POOL PT Faculty, Chemistry

Job Summary

The chemistry instructor develops, plans, and presents organized lectures, laboratory activities, and out-of-class assignments in accordance with approved course outcomes.

• Teach Chemistry courses.
• Prepare and develop materials for classes utilizing approved course outcomes. Depending on the course assignment, you may be asked to use a curriculum developed by the department.
• Complete all administrative tasks associated with teaching a course: assign and grade student work, establish reasonable communication with students, report student attainment of course outcomes, maintain student records, and comply with college policies and processes related to teaching workload.
• Keep abreast of development in subject area, educational technology, innovative teaching techniques, and continuously strive for professional improvement.
• Establish and maintain opportunities for reasonable and consistent out-of-class contact with students.
• Assure that lab equipment is appropriately used, following all safety protocols and procedures. Verify that all equipment is accounted for at the end of each laboratory section.
• Exemplify and promote the mission of LBCC.
• Connect students to college support services and resources to promote student success and retention. Maintain reasonable communication with college support services to this end.
• Work effectively with students and staff of various cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds and ages, promoting an inclusive classroom environment and curriculum.
• Interact with supervisors, colleagues, and staff as part of a team.
• Participate as assigned in occasional department and advisory meetings.

Physical ability to stand for extended periods. Sufficient hand, arm, and finger dexterity to set up and operate equipment. Requires normal hearing and speaking skills to communicate with staff and students. Requires visual acuity to read words and numbers and operate lab equipment. Seventy percent or more of the job duties require standing. Work may be performed in classrooms and college science labs and may expose the employee to safety or health hazards.

The position may require after‑hour or weekend events.

Minimum qualifications:

a Master’s degree in Chemistry or a related field, or a Master’s degree in another field with a minimum of 27 graduate quarter hours in the primary subject to be taught.

Provisional:
Bachelor’s degree plus 27 graduate quarter hours in the above field(s) and active pursuit of a Master’s degree or doctorate. Applicants hired under this qualification may teach provisionally until completion of the minimum qualifications is verified.

Prefer recent teaching experience at a community college or university. Working knowledge of computer software and Learning Management Systems preferred. Experience with synchronous and asynchronous online instruction preferred. Expertise or experience in teaching from a social justice perspective preferred.

Criminal Background Check – C4.

Courses are paid on a per‑credit basis. New part‑time faculty begin at Step 1 of the payscale, with steps rolled once per term if eligible. All new employees must be compensated via direct deposit. Offers of employment are contingent on the applicant having Oregon residency at the time work commences. Employment is subject to completion of a post‑offer criminal background check.

Linn‑Benton Community College does not offer visa sponsorship; within three days of hire, you must complete the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Form I‑9 confirming authorization to work in the United States.

LBCC is an Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. Linn‑Benton Community College is a Fair Chance employer committed to inclusive hiring practices.

Applicants must attach the following documents when applying:

• Unofficial Academic Transcript showing a qualifying degree.
• For transcripts from institutions outside the United States, an international credential agency evaluation.
• Proof of Veteran Status for veterans to qualify for veteran’s consideration.
• Proof of Oregon residency.

Posting Number: 0601137-NC

Posting Date: 07/13/2024