Adjunct Faculty in Chemistry

Clovis Community College - Clovis, NM; Clovis (NM); On-site; USD 820,000 - 1,109,000; Part time

Job summary

Clovis Community College is seeking an adjunct instructor to join the Instruction department. This term-contract, part-time role focuses on delivering course work as scheduled, with no reappointment guarantees.

Minimum qualifications include a Master’s degree in the related field (or 18 graduate hours in the discipline). The compensation is $700 per credit hour, and the position emphasizes course design, timely feedback, and adherence to college policies.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required; 18 graduate hours acceptable in the discipline to be taught.
• Degrees from accredited institutions or recognized equivalents.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned courses and prepare complete syllabi with outcomes and competencies.
• Deliver lectures and classroom activities aligned with the syllabus.

Education

Master’s degree in related field or 18 graduate hours in discipline

Job description

Compensation:

$700 Per Credit Hour

CompensationType:

Salary

Employment Type:

Grade:

Department:

Instruction

Position Summary

An adjunct instructor is appointed on a term contract for instructional, temporary and part-time assignments. They are not assigned to other responsibilities such as professional service or college service. They have no right to reappointment. Persons appointed at this rank will vary in minimal academic qualifications but generally shall have a relevant doctoral or equivalent terminal degree to teach at the upper division and graduate level, and a master’s degree for lower division courses. All degrees shall be from accredited institutions or from internationally reputable and recognized institutions. Exceptions to these requirements may be made by the Provost upon presentation of evidence of a record of experience or other credentials that indicate academic degree equivalence. Adjunct Faculty members can only serve as Faculty Senators if they teach during the current semester or have taught within the last fiscal year.

Duties & Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Teaching assignments may vary depending on the specific qualifications and expertise of the individual
• The Instructor will provide students with a complete syllabus containing course outcomes and competencies
• Present well prepared, organized, and clear lectures and classroom activities consistent with the course syllabus
• Continually promote development and effective use of skills in areas such as critical and analytical thinking, evaluation, communication, computation, problem solving, assessment, and decision-making; provide students with timely information and feedback on academic progress relative to quizzes, tests, homework, and projects
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date records of student academic performance; and possess a thorough knowledge and understanding of all college policies
• Use technology tools including, but not limited to, Canvas, Starfish, e‑mail, MS Office, and the Internet.
• Requires continuous movement within the College, continuous sitting and handling of small objects such as paper and pen.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include but are not limited to:

• Perform additional duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Requires frequent and continuous sitting/moving about, continuous use of fine motor skills, and pushing and pulling of up to 20 lbs.

SCHEDULE DETAILS:

Will vary. Occasional evening and weekend hours may be required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree in the related field or a master’s degree in another field with 18 additional graduate hours in the discipline to be taught.

EEO STATEMENT:

As an EEO employer, Clovis Community College will not discriminate in our employment practices based on an applicant’s race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, serious medical condition or status as a protected veteran or spousal affiliation. Clovis Community College hires only U.S. citizens and individuals lawfully authorized to work in the U.S.