Adjunct Chemistry Instructor

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

To apply, upload the following elements to your application.

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

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Position Type

Adjunct

Working Title

Adjunct Chemistry Instructor

Classification Title

Adjunct Faculty

College/Division

College of Health, Arts & Sciences (HAS)

Department

Natural Science

Hiring Unit

Work Location

Appointment FTE (%)

Position Terms/Mo

The Natural Sciences Department at Oregon Institute of Technology, a public polytechnic university, 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.

Chemistry courses in the Natural Sciences department directly support B.S. programs in the health professions and engineering, with an emphasis on high-quality, student-centered instruction oriented towards students’ professional success.

This position will be at Oregon Tech’s Klamath Falls campus. The Natural Sciences department has faculty and students in other locations as well, including online courses and at our other campus in the Portland metro area.

Oregon Tech is accepting applications for Chemistry Adjunct Instructors for the Department of Natural Sciences. This pool is created for an anticipated opening in fall 2021 as well as for future part‑time adjunct faculty 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. The 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.

Candidates interested in adjunct teaching positions should apply online and submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and a list of three references with contact information. In your cover letter, please specify those areas or courses that you are qualified to offer and would be interested in teaching.

Your credentials will remain active as long as the pool position is available but no more than two years. After two years, if you are still interested, you must reapply to the most current adjunct pool.

These 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, it may also include classroom lectures.

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

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

M.S. or Ph.D. in chemistry or a related discipline, and 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.

External

08/09/2021

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

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