Chemistry Instructor

Lamar Institute of Technology; Beaumont (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Lamar Institute of Technology in Beaumont, TX invites applications for an Instructor of Chemistry in the Healthcare and Sciences Department. The role includes teaching chemistry courses, maintaining office hours, and contributing to curriculum development across campus and online formats.

Responsibilities also include coordinating advisory committee activities, participating in professional development, and supporting recruitment and retention efforts to advance the Institute's Growth and

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Chemistry or Master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in Chemistry.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Actively engage students in the learning process.
• Teach classes during fall and spring semesters, including online courses.
• Maintain office hours and assist in curriculum development.
• Coordinate and attend advisory committee meetings; attend workshops to upgrade teaching skills.
• Recruitment and retention as part of achieving the Institute’s Shared Vision of Growth and Excellence.

Skills

Teaching

Communication

Teamwork

Time management

Education

Master’s degree in Chemistry or 18 graduate hours in Chemistry

Experience teaching in higher education

Doctorate degree in subject area

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Lamar Institute of Technology is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including and as it pertains to pregnancy and wages), national origin, disability, age, genetic information, protected veteran status, and/or retaliation.
• LIT's Annual Security Report is provided in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (20 USC § 1092(f), 34 CFR 668.46). This report contains information regarding campus safety and security including topics such as: campus law enforcement authority; crime reporting policies; campus alerts (Timely Warnings and Emergency Notifications); programs to prevent dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking; the procedures the Institute will follow when one of these crimes is reported; and other matters of importance related to security on campus. The report also contains information about crime statistics for the three most recent calendar years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in non-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by the Institute or a recognized student organization; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus. If you would like to receive a paper copy of the Annual Security Report, you can stop by Lamar Institute of Technology, Eagles' Nest building at 855 East Lavaca, Beaumont, TX, 77705, or you can request that a copy be mailed to you by calling 409-247-4838 or emailing [e-mail].
• If you have questions, please email the Human Resources department at [e-mail] or call 409-981-6824.

Job Summary

The Instructor for Chemistry’s responsibilities include, but are not limited to, providing instruction for students enrolled in Chemistry courses (along with other related courses and topics) in the Healthcare and Sciences Department. This individual is also responsible for maintaining office hours; and teaching extended day classes, labs, and hybrid/online courses, as required, both on campus and at alternate locations. This individual helps coordinate and attend advisory committee meetings; attends workshops, seminars, and conferences to upgrade teaching skills; assists in the development of curriculum, as needed; and maintain program computer labs. All LIT faculty are responsible for recruitment and retention as a part of achieving the Institute’s Shared Vision of Growth and Excellence.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Actively engage students in the learning process
• Maintain ethical and professional behavior
• Maintain knowledge of and adherence to the policies and procedures contained in the TSUS and LIT Policies and Procedures Manual
• Participate in college service, which includes but is not limited to, committee work, advising and/or tutoring students, and recruiting
• Teach classes during the fall and spring semesters as required by the department (might include day, evening, weekend, and Early College High School/dual credit); including online courses
• Provide mentorship to dual credit partners/mentees
• Attend Teaching and Learning Center sessions to enhance teaching skills
• Stay abreast of national matters and trends in education
• Participate in assessment activities for the LIT Core Curriculum
• Assist in the development of curriculum as needed
• Perform other related duties, as required

Minimum/Preferred Qualifications

• MINIMUM EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Master’s degree in Chemistry or Master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in Chemistry
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
• Knowledge of teaching methodologies/pedagogical strategies
• Possess good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work well in a team environment
• Possess good time management skills
• PREFERRED EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS: Experience teaching in higher education
• Doctorate degree in subject area
• Related field and/or industry certifications

Supplemental Information

This position requires the ability to: remain in a stationary position for most of the time; occasionally move about inside an office to access documents, office equipment, etc.; constantly operate a computer or other office equipment, such as a printer or copy machine.

• Lamar Institute of Technology is an E-Verify Employer.
• This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. Click here for the Security Sensitive Release Form.