Chemistry, Part-Time Faculty

Position Summary

The Chemistry Department seeks a dedicated and motivated individual to teach chemistry courses. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to student success through teaching and learning excellence. The selected candidate will perform duties and functions with the support of the program chair of Physical Sciences and will directly report to the Science Division Dean.

Pay, Benefits & Work Schedule

Quarterly remuneration for 5-credit lecture class is $6,418.75 - $7,824.65

Compensation is prorated based on type and duration of assignments. Individuals newly hired to Adjunct Professor group at the college are placed at the minimum rate per union bargaining agreement. Certain positions may also be eligible for assignment/project-based additional compensation, including a High Demand Stipend up to $8,350 annually, prorated based on the discipline and duration of the assignment. All additional compensations are subject to change depending on funding and negotiated agreement.

Generous benefits package for eligible employees is offered through Washington State plans that includes multiple medical, dental, life and disability coverage choices for employees and dependents; choices of retirement and deferred compensation plans; paid personal leave plan; transit program, reduced tuition, employee discounts and memberships, etc. Eligible employees are faculty who work a combined load of at least 50% at Bellevue College and other Washington State public institutions of higher education for two consecutive quarters are eligible for health and dental insurance at the start of the second consecutive quarter.

In addition to teaching, faculty maintains office hours and may participate in department and college activities. This position is represented by the Bellevue College Association of Higher Education (BCAHE) union.

About The College

Bellevue College is a diverse student-centered, comprehensive and innovative college, committed to teaching excellence that advances the life-long educational development of its students while strengthening the economic, social and cultural life of its diverse community. Bellevue College is located just 10 miles east of Seattle where we serve a student population of over 54% students of color and over 1,300 international students.

The college promotes student success by providing high-quality, flexible, accessible educational programs and services; advancing pluralism, inclusion and global awareness; and acting as a catalyst and collaborator for a vibrant region.

We strive to create a vibrant and inclusive campus community that supports a diverse student body, faculty and staff. As an essential part of our mission and goals, diversity, equity and pluralism are promoted and fostered in all aspects of college life. By enriching student life through leadership opportunities, personal learning and cultural experiences, we are committed to building an inclusive and diverse campus community that fosters creativity, innovation and student success.

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About the Department

The Chemistry Department is included in the Physical Sciences Program within the Science Division. Chemistry instruction is supported by a comprehensive collection of laboratory and demonstration apparatus and laboratory support staff. The members of the Chemistry Department are an active and eclectic group with a variety of research backgrounds, who share a common commitment to excellence in teaching. Members of the department participate in professional activities at both the regional and national levels.

Except for a very few courses (currently only CHEM 100) all of the department offerings are integrated lab-lecture courses with students earning both laboratory and lecture credit in the same course.

Essential Functions

* Teach a 6-credit combined lecture/lab class or a 5 credit Lecture class. Class sizes are typically 24 students.

* Teach chemistry courses spanning the chemistry department offerings as assigned.

* Teach in face-to-face settings and/or synchronous and/or asynchronous virtual settings.

* Prepare course materials, including varied assessments of student knowledge.

* Design and facilitate learning experiences centered around student needs and interests by using varied instruction methods and resources.

* Hold weekly office hours in accordance with the current faculty contract and generally assist students in person one-on-one and/or both through electronic media and in-person.

* Use data, self-reflection, and student/colleague feedback to revise your instruction, improve student success and better serve historically underserved, underrepresented, or marginalized. student populations (e.g. students with disabilities, black and indigenous students of color, first-generation college students, LGBTQIA+ students, veterans, English language learners, etc.).

* Grade and/or provide useful feedback to students in a way that promotes student…