Chemistry Adjunct Instructors
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 200-level general chemistry laboratory classes and/or 300-level organic chemistry laboratory classes. Duties include providing quality instruction for daytime and evening classes, performing grading and relevant preparation for classes 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 both classroom lectures and hands-on laboratory time. Location: This position will be at Oregon Tech’s Portland Metro campus, located near I-5 in Wilsonville, Oregon.
Nice To Haves
- 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 as well as in bioorganic and biochemistry, and/or relevant industry experience.
- Experience using the Canvas learning management system.
- Experience using virtual meeting and collaboration tools for teaching, such as Zoom, Skype, and Microsoft Teams.
Responsibilities
- providing quality instruction for daytime and evening classes
- performing grading and relevant preparation for classes
- maintaining appropriate records
- work with other faculty, staff, and administrators to deliver an integrated learning experience in chemistry courses
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
