Instructor in Chemistry (FAC1864)- In person

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Essential Functions –

Teach courses (lecture and laboratory) in Chemistry.  Course schedule will vary from semester to semester and may include a combination of General and Organic Chemistry. The specific courses assigned are based on the recommendation of the Department Chairperson and the Vice President of Academic Affairs.  Optional assignments could include evening courses or online.

Assist in selecting textbooks, developing curricula, completing reports, tracking and entering assessment data.

Actively participate in student recruitment for the Math & Science department.

Maintain skills in teaching methods and course development as recommended by HutchCC.

Plan, revise, and update curricula.

Participate, as possible, in faculty development activities at the college and within state and regional organizations.

Maintain records and files as requested by the department and/or Vice President of Academic Affairs.

Serve actively on institutional committees.

Arrive on time for work, attend work regularly, and successfully complete the responsibilities of the position.

Comply with HutchCC policies, procedures, and practices.

Secondary –

May advise current and prospective students in appropriate curricula.

May mentor honors students.

Perform other responsibilities as assigned by the Department Chairperson or the Vice President of Academic Affairs.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Master of Science Degree in Chemistry or Chemistry Education required.

Evidence of 2 to 3 years chemistry teaching experience at the post-secondary level preferred.

Prior experience using instrumentation such as GCMS, HPLC, and IR Spectroscopy.

Ability to incorporate study skills, adult learning theory, and teaching/learning strategies to improve student persistence and retention.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, students, faculty and other HutchCC stakeholders.

Ability to communicate effectively with individuals from diverse ethnic, racial, socioeconomic, gender and disabilities populations.

Ability to maintain confidentiality in a student-centered environment.

Physical requirements include excellent written, verbal and listening communication skills; ability to understand words and respond effectively and appropriately; visual acuity to view a computer terminal; use appropriate judgment and to apply tact and courtesy in difficult situations;light/Indoor work environment

Mental requirements include the ability to learn and comprehend basic instructions about the position.

Physical and mental qualifications must be performed with or without a reasonable accommodation.

The qualifications listed are guidelines for selection purposes; alternative qualifications may be substituted if sufficient to perform the duties.

SALARY and STATUS:

The salary is determined by the 2025-26 Hiring Salary Schedule in the local HutchCC Master Agreement. This full-time faculty position is nine months annual (based on contract renewal); due process rights eligible, benefit eligible, and exempt.  For a copy of the hiring schedule for this position, please see the attached schedule, or you can visit the following address:  http://www.hutchcc.edu/hiring-schedule

APPLICATION:

Transcripts – The hired candidate will be required to submit official, non-issued to student, transcripts.

To apply for this position through BambooHR, please visit www.hutchcc.edu

If you have questions regarding this position, please submit an email with your questions to [email protected]

HUTCHINSON COMMUNITY COLLEGE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY, AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

To view the HutchCC Non-Discrimination Notice, please visit www.hutchcc.edu

HutchCC reserves the right to revise or change job responsibilities as the need occurs.  This position announcement does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment; rather, it is a clarification of the responsibilities of the position.  This job description may be changed at any time by the HutchCC.