Adjunct instructor - Chemistry

Position Announcement

Utah Valley University invites dedicated and knowledgeable professionals to join our vibrant academic community as Adjunct Instructor in Chemistry. In this role, you'll contribute to a student-centered learning environment by designing and delivering engaging, outcomes-driven courses aligned with current industry and academic standards. You’ll have the opportunity to apply your expertise through instruction in classrooms and laboratories, guiding students in foundational and advanced concepts while fostering academic success and growth.

As an adjunct faculty member, you’ll play a vital role in maintaining academic excellence by preparing instructional materials, evaluating student learning, and supporting program goals through collaboration with faculty and staff. UVU values continuous professional development, encouraging instructors to stay current in their field through research, industry engagement, and ongoing education. If you are committed to high-quality teaching and student achievement in a supportive and inclusive academic setting, we welcome your application.

• Design and teach courses in field of study.
• Plans, prepares, and follows an approved course of study that includes measurable objectives for each course taught.
• Prepares instructional materials (course outlines, syllabi, exams, mock-ups, visual aids, and instruction sheets) as necessary.
• Instructs, manages, and supervises individual and groups in classrooms, laboratories, and shops through using appropriate teaching methods.
• Evaluates instruction and learning by means of appropriate testing methods.
• Maintains a student-oriented approach to education.
• Recommends students for advancement and graduation.
• Maintains and submits accurate and current reports and records involving student accountability, attendance, performance, and follow-up.
• Coordinates cooperative work experience programs and students as assigned.
• Assists counselors, department chairperson and or program coordinator, faculty, and department staff in maintaining an effective program.
• Serves on committees and attends faculty and other meetings as assigned.
• Improves professionally and maintains currency in the courses taught by:
  • Reading and utilizing materials found in trade, technical, and professional publications
  • Surveying and researching industrial and business establishments
  • Obtaining and maintaining certification and degrees as required
  • Attending professional and specialty courses
  • Keeping abreast of new development trends, and techniques.
  • Is thoroughly familiar with the academic freedom and professional responsibility statement and adheres to these policies.
  • Maintains desirable and safe laboratory, shop, and classroom conditions.

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry or a closely related area and two years of teaching or closely related professional experience.

Preferred Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a master’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry or a closely related area and one year of teaching or closely related professional experience to teach lecture course.

Knowledge

• Knowledge of Chemistry and Biochemistry.
• Knowledge of course content of Chemistry and Biochemistry.
• Knowledge of public speaking and report writing.
• Knowledge of curriculum development.
• Knowledge of program development and evaluation.
• Knowledge of effective human relations skills and communication techniques.
• Knowledge of effective human relations skills and communication techniques.

• Ability to follow written and oral procedures and instructions.
• Ability to work effectively with people.
• Ability to apply effectively general principles to specific conditions.

EEO Statement:

UVU employment decisions are made on the basis of an applicant’s qualifications and ability to perform the job without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and over), disability, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or other bases protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.