Adjunct Instructor, Chemistry

Do Great Things! Durham Technical Community College is hiring an Adjunct Instructor of Chemistry in the Physical Sciences Department. The Adjunct Instructor is responsible for course preparation, delivery, grading, and records management. The Instructor will work closely with the Discipline Chair and other discipline or cross-discipline faculty on matters related to and for the benefit of the Science and Math department and its students.

More specifically, and consistent with the terms and conditions of appointment as stipulated in the contract of employment, the Instructor is accountable for the duties listed below:

A master’s degree in Chemistry, or a related subject, with at least 18 graduate semester hours in Chemistry.

Successful experience teaching science courses at a university or community college preferred.

• Thorough understanding of and commitment to the mission and philosophy of the North Carolina Community College System.
• Knowledge of equitable teaching practices in the field of chemistry.
• Demonstrated ability to use modern instructional technology (Microsoft Office, learning management systems, email, Internet, student information databases, and library research databases) and experience with Internet-based instruction.
• Competence in oral and written communication skills necessary for effective teaching.
• Sensitivity to the needs and expectations of students, colleagues, and community groups, with a focus on equitable teaching.
• Ability to be organized, accurate, and punctual with paperwork and assigned tasks.
• Evidence of strong interpersonal skills, organizational skills, and effective oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and critical‑thinking skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Ability to make presentations to small and large audiences.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective, civil, and respectful communication and interpersonal relations throughout the college and community.
• Personal integrity, honesty, and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Familiarity with OSHA standards as they apply to educational environments.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. The physical and mental demands described as follows are representative of those that must be met by an employee in performing the essential functions of this job:

• Ability to sit and/or stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to move between classrooms, buildings, and campuses.
• Ability to express or exchange ideas.
• Ability to lift, at times, 10 lbs.
• Good eye/hand dexterity.

Specific work hours are to be determined by the scheduled class hours and by consultation with the supervisor. Hours are not guaranteed but are based on student enrollment and faculty needs.