Part-time Faculty Pool: Chemistry

Salary: $65.60 - $84.79 Hourly

Job Type: Part Time

Job Number: 20250016

Closing: 6/30/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Location: Merced College, CA

Department: Science, Math and Engineering

The professor may teach all levels of chemistry including introductory chemistry, general chemistry, introductory organic and biochemistry. The maximum teaching load is 10 units per semester, which may include evening and weekend hours.

Examples of Duties

• Provide innovative and effective instruction in accordance with current pedagogy and established course outlines and expectations
• Inform students about course requirements, evaluation procedures and attendance policies and maintain regular and substantive contact with students
• Maintain and submit required student attendance and scholastic records on the Learning Management System (e.g. grades and syllabi)
• Utilize the Learning Management System to deliver, prepare, and grade class assignments and examinations
• Maintain and utilize effective skills in instructional design, applications, and methods
• Post and maintain regular office hours in accordance with prevailing policy
• Participate in the development and review of curriculum
• Participate in the development of teaching-learning methods and materials
• Participate in departmental, area, and campus professional activities/committees
• Represent the college within the Merced community and within professional circles
• Participate in the college's learning outcomes assessment program, including course, program, and institutional assessments to continually improve student learning outcomes

Typical Qualifications

Required:

• Master's degree in chemistry OR
• Bachelor's degree in chemistry or biochemistry AND a Master's degree in biochemistry, chemical engineering, chemical physics, physics, molecular biology or geochemistry OR
• The equivalent
• Promote and incorporate culturally affirming DEIA and anti-racist principles to nurture and create a respectful, inclusive, and equitable learning and work environment

Preferred:

• Teaching experience and/or coursework in Introductory and General Chemistry
• Familiarity with the use of computers in the chemistry curriculum
• Current technology skills related to teaching in the discipline and a willingness to pursue future technological developments

Supplemental Information: How to Apply: Submit a complete application by the closing date/time on the Merced College career pages at https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/mccd/promotionaljobs. Required Documentation: Letter of interest, Resume, List of three professional references, Legible unofficial college transcripts, Diversity Statement.