Physical Science Instructor​/Lab Coordinator

The Physical Science Instructor/ Lab Coordinator splits their time between instructing science courses and coordinating Physical Science laboratories. Instruction responsibilities include teaching Physical Science courses through classroom, laboratory, dual enrollment, and distance‑learning settings across multiple campuses and schedules. Lab Coordinator responsibilities involve ensuring all aspects of the Physical Science laboratories are properly equipped and maintained. This position provides instruction as needed to assist the Chemistry and Physics Faculty for all in‑person labs and is responsible for safety, proper storage and disposal, and maintenance of all materials used by the Chemistry and Physics Departments.

The role supports student success through effective instruction, assessment of learning outcomes, student advising, and participation in departmental, institutional, and community college initiatives. It reports directly to the Division Chair of Science.

• Instruct courses as assigned.
• Conduct instruction in a wide variety of settings and time frames to include day, evening, and weekends on any of Gadsden State’s campuses. Some traveling may be required.
• Present appropriate and effective classroom and laboratory learning experiences to students in a classroom, lab, or distance‑learning format, including computer delivery.
• Assist in planning for instruction: prepare course materials, objectives, syllabi, and curriculum design, and course scheduling process.
• Participate in assessments at both the course and program levels.
• Assist students out of class in their quest to master information presented.
• Incorporate various teaching methods, including the use of technology‑based instruction, critical thinking activities, and experiences in all courses.

• Organize, maintain, and inventory Chemistry, Physics and Physical Science laboratory supplies.
• Coordinate with chemistry and physics faculty to determine lab needs.
• Order lab supplies for Chemistry, Physics and Physical Science courses.
• Coordinate with faculty in setting up and taking down assigned chemistry and physics labs in accordance with the design for experiments.
• Prepare and maintain chemical reagents as required for Chemistry lab procedures.
• Ensure and facilitate proper storage and disposal of chemicals, including hazardous materials.
• Maintain computers in Chemistry and Physics labs with any needed information and software.
• Perform routine maintenance of laboratory equipment, troubleshooting and repairing equipment as necessary.
• Assist faculty in developing new laboratory procedures for classes.

• Post and maintain regular office hours.
• Assist in support of adjunct instructors.
• Serve on College committees.
• Attend meetings, training sessions, College events, and graduation.
• Serve as faculty advisor to an assigned group of students.
• Serve as faculty sponsor to student organizations as assigned.
• Pursue continued professional development.
• Comply with all policies of the Alabama Community College System and the College.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Master’s degree with a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in Chemistry OR Physics OR Geology, OR a closely related field from an approved U.S. Department of Education accredited institution (required);
  PhD preferred.
• One (1) year experience in laboratory work and maintenance (required). Experience in chemistry or physics laboratory setting preferred.

• Preparation for and commitment to college teaching.
• Teaching experience in a college setting.
• Competency in the use of current educational technologies.
• Experience teaching internet courses.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills.
• Good organizational skills and the ability to work independently.
• Experience with maintaining inventory of lab equipment and supplies.
• Knowledge of chemical and laboratory safety requirements.
• Commitment to the community college mission.
• Successful problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to deal effectively with students, other employees, and the public.

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