Chemistry Adjunct

About the role

Olympic College is recruiting adjunct faculty to teach courses in Chemistry. Part-time positions at the college are open continuously and reviewed on a quarter-by-quarter basis.

Responsibilities

• Teach college-level courses by the college catalog, schedule of classes, course outlines, and course syllabi.
• Provide quality teaching including related preparation and grading.
• Provide class syllabi to students enrolled in classes and to the division office as requested.
• Maintain and provide accurate and complete course and student records in a professional and timely manner.
• May include evening instruction.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: Master's degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or Chemical Engineering from a nationally accredited institution.
• Basic Computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
• Desired Qualifications: Successful teaching experience in Chemistry at a college level.

Skills

Essential functions include imparting excitement and enthusiasm towards course content and the educational experience, utilizing a variety of alternative teaching methods and modalities to engage and meet the educational needs of diverse student populations, incorporating the use of technology in instruction to facilitate student success, demonstrating success working with individuals and groups representing a wide range of diverse cultural, geographic, socio-economic, racial, and other backgrounds as well as military veterans, demonstrating an understanding of accessibility and universal design and providing special accommodations via course materials and classroom activities as needed, demonstrating effective verbal and written communication skills, demonstrating excellent interpersonal skills to collaborate and build rapport with colleagues, staff, and students as part of an educational team, demonstrating ethics, integrity, and sound professional judgment.

Benefits

The list of benefits that may be available after is as follows:

• Deferred Compensation Program (DRS) retirement savings plan;
• TIAA supplemental retirement savings plan,
• sick leave,
• Aflac,
• space available tuition waiver,
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP),
• fitness center,
• reduced rate and priority consideration on-site childcare on a space available.

Pay

This is an adjunct faculty position contracted on a quarterly basis. Final salary contract will be determined based on educational qualifications and applicable credits. The salary listed is a range based on per quarter.

Schedule

Adjunct positions at the college are open continuously and reviewed on a quarter-by-quarter basis. Individuals who apply to the applicant pool are considered active for a period of 12 months from the application date and may be contacted when vacancies occur. Applying does not guarantee that a position will be available or offered. Adjuncts are not eligible for benefits upon their initial hire. Adjunct faculty must work 50 percent of a full-time load for two consecutive quarters to become eligible. Additional hours earned at other SBCTC colleges may count towards this requirement.

Additional Information

Terms of Employment: Please note that we are unable to sponsor visas for this position. Only candidates who are currently authorized to work in the United States will be considered. Faculty members must submit official, unopened transcripts to the Human Resources department within 30 days of their employment. Final salary contract will be determined based on educational qualifications and applicable credits. The salary listed is a range based on per quarter. A collective bargaining agreement exists, and this position is covered by the Association for Higher Education (AHE). Flexibility is required to meet the needs of the department. Evening and/or weekend classes, instruction at satellite Olympic College campuses, and off-campus assignments including travel to clinical sites may be a part of the instructional load.

How to Apply

To be considered for this position, a candidate must apply online through the Olympic College website and submit the following required materials:

• Olympic College Online Application
• Resume
• Cover Letter - in your cover letter, describe how your experience sets you apart for this position.
• Unofficial college transcripts.

Official transcripts and copies of mandated certifications will be required of the successful candidate.

EEO Statement

Olympic College values equity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator. Olympic College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, or status as a veteran of war. Prohibited sex discrimination includes sexual harassment include but not limited to unwelcome sexual conduct. Provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Rehabilitation Act.

Contact Information

The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies:

• Erin Pohl, Title VII and Title IX, building 5, room 528A, 360-475-7303.

Additional Information

Conditions of Employment: Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position. In addition to the background check, candidates will be required to complete the Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Form as required WB HB 2327. The employee must reside in Washington State and within a reasonable distance of the campus to respond to workplace reporting requirements at the time of hiring. Frequent travel to Olympic College campuses or other sites may occur.

Application Instructions

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Questions

What is your highest level of education?

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Doctoral Degree

Please indicate your experience level with Microsoft Office Programs.

• Beginning
• Intermediate
• Advanced

Do you have successful teaching experience in Chemistry at a college level?

• Yes
• No