Instructor of Chemistry

Connecticut State Community College; Waterbury (CT); On-site; USD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous leave policies

Retirement plan options

Comprehensive health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Connecticut State Community College seeks an experienced teaching faculty member for on-site instruction at the Waterbury campus. The Assistant Professor will teach up to 30 credit hours annually in the assigned discipline across lecture, hybrid, and online formats, developing syllabi and maintaining current course materials.

The candidate will respond to student needs, mentor peers, and contribute to program reviews and accreditation activities as outlined in the Collective Bargaining

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in Biochemistry or Chemistry.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse backgrounds and strong communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams).
• Two+ years of college-level teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach up to 30 credit hours per academic year in assigned discipline, in lecture, hybrid, or online formats.
• Develop syllabi, reading lists, and up-to-date course materials.
• Provide student mentoring, advising, and assessments of learning outcomes.
• Participate in program reviews, accreditation activities, and service on committees.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Diversity minded

MS Office

Education

Master’s degree in Biochemistry or Chemistry

Tools

Blackboard

Online instruction tools

Job description

About CT State

Connecticut State Community College (CT State) was launched on July 1, 2023, through the consolidation of Connecticut’s 12 community colleges. With campuses and satellite locations statewide, CT State serves all 169 towns and neighboring states. As the largest community college in New England, CT State is committed to providing high-quality, affordable, and accessible education that supports students’ academic, career, and personal success.

About CT State

Connecticut State Community College (CT State) was launched on July 1, 2023, through the consolidation of Connecticut’s 12 community colleges. With campuses and satellite locations statewide, CT State serves all 169 towns and neighboring states. As the largest community college in New England, CT State is committed to providing high-quality, affordable, and accessible education that supports students’ academic, career, and personal success.

Position Details (Internal to CT State Employees Only)

• Reposted: August 27, 2026
• Level: Instructor
• Employment Type: Standard, tenure track position
• Hours: Full-time, 10-month (30 credit hours per academic year)
• Anticipated Start Date: Spring 2027
• Work Location: CT State Naugatuck Valley (750 Chase Pkwy, Waterbury, CT 06708)
• Work Modality: On site; Position is not remote
• Closing Date: Open until filled, with priority consideration given to applicants who submit materials by Wednesday, September 9, 2026.

Position Summary

All Teaching Faculty members shall: Prepare and teach college-approved courses in accordance with approved course descriptions and class schedules, including developing syllabi and reading lists and keeping each course taught complete and up to date; respond to and work with multiple constituencies, including students, peers (faculty and staff), and external agencies (business, community, educational, etc.); perform divisional departmental responsibilities in the selection of texts and related teaching resources; and other teaching and related duties as outlined on the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Dean, Department Chair, or other administrator, the Assistant Professor is responsible for teaching thirty (30) credit hours per academic year and delivering a range of courses within the assigned discipline. Courses may be offered in lecture, hybrid, and/or online formats, and teaching schedules may include both day and evening classes.

Key responsibilities include:

• Teaching courses within the assigned discipline area in accordance with institutional standards
• Evaluating and assessing student learning outcomes
• Providing student support, mentoring, and academic advising
• Developing curriculum and periodically reviewing and updating instructional materials
• Assisting with program reviews and accreditation-related activities
• Planning and executing program-related events
• Attending workshops, trainings, and/or professional conferences to maintain currency in the field

Additional responsibilities include:

• Attendance and participation at convocation and commencement ceremonies
• Service on assigned committees and task forces
• Attendance and participation at committee, staff, informational, and professional meetings, which may occur during evenings and weekends

This posting outlines qualifications, experience, and skills but is not limited to the full specifications and responsibilities that is stated within the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Minimum Qualifications

Master’s degree or higher in Biochemistry or Chemistry.

Successful Candidate must have or must possess:

• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds, including individuals with disabilities
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)

Preferred Qualifications

• Two (2) or more years’ related college-level teaching experience (48+ credits)
• Experience teaching General Chemistry I, General Chemistry II, General Biology I, Introduction to Biology, Biochemistry, Organic Chemistry I or Organic Chemistry II
• Experience using technology to enhance the learning environment, e.g., Blackboard, online instruction or other modalities/software

Salary and Benefits

• Salary $65,708 approximate annual
• *Because the start date for this position falls within the second semester of the academic year, bi-weekly pay will be prorated across the remaining pay periods. At the conclusion of this period, (start of the Fall semester) bi-weekly earnings will be adjusted to reflect the full annual salary applicable at that time

CT State offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Generous leave policies
• Multiple retirement plan options
• Comprehensive health insurance choices
• Supplemental benefits for retirement and family protection
• Tuition reimbursement (if applicable)

For more information, visit: CSCU - Human Resources - Future Employees.

Selection Process

After the closing date, applications will be reviewed by a selection committee. Candidates selected for further consideration will be those who best meet the minimum and preferred qualifications and who submitted all required materials by the deadline.

The selection process may include interviews and practical exercises (e.g., written, technical, or simulation exercises). Finalists will be recommended to the Hiring Manager for final selection.

Background Screening

Employment offers are contingent upon:

• Proof of eligibility to work under the Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA)
• Successful completion of a background check, including granting permission to contact current and previous employers for verification, reference checks, criminal history, and, when applicable, credit or driving history checks

Equity Statement

Connecticut State Community College commits to bold and disruptive change by actively identifying, naming, and dismantling structural racism, systemic poverty, and other barriers; establishing equitable and anti-racist policies and practices; and empowering students, faculty, staff, and administrators to advance racial, social, and economic justice. Our core collective responsibility is to continuously assess practices and policies and transform the world we live in by eliminating inequities.

Continuing Notice of Nondiscrimination

CT State Community College does not discriminate on the basis of age, ancestry, color, national origin, gender identity or expression, genetic information, learning disability, marital status, intellectual disability, physical disability (including but not limited to blindness), present or past history of mental disability, prior criminal record, race, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy and sexual harassment), sexual orientation, retaliation for previously opposed discrimination or coercion, veteran status, victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and/or trafficking or any other federal or state protected class in its employment, programs, and activities, unless the provisions of Section 46a-80(b) or 46a-81(b) of the Connecticut General Statutes are controlling or there are bona fide occupational qualifications excluding persons in one of the above protected groups.

For information regarding the nondiscrimination, disability, and Title IX policies/procedures, contact: Nicholas D'Agostino, Director of Equity and Civil Rights, CT State Community College, 185 Main Street, New Britain, CT 06051, 860-612-7075 or [e-mail].

CSCC IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.