Instructor Chemistry - Adjunct Pool

Houston City College; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,104 - 82,656; Part time

Job summary

Houston Community College invites applications for an Adjunct Pool in Chemistry who can support the college’s general education and program-specific courses. The role emphasizes engaging teaching, student success, and flexible scheduling within the adjunct system.

Applicants should be prepared to teach introductory and advanced chemistry topics, provide academic advising, and participate in professional development and campus service activities as needed.

Qualifications

• Must have completed at least eighteen (18) graduate hours in Chemistry and Physics.
• Master’s degree (official transcripts conferring degree must accompany the application).
• Minimum of one (1) year of college-level teaching or five (5) to ten (10) years of related work experience.

Responsibilities

• Teach the maximum load of equated hours as indicated by faculty guidelines.
• Provide academic advising to students and monitor progress.
• Engage in professional development and institutional/community service activities.

Skills

Teaching

Student Advising

Collaboration

Education

Master's degree

Graduate Chemistry/Physics hours

Job description

Instructor Chemistry - Adjunct Pool

Opportunity

You: Innovator. Pacesetter. Agent of change. If you're a tech-savvy, process improvement-focused Student Champion with a talent for developing partnerships with communities and individuals, we're looking for you.

Highlights: We are currently seeking an exceptional individual who will advance the institution's proud tradition of excellence in academics, student life and community service.

Next steps: If you always have the student experience in the forefront of your planning and execution, if you're a collaborator, an innovator and a person who gets things done, apply today!

Summary

Provide the expertise and knowledge that support the college curriculum and programs. Establish courses following accepted higher education standards, teach students using a variety of effective methodologies and provide engagement and support activities that encourage student learning. The role of the Instructional Faculty encompasses teaching and learning, academic advising, professional development and institutional and community service. The incumbent will teach the maximum load of equated hours as indicated in the Faculty Guidelines each semester.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Teaching

Academic Advising

Professional Development

Institutional and Community Service

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. The qualifications listed below are representative of the education, experience, knowledge, skills and/or abilities required.

Education

Must have completed at least eighteen (18) graduate hours in Chemistry and Physics and hold a Master’s degree (official transcript(s) conferring degree must accompany the application).

Experience

Minimum of one (1) year of college level teaching experience or five (5) to ten (10) years of related work experience required.

The Organization

Houston Community College (HCC) is composed of 14 Centers of Excellence and numerous satellite centers that serve the diverse communities in the Greater Houston area by preparing individuals to live and work in an increasingly international and technological society. HCC is one of the country’s largest singly-accredited, open-admission, community colleges offering associate degrees, certificates, workforce training, and lifelong learning opportunities.

The Team

Play a central role at HCC as you keep our everyday operations running like clockwork. You’ll get the chance to make things happen and work closely with inspiring leaders across different parts of the institution. Whether your role is supportive, administrative, financial or something else, you’ll be part of a dynamic team that not only provides HCC students with cutting-edge academic and career tools, it also takes care of its people.

Location

• Fourth-largest city in the U.S. and home to 54 Fortune 500 companies, second only to New York City’s 55.
• Approximately 145 languages are spoken here.
• Overall after-taxes living costs are 5.6 percent below the average for all 308 urban areas recently surveyed.
• Houston is a major-league sports town, and don’t forget the annual Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo.
• The weather is great! Mild winters ensure that outdoor activities can be enjoyed year-round.
• World-renowned medical care. The Houston metro area has long been known for its first-rate healthcare system, with many Houston area hospitals consistently ranking among the nation’s top institutions.
• With over 150 museums and cultural institutions in the Greater Houston area, museums are a large part of Houston’s cultural scene.
• Houston is the Culture & Culinary Capital of Texas with more than 7,500 restaurants and eating establishments covering 60+ cuisines.

If this sounds like the role for you and you’re ready to join an amazing team, please apply right away.

EEO Statement

Houston Community College does not discriminate on the bases of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation or veteran’s status. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Sandra Jacobson, Interim Director EEO/Compliance/Title IX Coordinator
Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX

PO Box 667517

Houston TX, 77266

713 718.8271 or [e-mail]

HCC values its employees and their contributions, promotes opportunities for their professional growth and development, and provides a positive working and learning environment that encourages involvement, innovation, and creativity.

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