Chemistry Instructor

General Statement of Responsibilities

Responsible for organizing and carrying out structured learning processes for students in chemistry. Instructors participate in the full range of professional and college-related activities, including student advising, curriculum development, professional growth, departmental and college-wide meetings, committee activity, and community involvement.

Examples of Duties - Essential Functions

Instructs students in a classroom, lab, learning center, or other setting as appropriate during the day, evening or weekends.

1. Advises students on matters of program goals and course requirements, scheduling office hours as needed.
2. Prepares, distributes, and utilizes instructional support materials, including course syllabi, supplementary materials, instructional media, and other devices as appropriate.
3. Develops, communicates, and utilizes a student assessment process and instruments, which are related to the state objectives of the course.
4. Participates as a team member in departmental meetings and planning activities.
5. Participates in curriculum planning and development as needed.
6. Serves as a member of college-wide standing committees, screening committees, and other related activities as assigned.
7. Participates in the development of the quarterly class schedule and the annual departmental budget; initiates purchase requests, travel requests, and work orders as needed.
8. Engages in regular professional growth activity based on the objectives established in an approved professional manner.
9. Represents the program and the college to the community, business, public agencies, and other organizations in a professional manner. May participate in college recruitment and is active in student retention.
10. Responsible for departmental equipment; participates in periodic inventory, and provides for the security of facilities and instructional materials as appropriate to the department.
11. Perform teaching responsibilities on more than one campus if required.

Screening Criteria

Education and Experience: A master's degree in chemistry, biochemistry or chemical engineering is required, or a master's degree in a related field with 30 quarter hours (or 18 semester hours) of graduate credit in chemistry. Ability to teach biology, physics and engineering, in addition to chemistry, is preferred. The qualified candidate will have at least one of the following:

• Full-time, part-time or graduate assistant lower division college science teaching experience
• Full-time secondary science teaching experience
• Experience in curriculum development or preparation/evaluation of textbook and/or lab materials in chemistry
• Ability to teach major's level general chemistry and organic chemistry, as well as non-major's level introductory chemistry, introductory organic chemistry and introductory biochemistry

Knowledge of: Sufficient knowledge of the subject area taught; computer applications for communication and learning, including, but not limited to, word processing, the Internet, multi-media presentations; curriculum development; the contemporary community colleges' mission, role in higher education, and student population; and sensitivity to a diverse student body and its needs; the role of accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act; and different pedagogical methods, including lecture, group activity, discussion, and individual instruction to accommodate a variety of learning styles. Spreadsheets and other computer applications preferred. 
 
Ability to: Communicate effectively and respectfully with colleagues and students from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds; work collaboratively as a member of an academic department; demonstrate enthusiasm for teaching in the subject area; participate in curriculum and program development; participate in the student advising program and college-wide efforts to improve student retention and success; demonstrate experience or potential for innovation and creativity in both the classroom and related educational duties, including the use of new technologies; demonstrate a commitment to professional standards and growth. Pass a criminal background check.

Additional Posting Information

This is a Full-Time Faculty position (100%, 10 months/year) in the Science department, which will begin in September 2021. Starting compensation will be in accordance with initial step placement per the current Faculty CBA (Download PDF reader) and the 2021-2022 Full-Time Faculty salary schedule. Full-Time Faculty contracts are based on the Daily Rate and the number of contract days in the academic year (typically 176 contract days for a 10-month position). Consideration will be given to experience and educational achievement.

Method of Application and Closing Date
Position will remain open until filled. Documents required for submission include a cover letter, resume, two professional letters of recommendation (must be current within the last two years), and unofficial transcripts indicating the level of degree earned. Applications missing any of the listed required documents may be considered incomplete and ineligible for further review.

Benefits and Retirement
In addition to rewarding career opportunities, RCC offers an excellent comprehensive benefits package to employees and eligible dependents. The following core benefits are made available through the Oregon Educators Benefit Board (OEBB): complete employer-paid health insurance packages, employer-paid group life and AD&D insurance, optional life and AD&D insurance, long and short-term disability insurance, long-term care insurance, employee assistance program, individual offerings from AFLAC and Colonial, flexible spending accounts, and health savings accounts. Additional benefits include generous paid leaves, tuition waivers, and on-campus wellness activities. Qualifying employees will contribute to the Public Employee's Retirement System (PERS) and have the opportunity to enroll in optional 403(b) and 457(b) deferred compensation plans.

Why Work at RCC?
Rogue Community College is a rewarding workplace where our employees enjoy helping others transform their lives through education. For the last 50 years, RCC has served as an important economic engine for the Southern Oregon community. With three unique campuses in Grants Pass, Medford and White City, Rogue is a comprehensive public community college serving about 14,000 individual learners, or 5,700 FTE, each year. We are committed to hiring a diverse faculty and staff who uphold our mission, vision and values.

Living in the Rogue Valley
Southern Oregon's beautiful Rogue Valley offers vibrant cultural and recreational opportunities along with friendly people and a mild climate. Conveniently situated along Interstate 5, the Rogue Valley is home to Southern Oregon University, the Oregon Shakespeare Festival, the Britt Music & Arts Festival and a wonderful menu of restaurants, wineries and breweries. Outdoor recreation enthusiasts will enjoy the Valley's plentiful opportunities for hiking, cycling, rafting, fishing, camping and golfing as well as easy access to Crater Lake National Park, the Oregon Caves and the scenic Oregon and Northern California coast.

Diversity

RCC is committed to a culture of civility, respect, and inclusivity. We are an equal opportunity employer actively seeking to recruit and retain members of historically underrepresented groups and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.

CANDIDATES WITH DISABILITIES REQUIRING ACCOMMODATIONS AND/OR ASSISTANCE DURING THE HIRING PROCESS MAY CONTACT HUMAN RESOURCES AT 541-956-7329. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE NOTIFIED BY EMAIL AFTER FINAL SELECTION IS MADE. INTERVIEW COSTS ARE AT APPLICANT'S EXPENSE. FINAL CANDIDATE WILL BE REQUIRED TO SHOW PROOF OF ELIGIBILITY TO WORK IN THE UNITED STATES. FOR POSITIONS WITH A DEGREE REQUIRED, ONLY DEGREES RECEIVED FROM AN ACCREDITED INSTITUTION WILL BE ACCEPTED; ACCREDITATION MUST BE RECOGNIZED BY THE OFFICE OF DEGREE AUTHORIZATION, US DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION, AS REQUIRED BY ORS 348.609.
 
Rogue Community College does not discriminate in any programs, activities, or employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnicity, use of native language, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws. For further policy information and for a full list of regulatory specific contact persons visit the following webpage: www.roguecc.edu/nondiscrimination.