Chemistry Faculty (Full-time, Tenure-Track)

Company: Raritan Valley Community College
Location: New York
Posted on: February 13, 2025

Job Description:

Raritan Valley Community College Job Posting: Full-Time Faculty-Chemistry-Tenure-TrackCategory: Faculty Full-timeDepartment: Science & EngineeringLocations: North Branch, NJPosted: Oct 14, 2024Closes: Open Until FilledType: Full-timeRef.No.: F#1-25PositionID: 182093About Raritan Valley Community College:Ranked by WalletHub.com and Intelligent.com as the #1 community college in New Jersey, Raritan Valley Community College has been serving as an academic and cultural center for Somerset and Hunterdon County residents for over 50 years. The College has been nationally recognized for its service to the community, environmental stewardship, and commitment to diversity.Job Description:Raritan Valley Community College strives to prepare students for the challenges of the ever-changing global community. Interested applicants should be innovative and entrepreneurial individuals that understand the demands of a global workforce with an emphasis on creative thinking and effective communication.The Department of Science & Engineering invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Instructor/Assistant Professor of Chemistry for the 2025-2026 academic year.

• Teach lecture and lab courses in General and Organic Chemistry to science majors and non-science majors.
• Teach courses at a variety of times and locations in response to institutional and student needs.
• Make continuous efforts to improve the quality of instruction through regular assessment and the utilization of innovative methodologies, techniques, and delivery methods.
• Work with the K-12 Partnerships office to develop pathways to college for local high school students.
• Participate in student advising, and provide access to students through posted office hours, electronic communication and other appropriate methods.
• Work collaboratively in a diverse learning institution while actively engaging in initiatives to close the equity gap and remove barriers to success; promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in the classroom.
• Regularly evaluate courses to ensure that learning outcomes and assessments are appropriate and effective.
• Regularly evaluate students to measure their progress in achieving course objectives, and inform them in a timely manner of their progress.
• Pursue trainings, certifications, and other professional development opportunities to stay current in the chemistry field and relevant pedagogical advancements.
• Participate in college/departmental professional development activities.
• Serve on College-wide committees.
• Assist with Departmental strategic planning and outcomes assessment.
• Develop and use a syllabus for each course within college and department guidelines.
• Review, evaluate, and recommend student learning materials.
• Maintain professional relationships with students, colleagues, and community members.
• Adhere to College policies and procedures.Requirements:A minimum of a Master's degree in Chemistry is required, including graduate coursework in Organic Chemistry.Minimum of two years' college-level teaching experience required.Ability to teach both general and organic chemistry.Demonstrated professional development related to chemistry and pedagogy.Preferred Qualifications:Ph.D. in Chemistry.Experience using technology in the delivery of course content.Prior Community College teaching experience.Online and/or Hybrid teaching experience.Application Instructions:As a New Jersey First Act Employer, new employees must establish a primary residence in New Jersey within one year unless an exemption applies.RVCC's starting salary is commensurate with educational qualifications and experience. We also offer an attractive benefits package.For consideration of the above position, please submit your cover letter and resume online, by clicking the "apply now" button. There will be a first review date of January 16, 2025.We regret that we are unable to respond to each and every resume received. Only those candidates of interest will be contacted directly.
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