Adjunct Faculty: Chemistry

Recent Jobs; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 2,400 - 2,500; Part time

Job summary

SLCC College in Lafayette, LA invites applications for an unclassified adjunct Chemistry instructor. You will provide competent classroom and laboratory instruction, teach assigned classes in line with syllabi, evaluate student progress, and contribute to course materials and catalog content. Minimum education is a Master\u2019s degree in Chemistry or a Master’s with 18 graduate hours in Chemistry; a Ph.D.

is preferred. A valid, unencumbered driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• Master's in Chemistry or equivalent requirement.
• Experience teaching Chemistry courses at the community college level.
• Ability to teach a diverse student body with varying levels of preparedness.

Responsibilities

• Provide competent classroom and laboratory instruction in the area of credentialed expertise.
• Teach assigned classes in keeping with approved syllabi, outlines, and instructional materials.
• Evaluate the progress of students in all classes according to institutional, divisional, departmental, and individual criteria.
• Prepare or assist in the preparation of materials used in academic administration when requested, including course syllabi, program outlines, and catalog material.
• Participate in scheduled in-service activities.
• Provide academic and career advice to students and promote student leadership and enrichment experiences.
• Continue as competent instructor in the chosen specialty by seeking new knowledge, improving teaching skills, and updating professional competencies.
• Ability to teach a student body diverse in age, ethnicity, and academic skills

Skills

Teaching ability

Laboratory instruction

Student assessment

Curriculum development

Education

Master's degree in Chemistry

18 graduate semester hours in Chemistry

PhD in Chemistry

Job description

College:SLCC

Department:Academic & Student Affairs

Sub department:STEM, Transportation & Energy

Type of Appointment:Unclassified - Adjunct

Salary:$2,400 - $2,500 per three credit course (determined by highest degree earned)

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide competent classroom and laboratory instruction in the area of credentialed expertise.
• Teach assigned classes in keeping with approved syllabi, outlines, and instructional materials.
• Evaluate the progress of students in all classes according to institutional, divisional, departmental, and individual criteria.
• Prepare or assist in the preparation of materials used in academic administration when requested, including course syllabi, program outlines, and catalog material.
• Participate in scheduled in-service activities.
• Provide academic and career advice to students and promote student leadership and enrichment experiences.
• Continue as competent instructor in the chosen specialty by seeking new knowledge, improving teaching skills, and updating professional competencies.
• Ability to teach a student body diverse in age, ethnicity, and academic skills

Standard duties expected of all faculties include development and evaluation of curricula, maintaining scheduled office hours, attending department and division meetings, pursuing professional growth activities, and performing other duties consistent with the role of an instructor.

Required Education:

• Minimum of a Master's of Science in Chemistry or a Master's degree with 18 graduate semester hours in Chemistry.

Required Experience:

• Demonstrated expertise in the subject area is required.
• Demonstrate excellent oral & written communication skills.

Required Licenses or Certifications:

Valid, unencumbered driver's license.

Preferred Education:

• Ph.D. in Chemistry or Ph.D. with 18 graduate semester hours in Chemistry.

Preferred Experience:

• Experience teaching Chemistry courses at the Community College level.
• Experience and demonstrated success in teaching Chemistry.
• Experience with classroom technology.

Passing pre-employment criminal background screen is required as a condition of employment.

SLCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Louisiana is a Model Employer for People with Disabilities.

Advertised:

26 Jun 2023 Central Daylight Time