Initial salary placement is based on education and experience and ranges from $85,435 (class I, step 1) to $143,026 (class VI-doctorate, step 10) on the 2024-2025 Annual Salary Schedule. To view the Full-Time Faculty Salary Schedule, please go to https://hub.miracosta.edu/boarddocs/2024-2025FTFacultySalarySchedule.pdf

Employees must make arrangements for the direct deposit of paychecks into the financial institution of their choice, via electronic fund transfer.

MiraCosta College offers an array of benefits to eligible employees.

The district pays 100% of the cost of medical, dental and vision insurance for eligible employees and dependents
$100,000 life insurance policy
Up to $250 of benefit credits per month to help pay for a variety of voluntary benefit options, such as supplemental life insurance, disability coverage, and health care/dependent care flexible spending account (FSA)
Sick leave and paid holidays
State pension system retirement benefits (CalSTRS)
Free and confidential employee assistance program
Wellness Program
Participation in the Districts Early Retirement Program
Professional Development Opportunities
Childcare Facility (Oceanside Campus)

1. Masters degree in any biological science (NOTE: The following are some degreesthat do not qualify as biological science degrees and therefore require equivalency -MD, DVM, OD, DDS, DC, biochemistry, bioengineering, biomedical science, biophysicsbiotechnology, environmental science, pharmacology); OR

2. Bachelors degree in any biological science AND a Masters degree in biochemistrybiophysics, or marine science; OR

3. the equivalent. Applicants who do not possess the EXACT degree major(s) required to meet the minimum qualifications must attach an equivalency narrative and supporting documentation at the time of application. Instructions can be found at https://www.miracosta.edu/governance/equivalency-committee/_docs/equivalency-instructions.pdf; OR

4. a fully satisfied, lifetime California Community College credential authorizinginstruction/service in the appropriate subject matter; AND

5. demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academicsocioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnicbackgrounds of community college students, faculty and staff.

MiraCosta College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing an educational environment that affirms and supports diversity in its faculty, staff, and administration, and promoting an environment of inclusion. The colleges commitment to inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility is expressed in the policy found at https://www.miracosta.edu/office-of-the-president/board-of-trustees/docs/3400BP-Inclusion-Diversity-Equity-Accessibility.pdf. Click on the following link to view the IDEA website: https://www.miracosta.edu/office-of-the-president/idea/index.html.

MiraCosta College is committed to creating a racially just campus climate. Individuals and their diverse cultures and identities are welcomed, nurtured, and validated. MiraCosta College takes institutional responsibility for closing the equity gap for disproportionately impacted populations including Latinx and Chicanx communities, Black and African American communities, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander communities, Native American communities, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, queer/questioning, intersex, and asexual (LGBTQIA+) communities, veteran communities, former foster youth, adult students, and students from low socioeconomic statuses. MiraCosta will continue to serve all constituents with values rooted in equity, diversity, inclusion, and community. MiraCosta Colleges Mission, Vision, Commitment, and Institutional Values & Goals can be viewed at https://www.miracosta.edu/office-of-the-president/docs/mccmissionstatement.pdf.

The college was designated as a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) in 2013. This significant recognition acknowledges our institutions continuous efforts to support the academic performance and unique needs of Latinx students, many of whom are attending college for the first time or are first-generation. We are a veteran and military supportive institution and an Achieving the Dream Leader College. The successful candidate will join a campus that exhibits its dedication to all students and faculty through offering robust, culturally-responsive events, including speaker series dedicated to heritage month events through the Social Justice and Equity Center.