Adjunct - Chemistry

Indian River State College; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 950,544 - 1,067,640; Part time

Job summary

Indian River State College seeks an Adjunct Supervisory Faculty to instruct in Chemistry. Responsibilities include preparing and grading coursework, engaging with students, and participating in departmental projects. Must hold a Master’s in Chemistry and have teaching experience.

The position offers a competitive credit rate of $690-$775 with opportunities for professional development and community service.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Chemistry with 18 graduate hours in subject.
• Proven experience teaching Chemistry and associated labs.
• Ability to apply technology in teaching.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and instruct all class and laboratory coursework.
• Grade assignments and maintain office hours.
• Participate in grant writing and departmental projects.

Skills

Knowledge of Chemistry

Excellent communication skills

Ability to teach diverse populations

Experience in online teaching

Computer literacy

Education

Master’s degree in Chemistry

Additional graduate work in related fields

Tools

Learning Management System (Canvas)

Job description

Job Summary

Under general guidance, prepare, instruct and grade all class and laboratory coursework. Assign final grades. Maintain regularly scheduled hours to meet with students. Engage in activities to improve student learning, retention, and completion. Serve the community and on college committees. Participate in grant writing individually and/or on a team.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare a syllabus for the lecture class and laboratories.
• Instruct the lecture class and laboratories with a minimum of thirty-six (36) semester hours annually.
• Grade all quizzes, tests, and written assignments; and enter grades in Canvas gradebook on a timely basis.
• Assign final grades.
• Maintain regularly scheduled office hours to meet with students.
• Develop and maintain course management through the college’s Learning Management system.
• Participate in Department budget preparation and in course planning and development.
• Assist with Divisional projects and programs.
• Serve effectively on committees or workgroups.
• Develop and/or implement strategies to support students’ retention, persistence, and program completion.
• Participating in grant writing individually and/or on a team.
• Complete all other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications, Knowledge and Skill Requirements

• Master’s degree (M.S.) in Chemistry, with a minimum of 18 graduate hours in Chemistry required. Additional graduate work in chemistry, biology, biochemistry, physics, or a related area preferred.
• Proven knowledge of and preference for experience in teaching Introduction to Chemistry, General Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, and the associated laboratories.
• Excellent communication skills – both verbal and written.
• Ability to work with and teach to diverse populations is essential.
• Ability to apply traditional and innovative technologies is essential.
• Ability to develop and/or implement strategies to support students’ retention, persistence, and program completion is essential.
• Ability to use data and assessment tools in the evaluation and improvement of instruction.
• Ability to engage students as active partners in the teaching/learning process.
• Ability to relate the concepts of chemistry to real life situations and applications.
• Computer literacy and experience using technology in the learning environment is essential.
• Experience teaching in an online environment preferred; an understanding of learning styles is preferred.
• Willingness to learn is essential.
• Appropriate credentialing requirements to meet all current and future accreditation requirements.
• Experience teaching at a two-year post-secondary institution preferred.

Physical Demands

This position requires an ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time and to present verbal lectures/demonstrations, walk, bend, lift, reach up, stoop, and carry items occasionally in excess of twenty-five (25) pounds. Some lifting of computer and electronic equipment may be required. It also requires manual dexterity to operate standard office machines, such as, copier, fax, calculator, telephone, and other equipment as necessary. IRSC expects its employees to follow proper safety standards while employed by the College.

Compensation and Employment Type

Classification: Adjunct Supervisory
FLSA Exempt: Yes
Employment Type: Temporary (Fixed Term)
Compensation: Credit rate $690.00 - $775.00, commensurate with degree/experience level.
Application Deadline: Open until filled.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Indian River State College is an equal opportunity/equal access institution. It is the policy of the District Board of Trustees to provide equal opportunity for employment and educational opportunities to all (including applicants for employment, employees, applicants for admission, students, and others affiliated with the College) without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or genetic information.