Community College Chemistry Faculty

Northland Community and Technical College; Thief River Falls (MN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Northland Community and Technical College in Minnesota seeks a full-time Chemistry Instructor for Spring 2027, primarily for East Grand Forks, to join a creative, student-centered learning community. The position involves classroom and lab instruction, advising, and ongoing professional participation across campus locations.

The role emphasizes collaboration, curriculum development, assessment of student learning, and engagement in college-wide initiatives as part of a diverse, equity-focused

Qualifications

• Master's degree in chemistry or 18 graduate credits in chemistry.
• Experience in higher-education teaching is preferred.
• Commitment to quality instruction and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Deliver classroom, lab, and clinical instruction.
• Advise students and support their academic progress.
• Participate in course evaluation and curriculum development.
• Serve on committees and contribute to college initiatives.
• Support accreditation processes and program review.
• Pursue professional development and engage in student-centered activities.
• Advocate for students, program, and college.

Skills

Teaching

Curriculum development

Student advising

Education

Master's degree in chemistry

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Job description

Northland Community and Technical College seeks a full-time Chemistry Instructor for both campus locations; primarily, East Grand Forks, dedicated to excellence in teaching, who desires to become part of a creative, vibrant, student-centered learning community. *****This is for Spring 2027!*****

Classroom teaching and other contacts with students form the core of the faculty work assignment. Additionally, professional development and service to the college are the other core components of a faculty member’s work assignment. A faculty member will plan to engage in such activities as: student advising, course evaluation, classroom preparation, the evaluation of student performance, committee assignments, classroom research and community service as part of the overall work assignment. A faculty member’s work assignment includes a number of diverse professional responsibilities.

• Participate in department and college curriculum development.
• Deliver classroom, lab, and clinical instruction.
• Conduct classroom assessment and evaluation activities.
• Participate in committee assignments and college-wide initiatives.
• Participate in department accreditation and review.
• Engage in professional development activities.
• Advocate on behalf of students, program, and college.

**This is for a Spring 2027 start**

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's degree with a major in chemistry or a Master's degree with a minimum of 18 graduate semester credits (27 graduate quarter credits) in chemistry.

Preferred Qualification

• Teaching experience at the two-year college level.
• Expertise in teaching general and introductory chemistry.
• Demonstrated commitment to quality instruction and continuous improvement.
• Experience with laboratory technology for instruction.
• Experience in assessment of student learning that includes a variety of summative and formative strategies.
• Experience in or demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse and equity-focused working and learning environment.
• Demonstrated commitment to the mission, vision, and values of community and technical colleges.
• Exceptional team player who is willing to devote time to students and the department.

Other Requirements

In accordance with the Minnesota State Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to Minnesota State's vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.