Assistant/Associate Professor of Chemistry

Colorado Christian University • Lakewood, CO

302d • $55,000 - $70,000

About The Position

The successful candidate teaches courses and develops curriculum in the Chemistry and Physical Sciences program housed within the School of Science and Engineering in the College of Undergraduate Studies. Courses are traditional, in-seat, and offered on our Lakewood, Colorado campus. Minimum requirements are a Ph.D. in Chemistry or a related discipline combined with a passion for teaching at the undergraduate level. Faculty members of Colorado Christian University (CCU) teach assigned courses for which they are highly qualified within the College of Undergraduate Studies (CUS). Each faculty member uses effective instruction techniques as a subject matter expert, but their primary responsibility is to integrate field-specific pedagogy with the Bible and a Christian worldview. They are also expected to integrate and teach CCU's spiritual, academic, and cultural Strategic Priorities. Other duties are to support the mission and vision of CCU, which may include actively participating in committee/task force/team meetings, writing curriculum, reporting on assessments/outcomes, advancing scholarship, engaging with the community, supporting colleagues, or doing other work assigned by the dean. Faculty members are expected to keep regular office hours, to engage with students, and assist them with their academics or other activities that support the University's holistic approach. The standard teaching load is 24 credit hours of undergraduate courses per year or four courses per semester.

Requirements

• A Ph.D. in chemistry or a related field strongly preferred, master's degree required.
• Three or more years of successful teaching experience in a college or university.
• The ability to integrate their Christian worldview and biblical perspective into their discipline.
• Superior oral, interpersonal, and written communication skills.
• Passion for Christ-centered higher education and dedication to the integration of faith and learning.
• Deep commitment to student success.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and appropriate software/technology (Blackboard).
• A commitment to learning new ideas for classroom presentations and dynamic class interactions.
• A proven track record and ongoing experience in their field.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to CCU's mission: Christ-centered higher education transforming students to impact the world with grace and truth.
• Advocate for CCU's mission, traditional Christian beliefs, and the Strategic Priorities.
• Teach assigned undergraduate courses within CUS in accord with all standard policies and procedures using a variety of best-practice teaching and learning strategies.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate course curriculum, teaching-learning practices, and assess student learning outcomes.
• Engage students by maintaining established office hours and be available to individual students for questions, coursework, consultations, and informal mentoring.
• Engage in professional organization activities and scholarly work including publications and presentations.
• Provide strategic thinking in fulfilling the goals of CUS in support of the University's Strategic Priorities.
• Add to the development of a Christ-centered community of learners and scholars within CUS.
• Provide effective servant/shepherd leadership among faculty, staff, students, and administrators.
• Work effectively and positively with administrators, other faculty colleagues, and support staff.
• Participate in extracurricular activities to support and encourage students, colleagues, and staff.
• Assist the dean with other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Tuition waiver program
• Excellent healthcare
• Generous paid time off
• Matching 403(b) retirement plan
• Additional organizational paid benefits and voluntary benefit offerings

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree