"Adjunct Professor of Chemistry-General - 2012001220P"

Position TitleAdjunct Professor of Chemistry-GeneralPosting Number2012001220PFull Time or Part TimePart TimeHours/DayRegular/TemporaryTemporaryIf Temporary: Number of Weeks/MonthsFall 2024 Semester (August 25, 2024 – December 16, 2024)Calendar TypeAcademic YearIf Academic Position: Number of Weeks/MonthsPosition TypeFacultyPreferred Start Date08/26/2024

Position Summary Information

About StonehillFounded by the Congregation of Holy Cross in 1948, Stonehill is a private Catholic college located just 22 miles from downtown Boston on a beautiful 384-acre campus in Easton, Massachusetts. With a student to faculty ratio of 13:1, the College engages its 2,500+ students in 80+ rigorous academic programs in the liberal arts, sciences, and pre-professional fields.

Faithful to the Holy Cross tradition in education, Stonehill College is committed to developing the moral, spiritual, intellectual, physical, and social competencies of its students and seeks to build and sustain a campus community that embraces diversity and inclusion in its teaching, learning, living, and working. Stonehill values a diversity of persons, opinions, and cultural and religious perspectives. In fulfillment of its motto, Lux et Spes (“Light and Hope”), the College cultivates in its students the competence to think, act, and lead with courage towards creating a more just and compassionate world.

EEO Statement:

Equal Employment Opportunity shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, and or ancestry. Stonehill College will adhere to the Federal Requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Civil Rights Act of 1991, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and its amendments, the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, the Massachusetts Fair Employment Practice Law, and all other applicable State and Federal laws. The College is committed to providing a work environment that is free of discrimination. All employees and applicants will be treated fairly, equitably, and with courtesy. Stonehill College encourages diversity and welcomes individuals who will enrich the cultural and diverse experiences of the campus. In accordance with Massachusetts law, employees of Stonehill College are considered employees-at-will.

• Position SummaryThe Department of Chemistry seeks applicants for a part-time instructor to teach one section of General Chemistry (CHM113). The successful candidate will teach a combined lecture and lab course as a member of a group of faculty that includes both the lecturers and lab personnel for the course. The Canvas learning management system (LMS) is used by all courses and may include the reading materials, online quizzes, and lecture slides.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesTeach one (1) weekly section of General Chemistry (CHM 113), which includes: providing lectures that introduce the fundamentals of chemistry (as define by our learning objectives) and prepares students for organic chemistry; assisting students performing experiments; holding weekly office hours (3 hr/wk, can be online); being available by email; and providing timely grading of all written assignments in own section.
• Work cooperatively with Department Faculty.
• Supervise and mentor work-study lab assistants within own section.
• In-person lecture and lab (3 times weekly, 2 hrs per meeting).
• Grade assignments and exams.
• Encourage students to complete the course evaluations at the end of each semester.

Education and/or ExperiencePh.D. in chemistry or a closely related field, or M.S. in chemistry with experience working in chemistry. Teaching experience at the undergraduate level preferred.Preferred QualificationsKnowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesExperience with a learning management system (LMS, e.g., Blackboard, Canvas) preferred. Ability to use both Macintosh and Windows computers and to teach the use of Excel, Word, and ChemDraw. Strong working knowledge of NMR, IR, GC\MS, GC-TCD, and polarimeters preferred. Ability to write clearly and informatively. Strong oral communication skills.Physical DemandsWork EnvironmentLicenses/CertificationsCompetencies

Posting Detail Information

Special Instructions to ApplicantsApplications are accepted through the Stonehill Jobs website only. The application should include: 1) a cover letter, 2) a resume or curriculum vitae (resume preferred), and 3) the names and contact information for two professional references. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. For any questions, please contact Prof. Daniel Rogers at drogers2 at stonehill dot edu.