origin, neuro-diversity, physical or mental health status, political affiliation, race or racial identity, religion, reproductive status, sex, and/or sexual orientation.

The College strives to ensure that its diversity initiatives are anti-racist and inclusive. Our ultimate goal is to eliminate oppressive policies within our College community.