Chemistry Instructor

El Paso Community College•El Paso, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Chemistry Instructor provides instruction in accordance with the philosophy and objectives of the College. In-person work on campus is an essential function. This is an anticipated, tenure-track faculty opening with annual academic-year employment contracts and tenure consideration during the fifth year. Depending on College needs, the instructor may be required to teach at multiple campuses in a semester. The hiring committee may offer the position as a Lecturer position, and additional Lecturer positions may be offered from the applicant pool if vacancies arise during the evaluation and hiring process. The instructor teaches chemistry, supports student learning and assessment, develops and revises curriculum and instructional materials, and contributes to discipline, division, and College activities. The role also includes academic advising, student activity leadership and supervision, committee service, professional development, and participation in ongoing instructional and program planning. The instructor may supervise student projects, including Course-based Undergraduate Research Experiences (CURE), using equipment such as GC-MS, ICP, and NMR. Applicants must submit an online EPCC employment application by the announced deadline and upload transcripts showing completed coursework and conferred degrees. Applications without acceptable transcripts will not be considered. Foreign transcripts require a full English translation by a current NACES member and an evaluation for equivalency to U.S.-accredited coursework. The successful applicant must undergo a criminal background check and provide documentation verifying employment authorization eligibility and identity. Out-of-town candidates invited for an on-campus interview will be reimbursed for half of U.S. transportation costs, and the College will arrange and pay for up to two nights of lodging.

Requirements

Master's degree in Chemistry, or a master's degree with 18 graduate semester hours in Chemistry.
Submit a transcript reflecting the required completed coursework and conferred degree; applicants must be fully qualified at the time of application.
Experience teaching in the discipline.
Experience or ability to teach at the community college level.
Experience or ability to incorporate technology into the classroom.
Complete and submit an EPCC online application by the announced deadline and upload acceptable academic transcripts.
Successful applicant must undergo a criminal background check.
Successful applicant must provide documentation verifying employment authorization eligibility and identity before employment.

Nice To Haves

Experience operating Course-based Undergraduate Research Experiences (CURE) research equipment, including Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS), Induced Coupled Plasma (ICP), and Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR).
A letter of application, resume, letters of recommendation, and other supporting documents are optional but highly encouraged.
Out-of-town candidates invited for an on-campus interview may receive reimbursement for half of transportation costs for travel within the United States, with up to two nights of lodging arranged and paid for by the College.

Responsibilities

Adhere to approved course syllabi and provide students with a syllabus detailing course requirements, objectives, learning methods, and evaluation methods by the end of the first week of classes.
Use teaching methods appropriate for students with varying educational and experiential backgrounds and learning styles.
Enable students to assess their own progress and provide reasonable opportunities to master course objectives.
Develop and revise curriculum and instructional materials; submit syllabi or addendums to the Division Office by the end of the first week of class.
Assist in selecting textbooks and other instructional materials.
Evaluate curriculum and assess student learning outcomes.
Post and maintain office hours according to institutional guidelines.
Serve as an academic advisor and provide appropriate leadership and supervision in student activities.
Arrange for students to evaluate instruction and submit evaluations to the designated office.
Participate in divisional and departmental responsibilities, including proposing programs and projects and exhibiting leadership in their implementation.
Work with other faculty to accomplish the goals of the discipline, division, and College.
Attend scheduled discipline and division activities during the academic year unless they conflict with a regularly scheduled teaching assignment or an activity approved by the Dean, Director, or Associate Vice President.
Assist in evaluating and selecting faculty, laboratory assistants, and other discipline or program staff.
Contribute to College governance through active committee service.
Participate in faculty orientation, professional development seminars, and other activities that enhance professional development; maintain professional awareness and growth.
Support the community college's mission to serve the community and perform other appropriate duties as assigned or directed.
Assist with ongoing discipline or program activities, including registration, class scheduling, faculty assignments, student recruitment, off-campus instructional or clinical site selection, accreditation preparation, needs assessments, advisory committee activities, and budgets.
Supervise students on special projects, including Course-based Undergraduate Research Experiences (CURE), which may involve operating GC-MS, ICP, and NMR research equipment.