Adjunct - Chemistry

About the role

Indian River State College is seeking passionate and student-centered educators to join our team as Adjunct Chemistry Faculty.

Responsibilities

• Prepare a syllabus for the lecture class and laboratories;
• Instruct the lecture class and laboratories with a minimum of thirty-six (36) semester hours annually;
• Grade all quizzes, tests, and written assignments; and enter grades in Canvas gradebook on a timely basis;
• Assign final grades;
• Maintain regularly scheduled office hours to meet with students;
• Develop and maintain course management through the college’s Learning Management system;
• Participate in Department budget preparation and in course planning and development;
• Assist with Divisional projects and programs;
• Serve effectively on committees or workgroups;
• Develop and/or implement strategies to support students’ retention, persistence, and program completion is essential;
• Participating in grant writing individually and/or on a team.

Qualifications, Knowledge and Skill Requirements

• Master’s degree (M.S.) in Chemistry, with a minimum of 18 graduate hours in Chemistry required. Additional graduate work in chemistry, biology, biochemistry, physics, or a related area preferred;
• Proven knowledge of and preference for experience in teaching Introduction to Chemistry, General Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, and the associated laboratories;
• Excellent communication skills – both verbal and written;
• Ability to work with and teach to diverse populations is essential;
• Ability to apply traditional and innovative technologies is essential;
• Ability to develop and/or implement strategies to support students’ retention, persistence, and program completion is essential;
• Ability to use data and assessment tools in the evaluation and improvement of instruction;
• Ability to engage students as active partners in the teaching/learning process;
• Ability to relate the concepts of chemistry to real life situations and applications;
• Computer literacy and experience using technology in the learning environment is essential;
• Experience teaching in an online environment preferred;
• An understanding of learning styles is preferred; willingness to learn is essential;
• Appropriate credentialing requirements to meet all current and future accreditation requirements;
• Experience teaching at a two-year post-secondary institution preferred.

Physical Demands

This position requires an ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time and to present verbal lectures/demonstrations, walk, bend, lift, reach up, stoop, and carry items occasionally in excess of twenty-five (25) pounds. Some lifting of computer and electronic equipment may be required. It also requires manual dexterity to operate standard office machines, such as, copier, fax, calculator, telephone, and other equipment as necessary.

Classification

• Adjunct
• No Supervisory
• Supervisory
• No
• FLSA Exempt
• Yes
• Employment Type
• Temporary (Fixed Term)
• Compensation and Application Deadline
• Credit rate $690.00 - $775.00 | Open until filled | Commensurate with Degree/Experience Level