Faculty Intern – Biology (Anatomy & Physiology)

Job Description

Job Title: Faculty Intern – Biology (Anatomy & Physiology) – Faculty Diversity Internship Program

Organization: College of the Siskiyous (COS)

Location: Remote

Program Overview:
The College of the Siskiyous is seeking a Faculty Intern in Biology, specifically focusing on Anatomy and Physiology, for a year-long, remote internship. This program is a key part of the College of the Siskiyous Faculty Diversity Internship Program, designed to:

• Provide aspiring community college faculty members with the essential skills and knowledge needed to excel in online teaching.
• Increase the diversity of the Siskiyous faculty.
• Enrich and improve the educational experiences of our students, particularly those in Allied Health programs.

Key Dates:

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

Compensation:

• A stipend of $1000 will be paid at the end of the Fall 2026 semester.
• Interns will be paid $38.53 per hour for up to 7 hours of work per week during the Spring 2027 semester.

Internship Structure & Responsibilities (Academic Year 2026-2027):
This year-long program is entirely remote and structured as follows:

Mentorship:

• Interns will meet regularly (approximately every 2 weeks) with a dedicated Faculty Mentor from the Siskiyous biology department throughout the 2026-2027 academic year.

Training (Summer & Fall 2026):

• Interns will complete approximately 80 hours of online teaching training.

Hands-on Experience (Spring 2027):

• Interns will gain practical experience by assisting with their mentor’s online class. This may involve:
  • Developing assignments or online learning units.
  • Participating in class discussions.
  • Organizing and attending student study groups or tutoring sessions.
  • Grading assignments.
• Attend 1-2 workshops related to online teaching and faculty development.
• Complete and present an online teaching portfolio showcasing their skills and experiences.

Candidate Requirements:
Candidates must meet the following criteria:

• Possess 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.
• Be able to clearly describe how their participation in the program will contribute to increasing the diversity of the Siskiyous faculty and enrich the experiences of Allied Health students.
• Meet one of the following educational qualifications:
  • Have recently obtained or be an enrolled graduate student who has completed at least 50% of a Master’s or Doctoral degree in any biological science.
  • Hold a Bachelor’s degree in a biological science AND have completed at least 50% of a Master’s or Doctoral degree in biochemistry, biophysics, or marine science.

Application Materials:
Interested candidates are required to submit the following documents:

• A cover letter that thoroughly explains how you meet the criteria outlined above, specifically detailing how your participation would enrich the diversity of the College of the Siskiyous faculty.
• Resume.
• Unofficial Transcripts from all relevant institutions.
• Contact information for three professional references.

Questions:
For any inquiries about the program, please contact: FDIP@siskiyous.edu

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.