Adjunct Faculty - Chemistry

Westcliff University; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Westcliff University in Irvine, CA is seeking an Adjunct Faculty member in Chemistry to deliver course instruction, manage syllabi, and assess student performance. The role requires experience teaching at the university level and flexibility to teach online, on-campus, or in hybrid settings.

Commitment to inclusive teaching and diverse student backgrounds is expected. The position supports the College of Nursing Program Chairs in coordinating coursework and contributing to program development

Qualifications

• Masters or Doctoral degree from a regionally or internationally accredited institution in or closely related to your field (Doctorate degrees in progress considered).
• Experience teaching online, on-campus, or in hybrid format.
• Five years experience teaching at the university level in your discipline.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing and managing your syllabus and corresponding materials.
• Facilitating class instruction utilizing your experience and passion for your field.
• Teaching your assigned classes in accordance with Westcliff University's learning objectives and session plan outlines.
• Administering evaluations of student performance based on course deliverables and rubrics.
• Posting course grades on our Learning Management System (LMS).
• Responding promptly to grade determination and providing detailed timely feedback.
• Submitting grades for assignments, discussions, exams and discussions promptly.
• Participating in Faculty Senate, programmatic development and committee work.
• Adhering to Westcliff University protocols.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

University teaching

Online/hybrid teaching

Diversity awareness

Education

Masters or Doctoral degree (required)

Doctorate in progress considered

Job description

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Requirements

Adjunct Faculty- Chemistry

Under the direction of the College of Nursing Program Chairs of the Undergraduate and Masters programs, you will engage in the following:

• Reviewing and managing your syllabus and corresponding materials
• Facilitating class instruction utilizing your experience and passion for your field
• Teaching your assigned classes in accordance with Westcliff University's learning objectives and session plan outlines
• Administering evaluations of student performance based on course deliverables and rubrics
• Posting course grades on our Learning Management System (LMS)
• Responding promptly to grade determination and providing detailed timely feedback
• Submitting grades for assignments, discussion board exercises, exams and discussions promptly
• Participating in Faculty Senate, programmatic development and committee work
• Adhering to Westcliff University protocols
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications/Requirements:

Masters or Doctoral degree from a regionally or internationally accredited institution in or closely related to your field. Will consider Doctorate degrees in progress, provided the candidate has at least 15 credits in the specialism they wish to teach

• Experience teaching online, on-campus, or in hybrid format
• Five years experience teaching at the university level in your discipline
• Demonstrated commitment to teaching students from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds

Education:

• Masters Degree from a regionally or internationally accredited institution or equivalent (Required), Doctoral Degree preferred.

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by the supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws. Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an at-will basis, unless otherwise contractually bound.

Westcliff University is an Equal Opportunity Employer