Job Description

Position Announcement: Chemistry Faculty

The Chemistry Faculty member at Northeastern Junior College is responsible for delivering high-quality face-to-face instruction in college-level chemistry courses including inorganic organic and introductory chemistry and possibly other courses as determined by the Department Chair. This role supports student success through effective curriculum development teaching academic advising and collaboration with faculty and staff. The position contributes to curriculum development student retention and the overall mission and goals of the college.

Questions regarding the position may be directed to Rachelle Davis NJC Health Math & Science Department Chair at or e-mail to: . For more information about NJC see the college website at .

Teaching and Instruction:

• Teach a minimum of 30 credits or 38 contact hours per academic year.
• Develop and deliver engaging learner-centered effective classroom instruction in both lecture and laboratory settings.
• Design and update curriculum such as demonstrations tests homework and lab work for the chemistry courses (or related course).
• Using NJCs learning management system (i.e. Brightspace D2L) keep all grades and student progress up to date and accurate.
• Effectively advise students in chemistry and/or related academic or career pathways.
• Monitor student progress and provide timely constructive feedback.
• Collect analyze and report data related to student learning outcomes at the course program and institutional level.
• Maintain accurate records including documentation of student attendance.
• Ensure accessibility of course materials and communications in alignment with state and institutional requirements.
• Maintain regular communication through email and other college communication systems.
• Communicate personal absences in a timely manner.
• Demonstrate professionalism collegiality and commitment to the college community.

What You Will Need:

• Fully qualified candidates should have earned a masters degree or higher in Chemistry or a related field. If an applicant has a masters degree in a non-chemistry field then 18 graduate hours in chemistry or a closely related field in chemistry would be considered fully qualified.
• Significant and successful teaching experience at the high school and/or college level with preference for college level instruction.
• Presentation teaching and facilitation skills
• Knowledge/experience with computer technology
• Ability to communicate effectively in a variety of settings
• Must submit to and successfully complete a post-offer pre-employment background check as a condition of hire.
• Interviewed candidates will be required to prepare and deliver an actual classroom learning experience/lecture before the selection committee. The teaching experience should be 30 minutes in length. A topic will be given to candidates at the time the interviews are scheduled.

What We Can Offer:

This is a full-time 163-day faculty appointment. Annual salary is $43000-$50600 depending on qualifications and experience. Competitive fringe benefit package available which includes medical dental life PERA Retirement Plan 11 paid holidays and several optional benefits. Position to begin as soon as a qualified candidate is identified.

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