Adjunct Faculty, Chemistry

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Fall 2019 posting:
Transcript showing courses in the organic chemistry area required for consideration.

Review of application materials occurs on a periodic basis. Qualified applicants may be kept on file for future opportunities. Please submit a cover letter, resume/CV, and contact information for 3 current references. Official transcripts from an accredited institution will be required prior to employment.

Search Number

Search Number PJ # 5006F

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Category Part-Time Faculty

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SUNY Plattsburgh is seeking adjunct laboratory instructors to teach organic chemistry laboratories (in the afternoon and evenings) during the fall and spring semesters.

Successful candidates will be committed to excellence in teaching in an institution dedicated primarily to undergraduate education. They will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of and sensitivity to diversity and gender issues, as SUNY Plattsburgh is committed to ensuring that its graduates are educated to succeed in an increasingly complex, multicultural, and interdependent world.

Some Adjunct Instructors assigned to laboratories, theaters, or studios (art, theater, science) must participate in mandatory safety training before they can begin work. Training sessions are provided by the College during the first week of each semester. No additional compensation is provided for attendance at the mandatory safety training sessions.

The vita bank exists to provide a pool of candidates who might be available to fill anticipated positions as needed.

• Degree in chemistry, chemical engineering or biochemistry with experience in handling common organic glassware, solvents, concentrated acids/bases and waste disposal OR applicable degree and appropriate experience
• Successful candidates will have demonstrated an ability to work effectively and collegially with faculty, staff, and administrators.

• Master’s degree
• Experience in teaching introductory undergraduate chemistry

The College’s 256-acre campus sits on the edge of the city’s downtown area. Plattsburgh is home to a variety of arts and cultural venues, including the nearly 100-year-old Strand Theatre. Our active waterfront location features a small town feel combined with the advantages and opportunities of a larger urban center. The Plattsburgh area offers excellent schools, a vast health network and elder care services, along with wide retail offerings.

It is an emerging home to microbreweries, wineries, community supported agriculture and more. The campus is within easy traveling distance to Montreal, Quebec;
Lake Placid, N.Y.; and Burlington, V.T.

Open Until Filled Yes

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Fall 2019 posting:
Transcript showing courses in the organic chemistry area required for consideration.

Review of application materials occurs on a periodic basis. Qualified applicants may be kept on file for future opportunities. Please submit a cover letter, resume/CV, and contact information for 3 current references. Official transcripts from an accredited institution will be required prior to employment.

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