Adjunct Faculty: Chemistry

Aims Community College; Evans (CO); On-site; USD 38,910 - 112,590; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition waiver

Gym access

Aims Discount program

Free parking

PERA retirement benefits

Supplemental benefits

Job summary

Aims Community College in Colorado is seeking a Chemistry faculty member to teach a range of courses at the Greeley campus and satellite sites. You will contribute to curriculum development, participate in ongoing professional development, and assist with textbook selection while aligning with the college's mission.

Occasional travel may be required, and you will collaborate with the Department Chair and Academic Dean to ensure high standards and student success across courses in chemistry and

Qualifications

• Master's degree in chemistry, biochemistry, chemical engineering, molecular biology, or a closely related discipline with required graduate credits.
• At least 12 content-specific graduate credits or 18 chemistry graduate credits as specified.

Responsibilities

• Instruct assignments which may include a variety of chemistry courses.
• Assist in program/curriculum evaluation, articulation, revision and development.
• Participate in on-going professional development.
• Assist with evaluation and selection of textbooks and other resource materials.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Department Chair and the Academic Dean.

Skills

Teaching

Curriculum development

Professional development

Education

Master's degree in chemistry or related field (12 content-specific graduate credits) OR 18 graduate chemistry credits

Job description

Job Description

Aims Community College actively supports an environment that embraces the College's Mission, Vision, Values and a culture of innovation and care. The College embraces and seeks to hire individuals who want to be a part of this environment and have the skill sets necessary to be successful in this position. The faculty member will conduct their assignments and co-curricular college activities in a manner consistent with the philosophy and purpose of Aims Community College as stated in the school catalog. The primary purpose of the faculty member is to teach. Occasional travel may be required.

Compensation and Benefits

Based on course content, wages will range from $1,297.00 per credit to $3,753.00 per credit. In certain instances, due to low enrollment, faculty payment will be based on part‑time per credit pay and pro‑rated on a 10% per student basis.

• Tuition waiver for employee on Aims courses
• Access to the PERC (Aims gym) for employee & one guest
• Aims Discount program
• Free parking on all campuses
• PERA employer (see www.copera.org for comprehensive benefits)
• Additional supplemental benefits & retirement programs available

Job Duties

• Instruct assignments which may include a variety of courses in Chemistry depending on the candidate’s area of expertise.
• Assist in program/curriculum evaluation, articulation, revision and development.
• Participate in on‑going professional development.
• Assist with evaluation and selection of textbooks and other resource materials.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Department Chair and the Academic Dean.

Work Hours

• Teach day and/or evening classes at Greeley campus or satellite campuses in Loveland and Fort Lupton.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's degree in chemistry, biochemistry, chemical engineering, molecular biology, or a closely related discipline (master's degree must show at least 12 credits in content‑specific graduate‑level courses) OR master's degree including 18 graduate level credit hours in chemistry.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous College teaching experience

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Copy of Transcripts (official transcripts will be required upon hire)

Screening / Selection

Initial screening will be conducted by a committee based on completed application materials. Employees in these positions may be asked to participate in temporary assignments lasting less than 6 months (such as curriculum development, short term projects, meetings and substitute duties) which could amount to additional temporary pay.

Upon hire, all positions at Aims Community College require a criminal background check, and may require industry specific screenings such as an MVR, physical and/or drug screen. The nature of a conviction will be considered relative to the duties of the position.

EEO Statement

Aims Community College is an equal opportunity employer. Selection will be based solely on merit and will be without discrimination based on age, ancestry, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, race, religion, or veteran's status. All application materials must be submitted by the closing date posted and become the property of Aims Community College. The screening committee will select finalists for interviews. The goal of Aims Community College is to enhance the diversity present in the district we serve. To comply with Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, if hired, you will be required to provide documents within 3 days of hire date to show your identity and your authorization to work. This law applies to all persons hired.

Documentation Requirements Upon Hire

Upon hire, must submit academic transcripts from an accredited institution. Applicants who have degrees from outside the United States must request a credential evaluation of their transcript. National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or Association of International Credential Evaluators lists members who may be contacted for assistance in evaluating foreign credentials. All required documents need to be submitted on every application. There is no way for Aims to attach these documents in the process. However, upon hire current Aims Community College Faculty are not required to submit transcripts if official transcripts are already on file.