Adjunct Chemistry Instructor

Position Summary

The Natural Sciences Department at Oregon Institute of Technology (Oregon Tech) teaches chemistry, biology, and physics to undergraduate students in a variety of majors and houses interdisciplinary undergraduate programs in Biology‑Health Sciences and Environmental Sciences, as well as minors in chemistry, applied physics, biology, and sustainability.

This role is for the Klamath Falls campus. Faculty and students also exist in other locations, including online courses and the Portland metro area campus.

Oregon Tech is accepting applications for Chemistry Adjunct Instructors for the Department of Natural Sciences as part of an anticipated opening in fall 2021 and for future part‑time adjunct appointments. Appointment availability will vary from quarter to quarter as a function of student enrollment.

The primary purpose of this position is to teach 100‑ or 200‑level general chemistry laboratory and/or lecture classes, and possibly future specialized courses such as electrochemistry. Duties include providing quality instruction for daytime classes, performing grading and relevant preparation for labs, and maintaining appropriate records. Successful applicants will work with other faculty, staff, and administrators to deliver an integrated learning experience in chemistry courses and will be available to teach classes on a variety of days and times.

• B.S. in Chemistry or a related discipline, plus relevant teaching experience.

• M.S. or Ph.D. in chemistry or a related discipline.
• 1 year or more of relevant college‑level teaching experience as the instructor of record.
• Expertise in general chemistry and/or relevant experience using chemistry in an industry.

Classes will be principally in‑person, with some online components possible. Instruction will include hands‑on laboratory time, and depending on the candidate’s qualifications, may also include classroom lectures.

This position will be at Oregon Tech’s Klamath Falls campus.

Initial review of applications will begin immediately and will continue based on the needs of the Department.

To apply, upload the following to your application:

• A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.
• Copies of unofficial transcripts from institutions of higher education.
• A list of professional references.

Recruitment type:
External

Application screening begins: 08/09/2021

Any offer of employment will be conditioned upon receipt of a satisfactory background check, motor vehicle check, physical abilities check, and/or any other conditions of employment contained in the vacancy announcement.

Oregon Tech is an affirmative action/equal opportunity educator and employer. The University does not discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect to hiring, or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion or creed, sex or gender, gender identity or gender expression, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other basis in law.

Oregon Tech is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Oregon Tech’s Office of Human Resource at  or oithr. Please use the subject line: KF Chemistry Adjunct Pool.

Oregon Tech values diversity and invites applications from underrepresented groups who will enrich the learning experiences of our students and diversity of our workforce.