"[POOL] PT Faculty, Chemistry"

Job Summary

The chemistry instructor develops, plans, and presents organized lectures, laboratory activities, and out of class assignments in accordance with approved course outcomes.

Required Qualifications

Applications are reviewed for minimum qualifications. In order to be considered, your application must clearly show you meet the minimum qualifications for this position.

Master’s degree in Chemistry or related field or a master’s degree in another field and a minimum of 27 graduate quarter hours in the primary field to be taught.
Provisional: Bachelor’s degree plus 27 graduate quarter hours in the above field(s) AND in active pursuit of master’s degree or doctorate. Applicants hired under this qualification will be approved to teach in a provisional capacity until proof of completion of the minimum qualifications is provided to the college.

Preferred Qualifications

Prefer recent teaching experience in a community college or university setting. Working knowledge of computer software and Learning Management Systems. Experience with different modalities of instruction, including synchronous and asynchronous online learning. Expertise or experience in teaching from a social justice perspective.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Physical ability to stand for extended periods of time. Sufficient hand, arm, and finger dexterity to set up and operate equipment. Requires normal hearing and speaking skills to communicate with staff and students. Requires visual acuity to read words and numbers and operate lab equipment. Seventy percent or more of the job duties require standing.

Work may be performed in classrooms and college science labs. Considerable exposure to safety or health hazards. May be required to work after hours or for special weekend events.

Essential Duties

1. Teach Chemistry courses.
2. Prepare and develop materials for classes utilizing approved course outcomes. Depending on the course assignment, you may be asked to use a curriculum developed by the department.
3. Complete all administrative tasks associated with teaching a course: assign and grade student work, establish reasonable communication with students, report student attainment of course outcomes, maintain student records, comply with college policies and processes related to teaching workload.
4. Keep abreast of development in subject area, educational technology, innovative teaching techniques, and continuously strive for professional improvement.
5. Establish and maintain opportunities for reasonable and consistent out-of-class contact with students.
6. Assure that lab equipment is appropriately used, following all safety protocols and procedures. Verify that all equipment is accounted for at the end of each laboratory section.
7. Exemplify and promote the mission of LBCC.
8. Connect students to college support services and resources to promote student success and retention. Maintain reasonable communication with college support services to this end.
9. Work effectively with students and staff of various cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds and ages. Promote both a classroom environment and a curriculum of equity and inclusivity.
10. Interact with supervisors, colleagues, and staff as part of a team.
11. Participate as assigned in occasional department and advisory meetings.

Applicant Instructions

Applications submitted to this recruitment pool are reviewed on an as needed basis. Qualified applicants will be contacted when positions become available.

In addition to completing the online application, applicants must attach the following documents when applying:

1. Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2. Unofficial Academic Transcript showing qualifying degree.
3. Cover Letter

Transcripts from institutions outside of the United States must be accompanied by an international credential agency evaluation. Click here for a list of agencies who perform this service.

U.S. Veterans must attach proof of Veteran Status to their application to qualify for veteran’s consideration.

Additional Information

Division/Department: Physical Sciences
Location: Albany Campus, Albany, OR
Employment Requirement: Criminal Background Check - C4
Full-time or Part-time: Part-time
Number of hours/week: Varies
Posting Date: 07/13/2024
Open Until Filled: Yes

Salary and Compensation: Courses are paid on a per-credit basis. New Part-time Faculty begin at Step 1 of the payscale. View the 25/26 Academic Year Part-Time Salary Schedule.

This position is represented by the Part-time Faculty Association. To read the current agreement, click here.