Adjunct Faculty – Geology and Oceanography

Position Information

Position Title

Adjunct Faculty – Geology and Oceanography

Department

Physics and Engineering Department

Position Category

Adjunct

About CCRI

The Community College of Rhode Island is the state’s only public comprehensive associate degree-granting institution. We provide affordable open access to higher education at locations throughout the state. Our primary mission is to offer recent high school graduates and returning adults the opportunity to acquire the knowledge and skills necessary for intellectual, professional and personal growth through an array of academic, career and lifelong learning programs.

At CCRI, we are committed to building an inclusive and diverse campus community. We strive to hire and retain culturally competent faculty and staff members who reflect the demographics of our state and our increasingly diverse student population.

We believe that our diversity is our strength. We celebrate, support and thrive on the diverse experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives that are represented across our four campuses.

We are OneCCRI, working together to prepare learners to achieve their highest potential.

To learn about what employees value at CCRI and what it means to work here, please read about our Guiding Principles and watch videos of our employees doing what they do best: https://www.ccri.edu/equity/culture/guidingprinciples.html

Job Summary

To teach college-level Geology and Oceanography lecture and lab courses.

Duties and Responsibilities

• To teach college-level Geology and Oceanography lecture and lab courses at multi campus locations.
• Engage in high-quality instruction in a diverse, inclusive and student-centered environment, and the ability to work with students with various learning styles, cultures, identities, and life experiences.
• Use technology to enhance instruction and communicate effectively with the campus community.
• Demonstrate a commitment to the philosophy and mission of a comprehensive community college.

Minimum Requirements

• A Master’s Degree in Oceanography, Geology, or related field is required.

Competencies

• Teaching experience at college/community college level preferred.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills, and a collaborative approach to working with students and colleagues.

Reports To

Department Chair

Campus Location

Initially located at the Warwick Campus

Full-time/Part-time

Part-Time

Shift, Days, and Additional Work Schedule Information

Up to 8.5 hours of in-class time/week

Work Schedule

Calendar

Benefits

No

Salary/Hourly Rate

Salary commensurate with education and experience

Additional Salary Information

Licenses, Tools and Equipment

Environmental Conditions

Desired Start Date

ASAP

Position End Date (if temporary or grant)

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies

1

Application Open Date

12/01/2022

Application Close Date (includes the grace period)

Open Until Filled

No

Special Instructions to Applicants

Review of applications will begin immediately, and will continue until all positions are filled.

To apply for this position, complete CCRI’s online application, and attach a cover letter and resume. Please include information of three references within the application.

If you need assistance with the online application process, please contact Human Resources at 401-825-2311. TTY : 401-825-2313.

EEO Statement

CCRI is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer.

We recognize that diversity and inclusivity are essential to creating a dynamic, positive and high-performing educational and work environment. We welcome applicants who can contribute to the College’s commitment to excellence created by diversity and inclusivity.

CCRI prohibits discrimination, including harassment and retaliation, on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, gender, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or status as a protected veteran. Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination shall be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator at: TitleIXCoordinator@ccri.edu.

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Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. Do you have a Master's Degree in Oceanography, Geology or a related field?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * In order to improve CCRI's advertising strategy, please let us know where you FIRST learned of this job opportunity. Please be specific when using website or publication names (example: LinkedIN, HigherEdjobs, Chronicle, personal referral, etc.).
   
   (Open Ended Question)
   
   

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents