San Mateo County Community College District is hiring: Part-Time Organic Chemist

San Mateo County Community College District

Part-Time Organic Chemistry Instructor (Pool)

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Position Information

Posting Number: 2014023F

Position Title: Part-Time Organic Chemistry Instructor (Pool)

Department: Human Resources DIST (DEPT)

Position Number: PTF043

Percentage of Full Time: Varies

FLSA: Exempt (does not accrue overtime)

Months per Year: Semester assignments as needed

Salary Range: Placement on the adjunct faculty salary schedule is based upon education and credited experience. Lab Course - $75.48 up to $103.03 per hour. Lecture Course - $87.88 up to $118.85.

Who We Are

The San Mateo County Community College District is committed to achieving educational equity for all students. The District’s "Students First" Strategic Plan is focused on "Student Success, Equity and Social Justice." We provide students with a rich and dynamic learning experience that embraces differences, emphasizing collaboration and engaging students in and out of the classroom.

The Position

The Colleges seek a part-time faculty member in Organic Chemistry. The ideal candidate will share the Colleges’ commitment to educating a racially and socioeconomically diverse student population. This position is a "pool" position meaning that openings may or may not be currently available. Your application for this position will be kept current for a period of two years.

Duties and Responsibilities

Essential functions include the following:

1. Teach courses offered in the Organic Chemistry curriculum.
2. Assist in curriculum revisions and new course development.
3. Consult with students during regularly scheduled office and lab hours.
4. Maintain expertise in current practice and technologies.
5. Serve as a member of division and college committees.
6. Perform other professional duties as required by contract and general institutional needs.

Minimum Qualifications

• Possession of a Master’s or above in chemistry OR Bachelor’s in chemistry or biochemistry AND Master’s or above in biochemistry, chemical engineering, chemical physics, physics, molecular biology or geochemistry OR the equivalent.

• Demonstrated cultural competence, sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty, and staff.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

1. Successful experience in, or academic preparation for, teaching Organic Chemistry at the college level.
2. Experience of small scale/micro-scale organic synthesis techniques.
3. Experience in spectroscopic and chromatographic techniques.
4. Knowledge of successful teaching techniques that engage students in their own learning.
5. Commitment to maintain currency in the discipline and related technology appropriate to instruction.
6. Ability to communicate effectively in both written and spoken language.
7. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Conditions of Employment

Prior to employment, the selected candidate will be required to complete the following: Submit official transcripts, verifications of prior employment, satisfactory references, and successfully complete a background check.

EEO Statement

The San Mateo County Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer that seeks to employ individuals who represent the rich diversity of cultures, language groups, and abilities of its surrounding communities.