What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chemistry Adjunct Instructors position at Virginia's Community College System?
Working Title Chemistry Adjunct Instructors Role Title Chemistry Adjunct Instructors Role Code FLSA Exempt Pay Band UG Position Number 283A0000 Agency J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College Division J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College (Div) Work Location Henrico - 087 Hiring Range Salary commensurate with the education and experience of the applicant. Emergency/Essential Personnel No EEO Category I-Faculty Full Time or Part Time Part Time Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? Work Schedule
Varies depending on class schedules and school needs.
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Reynolds is one of the largest community colleges in Virginia and serves Virginia’s capital city and five nearby counties. Annually, our four campus sites serve approximately 13,000 credit students and provide training for 7,400 students through the Community College Workforce Alliance. Reynolds is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse, culturally competent staff at all levels of the organization who reflect the demographics of our students. We also believe in providing an ongoing investment in our faculty and staff to deepen their skills and competencies to serve the full range of our student population.
Teaching – Instructional Delivery
Develop and employ instructional delivery methods that are engaging and interactive, that align with course objectives, and that facilitate student achievement; Respond promptly to student phone, e-mail, or other asynchronous communications; Be responsive, constructive, and respectful in addressing student questions; and Provide students with prompt (usually within one week) and useful feedback on coursework submitted for evaluation or grading.
Part-time adjunct teaching faculty-ranked appointment. Salary commensurate with the experience of the applicant.
For full consideration, the cover letter, resume or curriculum vitae, and unofficial transcripts must be received with the online application submission.
Special Assignments
May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSA's/Required Qualifications
Master’s degree in Chemistry; or a Master’s degree with eighteen (18) graduate semester hours in Chemistry. The selected candidate must be able to successfully pass the college’s pre-employment security screening.
Additional Considerations
Travel among Reynolds campuses and partner sites may be needed.
Posting Number ADJ_2910P Recruitment Type General Public - G Number of Vacancies multiple Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date 01/05/2026 Job Close Date 12/31/2026 Open Until Filled Yes Agency Website www.reynolds.edu Contact Name Reynolds HR Email HR@reynolds.edu Phone Number (804) 523-5249 Special Instructions to Applicants
At Reynolds Community College, we are committed to the success of all students. We believe all students will reach their full potential when we create conditions that allow it and it is our responsibility to do so. We are mindful that equitable outcomes are only achieved through intentional action that eliminates barriers to achievement. Successful candidates for positions, regardless of job duties, must embrace the responsibility to serve all students so that they may succeed and prosper.
Additional Information
This pool will be utilized on an as-needed basis. Your application will remain active until the position is no longer needed. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Reynolds does not accept employment applications by mail, e-mail or fax.
Reasonable accommodations are provided to applicants as requested.
Reynolds Community College does not discriminate on the basis of age (except when age is a bona fide occupational qualification); color; disability; gender identity or expression; genetic information; military service; national origin; political affiliation; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including lactation; race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists); religion; sex; sexual orientation; veterans status, or any other non-merit based factor in its employment opportunities, programs, services, and activities.
Background Check Statement Disclaimer
The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of an extensive criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment), and other checks requested by the VCCS such as I-9 and E-Verify requirements. Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
EEO Statement
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.
E-Verify Statement
VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/91704
Varies depending on class schedules and school needs.
Sensitive Position No Job Description
Reynolds is one of the largest community colleges in Virginia and serves Virginia’s capital city and five nearby counties. Annually, our four campus sites serve approximately 13,000 credit students and provide training for 7,400 students through the Community College Workforce Alliance. Reynolds is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse, culturally competent staff at all levels of the organization who reflect the demographics of our students. We also believe in providing an ongoing investment in our faculty and staff to deepen their skills and competencies to serve the full range of our student population.
Teaching – Instructional Delivery
Develop and employ instructional delivery methods that are engaging and interactive, that align with course objectives, and that facilitate student achievement; Respond promptly to student phone, e-mail, or other asynchronous communications; Be responsive, constructive, and respectful in addressing student questions; and Provide students with prompt (usually within one week) and useful feedback on coursework submitted for evaluation or grading.
Part-time adjunct teaching faculty-ranked appointment. Salary commensurate with the experience of the applicant.
For full consideration, the cover letter, resume or curriculum vitae, and unofficial transcripts must be received with the online application submission.
Special Assignments
May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSA's/Required Qualifications
Master’s degree in Chemistry; or a Master’s degree with eighteen (18) graduate semester hours in Chemistry. The selected candidate must be able to successfully pass the college’s pre-employment security screening.
Additional Considerations
- Related occupational experience or teaching experience in one or more college level courses including developmental, occupational-technical, and university-college transfer, or in high school Chemistry is preferred.
- Wide range of coursework and/or teaching experience throughout the Chemistry subject area to include Organic Chemistry.
- Strong written and oral communication skills; and the ability to work with a diverse population of students, faculty, and staff.
- Demonstrated ability to employ multiple teaching strategies to create student-centered classrooms and incorporate technology routinely into instructional and faculty responsibilities.
- Online course instruction experience and/or training is also preferred.
Travel among Reynolds campuses and partner sites may be needed.
Posting Number ADJ_2910P Recruitment Type General Public - G Number of Vacancies multiple Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date 01/05/2026 Job Close Date 12/31/2026 Open Until Filled Yes Agency Website www.reynolds.edu Contact Name Reynolds HR Email HR@reynolds.edu Phone Number (804) 523-5249 Special Instructions to Applicants
At Reynolds Community College, we are committed to the success of all students. We believe all students will reach their full potential when we create conditions that allow it and it is our responsibility to do so. We are mindful that equitable outcomes are only achieved through intentional action that eliminates barriers to achievement. Successful candidates for positions, regardless of job duties, must embrace the responsibility to serve all students so that they may succeed and prosper.
Additional Information
This pool will be utilized on an as-needed basis. Your application will remain active until the position is no longer needed. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Reynolds does not accept employment applications by mail, e-mail or fax.
Reasonable accommodations are provided to applicants as requested.
Reynolds Community College does not discriminate on the basis of age (except when age is a bona fide occupational qualification); color; disability; gender identity or expression; genetic information; military service; national origin; political affiliation; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including lactation; race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists); religion; sex; sexual orientation; veterans status, or any other non-merit based factor in its employment opportunities, programs, services, and activities.
Background Check Statement Disclaimer
The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of an extensive criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment), and other checks requested by the VCCS such as I-9 and E-Verify requirements. Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
EEO Statement
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.
E-Verify Statement
VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/91704