Adjunct Instructor for Chemistry

Summary Description

The Adjunct Instructor of Chemistry reports to the Dean of the Division of Natural Sciences and Health and is responsible for teaching chemistry courses on the traditional campus. Terms on the traditional campus typically run 15 weeks. At Warner Pacific University, chemistry in the traditional program primarily serves majors in the Biological Sciences and students taking science for core requirements.

• Teach assigned courses, including lecture and laboratory sections as assigned, in organic chemistry, modeling current best practices in teaching, demonstrating a commitment to sound andragogical and pedagogical practices. Courses may include, but are not limited to, Organic Chemistry, Introduction to Chemistry and General Chemistry.
• Mentor students during the course.
• Clearly communicate to students when and how to secure instruction and feedback outside of regular course meeting hours.
• Provide prompt and thorough feedback to students to ensure their ability to incorporate changes before subsequent assignments.
• Work collegially with the Dean, faculty, staff, and students; providing timely and professional communication.
• Understand and promote the mission, values, and core themes of Warner Pacific University.
• Exhibit excellent communication skills in all interactions with faculty, staff, and students.
• Participate in the professional development opportunities provided by the institution.
• Adhere to college policies and procedures.
• Demonstrate a commitment to a Christian liberal arts education by upholding the mission of the university and abiding by the Employment Standards and Lifestyle Agreement.
• Exhibit commitment to inclusiveness and sensitivity in areas of national origin, ethnicity, culture, gender and disabilities.

• Graduate degree in chemistry or education/teaching required.

• Ph.D. in Chemistry
• Professional experience in the field of Chemistry.
• College teaching experience in relevant curriculum.
• Experience working with diverse populations.

The position is located in a typical classroom/office environment. Attire appropriate for the particular course is expected (business casual, fitness/athletic wear, etc.).

Warner Pacific is a Christ-centered urban liberal arts University dedicated to providing students from diverse backgrounds an education that prepares them to engage actively in a constantly changing world. The University was founded in 1937 by the Church of God (Anderson, Indiana). Central to Warner Pacific’s identity as a Christ-centered higher education institution is the policy of hiring persons whose personal and professional lives reflect:

Mission-based hiring is of critical importance to Warner Pacific University. Employees are expected to demonstrate and articulate a vital Christian faith and to live in a manner consistent with a Christ-centered lifestyle as informed by the Scriptures of the New Testament.

Warner Pacific’s students, faculty and staff are expected to…