Adjunct Chemistry Instructor

Oregon Institute of Technology Portal • Klamath Falls, OR

10d • Onsite

About The Position

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. Teaching Modality: 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. Location: This position will be at Oregon Tech’s Klamath Falls campus.

Nice To Haves

• 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.

Responsibilities

• providing quality instruction for daytime classes
• performing grading and relevant preparation for labs
• maintaining appropriate records
• work with other faculty, staff, and administrators to deliver an integrated learning experience in chemistry courses
• teach classes on a variety of days and times

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees