What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instructor Chemistry - Adjunct Pool position at Inside Higher Ed?
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You: Innovator. Pacesetter. Agent of change. If youâre a tech savvy, process improvement-focused Student Champion with a talent for developing partnerships with communities and individuals, weâre looking for you.
Highlights: We are currently seeking an exceptional individual who will advance the institutionâs proud tradition of excellence in academics, student life and community service.
Next steps: If you always have the student experience in the forefront of your planning and execution, if youâre a collaborator, an innovator and a person who gets things done, apply today!
SUMMARY Provide the expertise and knowledge that support the college curriculum and programs. Establish courses following accepted higher education standards, teach students using a variety of effective methodologies and provide engagement and support activities that encourage student learning. The role of the Instructional Faculty encompasses teaching and learning, academic advising, professional development and institutional and community service.
The incumbent will teach the maximum load of equated hours as indicated in the Faculty Guidelines each semester.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other relevant duties may be required.
Teaching
Academic Advising:
Professional Development
Institutional and Community Service
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. The qualifications listed below are representative of the education, experience, knowledge, skills and/or abilities required.
EDUCATION
Must have completed at least eighteen (18) graduate hours in Chemistry and Physics and hold a Masterâs degree (official transcript(s) conferring degree must accompany the application).
EXPERIENCE Minimum of one (1) year of college level teaching experience or five (5) to ten (10) years of related work experience required.
The Organization
Houston Community College (HCC) is composed of 14 Centers of Excellence and numerous satellite centers that serve the diverse communities in the Greater Houston area by preparing individuals to live and work in an increasingly international and technological society. HCC is one of the countryâs largest singly-accredited, open-admission, community colleges offering associate degrees, certificates, workforce training, and lifelong learning opportunities.
The Team
Play a central role at HCC as you keep our everyday operations running like clockwork. Youâll get the chance to make things happen and work closely with inspiring leaders across different parts of the institution. Whether your role is supportive, administrative, financial or something else, youâll be part of a dynamic team that not only provides HCC students with cutting-edge academic and career tools, it also takes care of its people.
Location
Houston Is a City With Limitless Possibilities
EEO Statement
Houston Community College Does Not Discriminate On The Bases Of Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Gender Identity And Expression, National Origin, Age, Disability, Sexual Orientation Or Veteranâs Status. The Following Person Has Been Designated To Handle Inquiries Regarding The Non-discrimination Policies
Sandra Jacobson, Interim Director EEO/Compliance/Title IX Coordinator
Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX
PO Box 667517
Houston TX, 77266
713 718.8271 or hcc.oeotix@hccs.edu
HCC values its employees and their contributions, promotes opportunities for their professional growth and development, and provides a positive working and learning environment that encourages involvement, innovation, and creativity.
Individuals with disabilities, who require special accommodations to interview, should contact (713) 718-8565.
You: Innovator. Pacesetter. Agent of change. If youâre a tech savvy, process improvement-focused Student Champion with a talent for developing partnerships with communities and individuals, weâre looking for you.
Highlights: We are currently seeking an exceptional individual who will advance the institutionâs proud tradition of excellence in academics, student life and community service.
Next steps: If you always have the student experience in the forefront of your planning and execution, if youâre a collaborator, an innovator and a person who gets things done, apply today!
SUMMARY Provide the expertise and knowledge that support the college curriculum and programs. Establish courses following accepted higher education standards, teach students using a variety of effective methodologies and provide engagement and support activities that encourage student learning. The role of the Instructional Faculty encompasses teaching and learning, academic advising, professional development and institutional and community service.
The incumbent will teach the maximum load of equated hours as indicated in the Faculty Guidelines each semester.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other relevant duties may be required.
Teaching
Academic Advising:
Professional Development
Institutional and Community Service
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. The qualifications listed below are representative of the education, experience, knowledge, skills and/or abilities required.
EDUCATION
Must have completed at least eighteen (18) graduate hours in Chemistry and Physics and hold a Masterâs degree (official transcript(s) conferring degree must accompany the application).
EXPERIENCE Minimum of one (1) year of college level teaching experience or five (5) to ten (10) years of related work experience required.
The Organization
Houston Community College (HCC) is composed of 14 Centers of Excellence and numerous satellite centers that serve the diverse communities in the Greater Houston area by preparing individuals to live and work in an increasingly international and technological society. HCC is one of the countryâs largest singly-accredited, open-admission, community colleges offering associate degrees, certificates, workforce training, and lifelong learning opportunities.
The Team
Play a central role at HCC as you keep our everyday operations running like clockwork. Youâll get the chance to make things happen and work closely with inspiring leaders across different parts of the institution. Whether your role is supportive, administrative, financial or something else, youâll be part of a dynamic team that not only provides HCC students with cutting-edge academic and career tools, it also takes care of its people.
Location
Houston Is a City With Limitless Possibilities
- Fourth-largest city in the U.S. and home to 54 Fortune 500 companies, second only to New York Cityâs 55.
- Approximately 145 languages are spoken here.
- Overall after-taxes living costs are 5.6 percent below the average for all 308 urban areas recently surveyed.
- Houston is a major-league sports town, and donât forget the annual Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo.
- The weather is great! Mild winters ensure that outdoor activities can be enjoyed year-round.
- World-renowned medical care. The Houston metro area has long been known for its first-rate healthcare system, with many Houston area hospitals consistently ranking among the nationâs top institutions.
- With over 150 museums and cultural institutions in the Greater Houston area, museums are a large part of Houstonâs cultural scene.
- Houston is the Culture & Culinary Capital of Texas with more than 7,500 restaurants and eating establishments covering 60 cuisines.
EEO Statement
Houston Community College Does Not Discriminate On The Bases Of Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Gender Identity And Expression, National Origin, Age, Disability, Sexual Orientation Or Veteranâs Status. The Following Person Has Been Designated To Handle Inquiries Regarding The Non-discrimination Policies
Sandra Jacobson, Interim Director EEO/Compliance/Title IX Coordinator
Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX
PO Box 667517
Houston TX, 77266
713 718.8271 or hcc.oeotix@hccs.edu
HCC values its employees and their contributions, promotes opportunities for their professional growth and development, and provides a positive working and learning environment that encourages involvement, innovation, and creativity.
Individuals with disabilities, who require special accommodations to interview, should contact (713) 718-8565.