Full-Time Instructor - Chemistry (Faculty)

Blinn College, United States

Updated: 13 days ago
Location: Brenham, TEXAS
Job Type: FullTime
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Position Information


Requisition Number 2023052F
Position Title Full-Time Instructor - Chemistry (Faculty)
Salary Range Per full time faculty salary schedule
DBM Rating n/a
Job Type Full Time
Job Category Faculty
Anticipated Start Date 01/15/2024
Campus Brenham
Application Deadline
Extended Open Deadline
FLSA Status Exempt
Security Sensitive? Yes
Work Hours Teaches chemistry lecture and/or lab courses as assigned

Position Summary Information


Objective
To perform the day-to-day operations of the instructional programs in Chemistry
Essential Duties
  • Teaches a minimum of three 96 contact hour chemistry courses each semester (both lecture and laboratory sessions)
  • Teaching duties to be divided as needed among campuses and Chemistry courses offered
  • Prepares necessary laboratory supplies and materials in advance of teaching sessions and returns unused material to their appropriate locations
  • Ensures that laboratory safety and cleanliness is maintained
  • Provides instruction for courses at a variety of times and locations
  • Demonstrates a commitment to student engagement, student success, and instructional excellence
  • Maintains access to students through posted office hours and electronic communication
  • Prepares and utilizes a course syllabus and assessments for each course using guidelines established by the institution
  • Maintains current knowledge of effective teaching methodologies and utilizes a variety of instructional delivery methods, classroom media, and educational resources
  • Advises students in academic matters
  • Evaluates students’ performance thorough a variety of means to measure progress and keep them informed in a timely manner
  • Assists in the development, distribution, and collection of assessments for courses and program objectives
  • Provides recommendations to the Academic Dean, Assistant Dean, Department Heads, and Curriculum Resource Team regarding curriculum
  • Demonstrates a positive and professional relationship with students, colleagues, college administration and the community
  • Submits timely college reports and forms to the appropriate divisions/departments
  • Exhibits a commitment to lifelong learning through participation in professional development activities
  • Possesses a passion for teaching community college students
  • Demonstrates effective communication skills, both written and orally
  • Attends college orientation and required institutional meetings
  • Utilizes the college LMS to post course syllabi and grades as well as other course resources for students in a timely manner
  • Attends departmental and division meetings
  • Serves on department, division, and/or college committees
  • Serve as a mentor for part-time faculty
  • Participates in program and curriculum review, course development and revision processes
  • Completes all course grading in a timely manner according to the college and program policy
  • Serves as lead course instructor as needed
  • Responsible for other related duties as assigned
Minimum Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Masters degree or higher in chemistry or related chemical field
Ability to teach multiple types of undergraduate chemistry courses
Preferred Experience and Training
  • Ph.D. in chemistry or related chemical field
  • College teaching experience using a computerized learning platform
  • Online teaching experience and course development
  • Experience using publisher software
  • Experience working with computer based technology in the classroom and laboratories
  • Knowledge of assessment planning for SACS and THECB requirements
Physical Requirements
The ability to set up and operate chemistry laboratory equipment and technology.
Must be able to lift at least 30 pounds
Required Degree, License or Certifications
Master’s degree or higher in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering or closely related field with 18 graduate hours in Chemistry
Special Notes To Applicants
There are two positions available: on the Brenham Campus. Although these positions have a home campus, driving to multiple campuses may be required.
Applications lacking a cover letter, resume, teaching philosophy, transcripts, or foreign credential evaluation (if applicable) will be considered incomplete and may not be considered.
Unofficial graduate transcripts and foreign transcripts with credential review may be attached to this application. However, official graduate transcripts and, if applicable, original certified credential evaluation of foreign transcripts must be sent from the graduate institute directly to Blinn College District (Dean, Natural and Physical Sciences, 902 College Ave, Brenham, Texas 77833) to complete the hiring process if an employment officer is made.
A short teaching demonstration will be required of applicants invited to interview.
Credentials
The College assigns appropriately credentialed faculty members in support of educational quality and the mission of the College, in keeping with Board policy DBA LOCAL-X (Employment Requirements and Restrictions – Credentials and Records: Credentials). College policy is consistent with sound educational practice and SACSCOC guidelines. Primary consideration is given to the highest degree earned in the discipline. Furthermore, Blinn College’s Faculty Credentialing Guidelines table specifies recommended credentials for each rubric within the college’s course inventory. http://www.blinn.edu/academic_affairs/Faculty_Credentialing_Guidelines.pdf
Quick Link https://employment.blinn.edu/postings/11291

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