Part-time Faculty Pool: Chemistry Job Merced area,California USA,Education / Teaching

Open pool for academic year

Additional Compensation for Doctorate

General Description

This is a part‑time instructional assignment under the general direction of the Dean of Science, Math and Engineering. The professor may teach all levels of chemistry including introductory chemistry, general chemistry, introductory organic and biochemistry. The maximum teaching load is 10 units per semester, which may include evening and weekend hours.

Provide innovative and effective instruction in accordance with current pedagogy and established course outlines and expectations
Inform students about course requirements, evaluation procedures and attendance policies and maintain regular and substantive contact with students
Maintain and submit required student attendance and scholastic records on the Learning Management System (e.g. grades and syllabi)
Utilize the Learning Management System to deliver, prepare, and grade class assignments and examinations
Maintain and utilize effective skills in instructional design, applications, and methods
Post and maintain regular office hours in accordance with prevailing policy
Participate in the development and review of curriculum
Participate in the development of teaching‑learning methods and materials
Participate in departmental, area, and campus professional activities/committees
Represent the college within the Merced community and within professional circles
Participate in the college's learning outcomes assessment program, including course, program, and institutional assessments to continually improve student learning outcomes

Required Qualifications

Master's degree in chemistry
OR Bachelor's degree in chemistry or biochemistry AND a Master's degree in biochemistry, chemical engineering, chemical physics, physics, molecular biology or geochemistry
Promote and incorporate culturally affirming DEIA and anti‑racist principles to nurture and create a respectful, inclusive, and equitable learning and work environment. In conducting their duties, staff members shall respect and acknowledge the diversity of students and colleagues.

Preferred Qualifications

Teaching experience and/or coursework in Introductory and General Chemistry
Familiarity with the use of computers in the chemistry curriculum
Current technology skills related to teaching in the discipline and a willingness to pursue future technological developments

How to Apply

Submit a complete application by the closing date/time on the Merced College career pages at

Required Documentation

Letter of interest addressing your qualifications for the position (cover letter)

Resume

List of three professional references (no reference letters permitted)

Legible unofficial college transcripts (undergraduate and graduate); transcripts must include the degree major and date the institution granted the degree; official copies are not required unless applicant is hired.

Diversity Statement:
The Merced College District has a diverse staff and student population. As such, applicants must demonstrate sensitivity to the needs of a diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability and ethnic backgrounds of community college students and the community ase describe how your professional experience would contribute to a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Please do not include any personally identifying information.

Limit your response to one (1) page.

If applicable, foreign transcripts must include a U.S. evaluation and translation completed by an approved organization.

If applicable, Equivalency Review Form (Required for applicants who do not possess the stated minimum educational qualifications and are seeking consideration on the basis of equivalency) https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./

Only the required documentation as listed above will be accepted for this recruitment. Any additional documentation will be removed from your application profile.

Interview Information

Those applicants deemed highly qualified for the position will be invited to appear for oral interviews before a screening committee. A limited number of candidates will be invited to interviews. Interviews will be scheduled on…