Chemistry Adjunct Faculty

Olympic College • Bremerton Campus, WA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Olympic College is recruiting adjunct faculty to teach college-level Chemistry courses. This recruitment establishes an applicant pool for future vacancies; applicants remain active for 12 months and may be contacted as openings arise. Positions are part-time, contracted on a quarter-by-quarter basis, and reviewed each quarter. Applying does not guarantee that a position will be available or offered.

Faculty teach courses according to the college catalog, class schedule, course outlines, syllabi, and departmental guidelines. The role includes preparation, grading, maintaining accurate student and course records, communicating with students and colleagues, and providing syllabi to students and the division office as requested. Instruction may include evenings, weekends, satellite campuses, or off-campus assignments, and flexibility is required to meet departmental needs.

The position reports to the Dean of Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics. Salary is $1,300–$1,390 per credit hour; final salary placement depends on educational qualifications and applicable credits. Adjunct faculty are not eligible for benefits upon initial hire. Eligibility may begin after working 50 percent of a full-time load for two consecutive quarters, subject to applicable conditions.

Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available. Employees must reside in Washington State within a reasonable distance of campus at the time of hiring. A background check and Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Form are required. Frequent travel to Olympic College campuses or other sites may occur.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or Chemical Engineering from a nationally accredited institution.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
• Currently authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available.
• Reside in Washington State and within a reasonable distance of campus at the time of hiring.
• Submit official, unopened transcripts to Human Resources within 30 days of employment.
• Complete a background check and the required Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Form.
• Demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills, interpersonal skills, ethics, integrity, and sound professional judgment.
• Flexibility to meet departmental needs, including possible evening or weekend classes, instruction at satellite campuses, off-campus assignments, and travel.

Nice To Haves

• Successful college-level Chemistry teaching experience.
• Ability to incorporate Learning Management Systems such as Canvas and/or web-enhanced instruction.
• Experience engaging diverse student populations and working with individuals and groups from varied cultural, geographic, socioeconomic, racial, and other backgrounds, including military veterans.
• Understanding of accessibility and universal design.

Responsibilities

• Teach college-level Chemistry courses in accordance with the college catalog, class schedule, course outlines, syllabi, and departmental guidelines.
• Provide quality instruction, including related preparation and grading.
• Provide course syllabi to enrolled students and to the division office when requested.
• Maintain and provide accurate, complete course and student records in a professional and timely manner.
• Maintain clear and punctual communication with students, faculty, and staff.
• Perform other related duties as required or assigned.
• Use varied teaching methods, modalities, and technology to engage students and support student success.
• Provide special accommodations through course materials and classroom activities as needed.
• Collaborate and build rapport with colleagues, staff, and students.

Benefits

• Adjunct faculty are not eligible for benefits upon initial hire. After meeting the stated workload eligibility requirement, benefits that may be available include a Deferred Compensation Program (DRS) retirement savings plan, TIAA supplemental retirement savings plan, sick leave, Aflac, space-available tuition waiver, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), fitness center access, and reduced-rate, priority consideration for on-site childcare subject to availability.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level