What are the responsibilities and job description for the Distillation Sciences Adjunct Faculty position at Grayson College?
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Distillation Sciences Adjunct Faculty:
Instructs courses in Distillation Sciences covering topics such as principles and practices of distillation, including production, operations, safety, sanitation, and regulatory compliance; provides engaging, hands-on instruction in the teaching distillery. Instructs in a variety of settings and formats, including online, hybrid, and occasionally weekends/evenings.
Instructs courses in Distillation Sciences covering topics such as principles and practices of distillation, including production, operations, safety, sanitation, and regulatory compliance; provides engaging, hands-on instruction in the teaching distillery. Instructs in a variety of settings and formats, including online, hybrid, and occasionally weekends/evenings.
The salary for this position is a $675 per credit hour.
Essential Functions & Responsibilities:
Essential Functions & Responsibilities:
- 75% teaches no more than 19 TRS hours of Distillation courses per Semester; meets classes as assigned and provides assistance to students outside of class.
- 10% Develops and modifies curriculum as necessary, participates in as a team member in Industrial Technology department as needed, complies with all faculty responsibilities as outlined in college policies and procedures.
- 10% Contributes to the campus assessment process by measuring and reporting student learning outcomes as directed to meet THECB Core Objectives and SACSCOC requirements.
- 5% Performs other duties as assigned by the Dean and Department Chair.
Performance Measurements:
1. Demonstrates the Viking Values of balance, clarity, gratitude, service, teamwork, and trust.
2. Complies with all federal and state laws and regulations relating to higher education.
3. Has a basic knowledge of all aspects of plant and facility maintenance that would enable this position to perform basic functions and assist other trades as needed.
4. Is able to respond to on-call emergencies by having a basic skill of all trades.
5. Is able to work together in a team effort in regards to special tasks or events.
6. Adheres to safety policies and procedures.
This job description is not a complete statement of all duties and responsibilities comprising the position.
Knowledge and Skills:
Education: Associate (or higher) degree with at least two (2) years of related (non-teaching) work experience in a qualifying field (i.e., Distillation Science, Brewing, Chemistry).
Experience: Significant professional experience in a distillery or similar production environment; previous teaching or training experience is highly desirable; demonstrated knowledge of distillation processes, equipment, and safety protocols.
Interpersonal Skills: Collegial attitude with college community as well as outside entities.
Physical Requirements: The work requires moderate physical exertion such as long periods of standing, repetitively lifting lightweight objects with frequent bending or stooping, recurring lifting of moderately heavy items associated with Distillation operations. Job requires average agility and dexterity.
1. Demonstrates the Viking Values of balance, clarity, gratitude, service, teamwork, and trust.
2. Complies with all federal and state laws and regulations relating to higher education.
3. Has a basic knowledge of all aspects of plant and facility maintenance that would enable this position to perform basic functions and assist other trades as needed.
4. Is able to respond to on-call emergencies by having a basic skill of all trades.
5. Is able to work together in a team effort in regards to special tasks or events.
6. Adheres to safety policies and procedures.
This job description is not a complete statement of all duties and responsibilities comprising the position.
Knowledge and Skills:
Education: Associate (or higher) degree with at least two (2) years of related (non-teaching) work experience in a qualifying field (i.e., Distillation Science, Brewing, Chemistry).
Experience: Significant professional experience in a distillery or similar production environment; previous teaching or training experience is highly desirable; demonstrated knowledge of distillation processes, equipment, and safety protocols.
Interpersonal Skills: Collegial attitude with college community as well as outside entities.
Physical Requirements: The work requires moderate physical exertion such as long periods of standing, repetitively lifting lightweight objects with frequent bending or stooping, recurring lifting of moderately heavy items associated with Distillation operations. Job requires average agility and dexterity.
ADDITIONAL INSTRUCTIONS:
To be considered for this position a Grayson College application, résumé, official transcripts and/or certifications, and a list of three professional references must be submitted. If your degree is from a country other than the United States, you must also include an evaluation from a NACES member evaluation agency indicating the U.S. equivalency of your degree.
To be considered for this position a Grayson College application, résumé, official transcripts and/or certifications, and a list of three professional references must be submitted. If your degree is from a country other than the United States, you must also include an evaluation from a NACES member evaluation agency indicating the U.S. equivalency of your degree.
The employer actively supports the Americans with Disabilities Act and will consider reasonable accommodations. For more information, please contact the human resources office at 903-463-8770 or gcjobs@grayson.edu.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Salary : $675