Job Duties

Teach first-semester Organic Chemistry lecture and laboratory courses (and other chemistry courses based on departmental need) in alignment with the approved Course Outline of Record.
Enforce and model rigorous safety standards in the laboratory, including the proper use of fume hoods, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), and the safe handling/disposal of flammable and/or toxic organic chemicals.
Maintain regularly scheduled office hours to assist students with course content.
Develop syllabi with clear Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs); assess student progress through examinations and lab reports; provide timely feedback to support student growth; and maintain accurate records of enrollment, attendance, and grades via the College's Learning Management System (LMS).
Attend organic chemistry program meetings and participate in Department and College "Flex Day" activities and professional development.
Supervise organic chemistry instrumentation use and ensure students follow all established safety guidelines, including the Chemical Hygiene Plan and program-specific safety training documents.

Minimum Qualifications

Master's in chemistry OR Bachelor's in chemistry or biochemistry AND Master's in biochemistry, chemical engineering, chemical physics, physics, molecular biology or geochemistry OR the equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

Advanced Academic Preparation: MS and/or PhD in Organic Chemistry.
Experience as instructor of record for a year-long Organic Chemistry lecture and laboratory sequence; alternatively, extensive experience as a Graduate Teaching Assistant (TA) in these courses is acceptable.
Experience teaching the principles of organic spectroscopic techniques (NMR, IR, GC) and modern synthetic methods to undergraduates.
Practical familiarity with the operation and troubleshooting of common organic chemistry instruments (e.g., GC, FTIR, NMR).
Training or experience in evidence-based scientific teaching strategies, including principles of anti-racism, equity, diversity, and inclusivity in the STEM classroom.
Direct research experience in organic chemistry or a related molecular science field.
Demonstrated knowledge of hazardous waste management and a proactive approach to preventing laboratory accidents.

Job Duties

Teach first-semester Organic Chemistry lecture and laboratory courses (and other chemistry courses based on departmental need) in alignment with the approved Course Outline of Record.
Enforce and model rigorous safety standards in the laboratory, including the proper use of fume hoods, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), and the safe handling/disposal of flammable and/or toxic organic chemicals.
Maintain regularly scheduled office hours to assist students with course content.
Develop syllabi with clear Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs); assess student progress through examinations and lab reports; provide timely feedback to support student growth; and maintain accurate records of enrollment, attendance, and grades via the College's Learning Management System (LMS).
Attend organic chemistry program meetings and participate in Department and College "Flex Day" activities and professional development.
Supervise organic chemistry instrumentation use and ensure students follow all established safety guidelines, including the Chemical Hygiene Plan and program-specific safety training documents.

Minimum Qualifications

Master's in chemistry OR Bachelor's in chemistry or biochemistry AND Master's in biochemistry, chemical engineering, chemical physics, physics, molecular biology or geochemistry OR the equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

Advanced Academic Preparation: MS and/or PhD in Organic Chemistry.
Experience as instructor of record for a year-long Organic Chemistry lecture and laboratory sequence; alternatively, extensive experience as a Graduate Teaching Assistant (TA) in these courses is acceptable.
Experience teaching the principles of organic spectroscopic techniques (NMR, IR, GC) and modern synthetic methods to undergraduates.
Practical familiarity with the operation and troubleshooting of common organic chemistry instruments (e.g., GC, FTIR, NMR).
Training or experience in evidence-based scientific teaching strategies, including principles of anti-racism, equity, diversity, and inclusivity in the STEM classroom.
Direct research experience in organic chemistry or a related molecular science field.
Demonstrated knowledge of hazardous waste management and a proactive approach to preventing laboratory accidents.

Job Duties

Teach first-semester Organic Chemistry lecture and laboratory courses (and other chemistry courses based on departmental need) in alignment with the approved Course Outline of Record.
Enforce and model rigorous safety standards in the laboratory, including the proper use of fume hoods, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), and the safe handling/disposal of flammable and/or toxic organic chemicals.
Maintain regularly scheduled office hours to assist students with course content.
Develop syllabi with clear Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs); assess student progress through examinations and lab reports; provide timely feedback to support student growth; and maintain accurate records of enrollment, attendance, and grades via the College's Learning Management System (LMS).
Attend organic chemistry program meetings and participate in Department and College "Flex Day" activities and professional development.
Supervise organic chemistry instrumentation use and ensure students follow all established safety guidelines, including the Chemical Hygiene Plan and program-specific safety training documents.

Minimum Qualifications

Master's in chemistry OR Bachelor's in chemistry or biochemistry AND Master's in biochemistry, chemical engineering, chemical physics, physics, molecular biology or geochemistry OR the equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

Advanced Academic Preparation: MS and/or PhD in Organic Chemistry.
Experience as instructor of record for a year-long Organic Chemistry lecture and laboratory sequence; alternatively, extensive experience as a Graduate Teaching Assistant (TA) in these courses is acceptable.
Experience teaching the principles of organic spectroscopic techniques (NMR, IR, GC) and modern synthetic methods to undergraduates.
Practical familiarity with the operation and troubleshooting of common organic chemistry instruments (e.g., GC, FTIR, NMR).
Training or experience in evidence-based scientific teaching strategies, including principles of anti-racism, equity, diversity, and inclusivity in the STEM classroom.
Direct research experience in organic chemistry or a related molecular science field.
Demonstrated knowledge of hazardous waste management and a proactive approach to preventing laboratory accidents.

PT Instructor - Physical Science (Organic Chemistry) - Continuous Applicant Pool

Santa Monica College

1900 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90405, USA