Chemistry Instructor: Innovative Teaching & Research

Florida Gulf Coast University; Lexington (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida Gulf Coast University seeks an Instructor of Chemistry to teach undergraduate courses and contribute to curriculum development and scholarly activities. The role involves service on committees, ongoing professional development, and effective use of technology for varied teaching modalities.

The candidate will engage in department and university initiatives, maintain office hours, collaborate with colleagues, and participate in university-wide activities.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Chemistry, Forensic Science, or related area from a regionally accredited institution or equivalent.
• Demonstrated potential for, or a record of, achievement in teaching undergraduate courses.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned courses as outlined in the annual assignment.
• Prepare and deliver course content, including syllabi, lectures, instructional materials, assessments, and timely evaluation of student performance.
• Maintain scheduled office hours and ensure timely, professional communication with students, colleagues, staff, and administrators.
• Participate in departmental, college, and university meetings, as well as faculty evaluations, assessments, and curriculum development/revision efforts.
• Utilize the university’s learning management system and other required campus-wide technologies to support teaching and related responsibilities.
• Complete all mandatory university trainings and comply with all institutional policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Engage in ongoing self-assessment and professional development to maintain effective instructional practices and remain current in the field.
• Contribute to service at the departmental, institutional, community, and professional levels in alignment with the University’s mission.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Skills

Course development

Digital learning

Collaboration across teams

Strong communication

Education

Master’s degree in Chemistry or Forensic Science

Regionally accredited institution or equivalent

Job description

Florida Gulf Coast University seeks an Instructor of Chemistry to teach undergraduate courses and contribute to curriculum development and scholarly activities. The role involves service on committees, ongoing professional development, and effective use of technology for varied teaching modalities.

The candidate will engage in department and university initiatives, maintain office hours, collaborate with colleagues, and participate in university-wide activities.