Natural Sciences Faculty (Chemistry)
- Employer
- Northwest State Community College
- Location
- Archbold, Ohio
- Salary
- 54,366-65,096
- Date posted
- Dec 6, 2024
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- Position Type
- Faculty Positions
- Employment Level
- Entry-Level
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Two-Year/Community Colleges
GENERAL PURPOSE
The Natural Sciences Faculty will be responsible for classroom and laboratory instruction. They will
provide leadership in the development, assessment, and evaluation of curriculum in existing courses, new
courses, and related programs. They will actively participate in student advising. They will participate in
department meetings and college committees.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Facilitate classroom and clinical instruction:
- Prepare, present, and evaluate course materials related to the instructional strategies which are based on the course and clinical learning objectives.
- Provide adequate feedback/explanation of graded coursework and other student information in an accurate and timely manner.
- Ensure a positive and favorable learning environment in the classroom, labs, and campus while maintaining and following proper safety protocols.
- Responsible for classroom and lab equipment, maintenance, and supplies.
- Work with lab coordinator to ensure effective ordering and removal of chemical stores.
2. Lead the development, assessment, and evaluation of curriculum:
- Complete assessment and evaluation of existing courses and program curriculum; revises course materials and activities as needed for improvement.
- Develop new courses and programs including assessment, evaluation, course syllabi, and select appropriate texts and ancillary materials.
- Attend statewide articulation and transfer meetings and/or remain abreast of transfer and articulation policy; maker curricular recommendations and changes based on statewide transfer and articulation policies.
- Provide leadership to adjunct faculty and student workers.
3. Participate in student recruitment and retention:
- Arranges and maintains suitable office hours for student advising and academic assistance.
- Provide academic advising and counseling to students assisting with course selection and academic requirements.
4. Facilitate collaborative partnerships with outside agencies including:
- Colleges and universities
- High schools
- Career Centers/Tech Prep/dual enrollment
- Professional associations, involvement is encouraged.
5. Attend and participate in departmental, faculty meetings, and college committees and other
scheduled meetings/activities at which attendance is expected.
6. Completes assigned tasks in a timely manner and follows established college policies and
procedures.
7. Engage in professional development activities to maintain and enhance course content and
instructional skills.
8. Other similar duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience:
- Master’s degree in Chemistry or a master’s degree and a cohesive set of at least 18 semester credit hours of graduate coursework in Chemistry.
- Teaching experience preferred.
Necessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Working knowledge in educational theory or techniques.
- Working knowledge of statewide transfer and articulation policies.
- Ability to lead development of new courses.
- Ability and skill to assess and plan courses.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
Aid in the support of adjunct faculty and student workers
RESPONSIBILITY FOR PUBLIC CONTACT
Position will interact with and may conduct presentations for NSCC and other college personnel,
equipment vendors, students and their parents, high school employees, business and industry personnel,
and the general public.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to
successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to
enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters
while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
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