Chemistry Faculty

Sauk Valley Community College is a comprehensive community college located in a picturesque rural setting in northwestern Illinois.   Located along the scenic Rock River, between the cities of Dixon and Sterling; the College is one hour from Rockford and the Quad Cities and two hours west of Chicago. 

SVCC invites applications from innovative individuals for a Chemistry faculty member. This is a tenure track, nine-month position that is available fall semester 2023. Salary is based on education and experience and may be augmented by summer teaching and overload opportunities. The College offers a liberal fringe benefits package and does not deduct FICA from paychecks.

Responsibilities

The chemistry faculty member will teach courses in general chemistry and organic chemistry on campus, off campus, via videoconferencing and on the internet. This position will also provide administrative support, program development, and develop courses for the program as well as provide support for chemistry students.

Qualifications

The successful candidate must possess a master’s degree in chemistry or a related field from an accredited institution with 18 graduate hours in the field of chemistry. The successful candidate must be able to teach organic chemistry.

Preference will be given to individuals who have community college teaching experience, demonstrate a commitment to the community college philosophy, have experience with assessment of student learning outcomes, and have experience with internet instruction.

Review of applications will begin immediately; however, to ensure full consideration please submit application materials by March 24, 2023. On-line application, cover letter, resume, and unofficial transcripts are required.