Part-time Faculty Chemistry & Biochemistry

Northern Kentucky University; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking part-time faculty members for teaching roles in Chemistry and Biochemistry. This opportunity involves engaging with students through dynamic teaching methods, developing course materials, and facilitating learning in a supportive environment. Ideal candidates will have a Master's Degree in Chemistry or a related field, with a passion for education and a commitment to student success. Join a collaborative team dedicated to fostering academic excellence and inspiring the next generation of scientists.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree or equivalent in Chemistry or related discipline required.
• Experience in teaching and curriculum development is essential.

Responsibilities

• Teach a two or three-contact hour course during scheduled times.
• Manage course content and grades through Canvas and MyNKU.

Skills

Teaching

Curriculum Development

Student Assessment

Chemistry Knowledge

Education

Master's Degree in Chemistry

Equivalent in a related discipline

Tools

Canvas

MyNKU

Job description

Posting Details

Position Information

The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at Northern Kentucky University is seeking to create a database of potential part-time instructors who are qualified to teach courses in one or more of the following disciplines:

THERE IS NOT A SPECIFIC POSITION ASSOCIATED WITH THIS POSTING. THIS POSTING WILL BE USED TO CREATE A DATABASE OF POTENTIAL PART-TIME FACULTY.

While we welcome teaching expertise in all areas, our most common needs are in the general chemistry sequence (CHE 120, CHE 120L, CHE 121L, CHE 121L), physiological chemistry (CHE 115, CHE 115L), and organic chemistry laboratory (CHE 310L, CHE 311L).

All applicants must have a minimum of a Master's Degree or equivalent in Chemistry or a closely related discipline.

Please submit your application with a cover letter, vitae, and the names of at least three professional references.

Any candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a pre-employment criminal background check as mandated by state law.

Working Title	Part-time Faculty Chemistry & Biochemistry
Department	Chemistry and Biochemistry
Full Time or Part Time?	Part - Time
Position Number	tbd
Purpose of Position
Primary Responsibilities	Teaching responsibilities involve: Teaching a two or three-contact hour course during scheduled course times. Creating a syllabus with a timeline of classes for students. Providing times to meet students outside of class (office hours; virtual or face-to-face). Managing course content for students through Canvas Managing mid-term and final grades though the MyNKU online grading system. Also, under the direction of the Academic Department Chair and in consultation with the course coordinator: * Develop and manage syllabus materials. The faculty is responsible for selecting and compiling tests, assignments and/or online discussion exercises that permit measurement of performance relative to standardized learning objectives. * Coordinate courseware and curriculum with academic department chair. The faculty is responsible for reviewing any textbook and other courseware changes with the academic department chair and other full-time faculty teaching the course. * Facilitate class instruction. The faculty is responsible for teaching the assigned class in accordance with learning objectives and session plan outlines * The faculty is expected to administer evaluations of student performance based on course deliverables and course rubrics. All course grades must be posted in MyNKU.
Qualifications
Minimum Education	Master's Degree
Preferred Education	Master's Degree

Posting Detail Information

Requisition Number	2019F449
Job Open Date	01/03/2022
Job Close Date
Quick Link	https://jobs.nku.edu/postings/9023