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City Colleges of Chicago

Adjunct Instructor - Cannabis Quality Control Methods

City Colleges of Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290


Adjunct Instructor - Cannabis Quality Control Methods

ADJUNCT INSTRUCTOR - CANNABIS QUALITY CONTROL METHODSOLIVE-HARVEY COLLEGE

Olive-Harvey College is looking for an adjunct instructor to teach “Cannabis Quality Control Methods”. This course covers the basics of quality assurance and compliance in the cannabis industry, including an introduction to analytical methods for quality control. It is a foundational course for the Urban Agriculture Department’s Advanced Certificate in Cannabis Processing and a core requirement in the AAS degree in Applied Cannabis Studies. Students will acquire skills to interact with and educate cannabis clients in a regulated environment and the foundational knowledge to pursue additional careers in the cannabis industry and STEM-related topics.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:Plan, prepare and deliver instruction and facilitate the learning of students.Revise and continually update curriculum and instructional materials of an evolving industry.Fulfill assigned schedule, maintain accurate student attendance and grade records, ensure a safe instructional environment, and provide opportunities for student evaluation.Develop and deliver customized training for various clients as needed, and maintain involvement with business/industry/community through advisory committees, marketing, recruitment efforts, and professional associations.Demonstrate excellence in teaching, commitment to integrating new technologies in the learning process, and the ability to inspire and empower students to succeed.Maintain office hours for advising, mentoring, and coaching students.Become familiar with City Colleges of Chicago policies and standards.Post syllabi and grades on Brightspace.QUALIFICATIONS:Master’s Degree in Botany/Agriculture/Horticulture/Biology/Environmental Sciences/Chemistry.Experience working with High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) for analysis.Familiarity with and understanding of Illinois cannabis laws and regulations.Maintain the professional standards of an academic environment and willingness to adhere to City Colleges of Chicago policies.Preferred 2 years of teaching experience in the academic realm.Awareness of dispensary operations and cultivation processing.Strong communication and interpersonal skills.All interested candidates, including City Colleges of Chicago employees, must submit the following documents for review:A letter of interest.Resume or curriculum vitae.A statement of your teaching philosophy.A legible copy of your college transcripts (Unofficial transcripts initially accepted, official transcripts must be provided at the time of interview).Two letters of recommendation.We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.Thank you for your interest in City Colleges of Chicago!

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