Assistant Professor, Chemistry

About the Role

The Chemistry Department seeks educators who value critical thinking, curiosity, objectivity, and respect for diversity. The department aims to guide students in developing an understanding of physical and life science concepts to inform their career decisions, environmental awareness, and community responsibilities. Educators will help students acquire skills for safe, accurate, and effective scientific inquiry while serving the diverse needs of the community through a range of physical and life science courses.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate a commitment to the philosophy and mission of a comprehensive community college, fostering a diverse and inclusive environment.
• Teach lecture and lab portions of college transfer-level courses in basic, general, and/or organic chemistry for STEM, liberal arts, and health sciences, and/or courses in chemical technology.
• Maintain currency in subject content, technological advancements, and pedagogy within the discipline.
• Adhere to general lab safety, including proper handling and disposal of chemicals and biohazard waste.
• Use technology to enhance instruction, complete administrative tasks, and communicate effectively with students and the campus community.
• Create assessments that evaluate student learning outcomes.
• Develop curriculum using a student-focused approach to create meaningful educational experiences.
• Participate in college and departmental activities, including committee work, assessment, and development of new course modalities.
• Travel to multiple campus locations as required by department needs.

Requirements

• Minimum of a master’s degree in chemistry.
• Willingness to travel to multiple campus locations.
• Authorization to work for any employer in the U.S. (visa sponsorship is not available).

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Evidence of a collaborative approach in working with students and colleagues.
• Knowledge of learning management software (LMS), such as Blackboard Ultra, or related programs.
• Ability to use common laboratory equipment such as balances, pipettes, and spectroscopy.
• Demonstrated lab safety knowledge for a Chemistry Lab.
• Demonstrated ability to teach in multiple modalities, including face-to-face, hybrid, online, and seven-week formats.
• Knowledge of a second language (preferred but not required).

This position will begin in the Spring 2027 semester.