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| Aspect | Computer Science Professor | Software Developer |
|---|---|---|
| Required Credentials | Typically a Ph.D. in Computer Science or related field | Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science or related field; certifications optional |
| Work Environment | Academic institutions, research labs, universities | Corporate offices, tech companies, startups |
| Industry Usage | Research, teaching, academic publishing | Software development, product creation, coding |
| Common Search/Comparison | Yes | Yes |
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Apply now Back to search results Job no: 497870
Work type: Adjunct Faculty
Location: Overland Park Main Campus
Categories: Credit Instruction
Position: Human Sciences Adjunct Professor
Department: Academic Affairs
Type of Position: Adjunct Faculty
Exemption Status: Exempt
Work Schedule, Hours per week: Varies depending on department needs.
Opportunity for hybrid schedule: No
Starting Salary Range: AJCR $1,262-$1,404 per credit hour and in accordance with the adjunct table and determined based on relevant years of work experience provided on application and resume.
Position Summary: JCCC is looking for applicants for a part-time faculty position in the Biology Department. The ideal candidate would be expected to instruct students in either Human Anatomy or Human Anatomy & Physiology. Both courses are combined lecture and lab. The position is for Fall 2026. The ideal candidate would teach teach-to-face during the day. All applications must be be submitted to the JCCC jobs portal.
Required Qualifications:
- Master's degree with 18 graduate credit hours in Biology.
- Computer literacy including ability to communicate and develop teaching materials and enter grades electronically.
- Demonstrate familiarity with the use of appropriate computer software.
- Demonstrate fluency in written and oral communications.
- Successfully completed undergraduate or graduate level coursework in human anatomy and physiology.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Doctorate in Anatomy or Physiology or closely related discipline.
To be considered for this position we will require an application, resume, cover letter, and unofficial transcripts.
*Unofficial transcripts are required for all Adjunct faculty and Faculty positions.
Benefits Category
For Adjunct Faculty
- Optional Retirement plan access
- Tuition discount for JCCC courses (for adjuncts meeting eligibility criteria)
- Free access to the Gym on campus for all employees and dependents
- Discount to the Hiersteiner Child Development Center
About JCCC:
Established in 1969, Johnson County Community College is dedicated to transforming lives and strengthening communities through learning. Located in Overland Park, Kansas, JCCC has enjoyed a national reputation for educational excellence and student success for more than 50 years. That's five decades dedicated to smaller class sizes, more resources and a thriving campus culture - not to mention our competitive tuition rates and extracurricular experiences that transcend the norm.
Mission: JCCC inspires learning to transform lives and strengthen communities.
Vision: JCCC will be an innovative leader in equitable student access, learning and success.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
JCCC is an equal opportunity employer and equal access institution. JCCC does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, age, religion, marital status, parental status, military status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or other factors that cannot be lawfully considered in its programs and activities, which includes employment and admissions, in accordance with Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Equal Pay Act of 1963, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, Executive Order 11246, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, the Jobs for Veterans Act of 2002, the Kansas Acts Against Discrimination and all other applicable civil rights and nondiscrimination laws.
Inquiries concerning JCCC's compliance with its nondiscrimination policies (including Title IX, Title VI and Section 504 inquiries) may be referred to a Title IX Coordinator (TitleIX@jccc.edu), or Director of Human Resources, or the Dean of Students and Learner Engagement at Johnson County Community College, 12345 College Blvd, Overland Park, KS 66210, 913-469-8500; or to Office for Civil Rights, Kansas City Office, U.S. Department of Education, One Petticoat Lane, 1010 Walnut Street, Suite 320, Kansas City, MO 64106, Telephone: 816-268-0550, Facsimile: 816-268-0559, Email to: OCR.KansasCity@ed.gov.
Disclosure:
If you need any assistance throughout the search process, please reach out to the HR@jccc.edu. In accordance with the college policy, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations. Individual hiring departments at JCCC may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions as part of the applicant selection/hiring process. Many departments require those selected for hire to submit a certified transcript for all degrees obtained. For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to apply prior to the review date listed in posting.
Duties and responsibilities, as required by business necessity, may be added, deleted or changed at any time at the discretion of management, formally or informally, either verbally or in writing. Scheduling, shift assignments and work location may be changed at any time, as required by business necessity.
If you are an applicant requesting assistance or a reasonable accommodation in the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 913-469-3877, or email HR@jccc.edu.
Advertised: 29 Jun 2026 Central Daylight Time
Applications close: 13 Jul 2026 Central Daylight Time
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