Kolbe GENS Chemistry Adjunct Faculty

Job Description

Job Description

The University Of St. Thomas (UST), a private Catholic University committed to the liberal arts and the

religious and intellectual tradition of Catholic higher education, is located in Houston, Texas, near the

vibrant central business district, Texas Medical Center, and museum district, is seeking applicants for an

Adjunct faculty for Chemistry I and II as part of the Associates Degree in General Science. This position

reports directly to the Chair of the Department for General Science and / or Associate Dean of the Kolbe

School of Innovation.

SUMMARY : Work as part of an adjunct faculty Team to provide the expertise, knowledge and support

for students in the General Science program. The role of the Instructional Faculty encompasses teaching

and learning, advising, and professional development. The ideal candidate will have a passion for

educating students, developing and teaching interactive material to future professionals. This is a parttime, semester-based position, with compensation per course section.

The qualifications listed below are representative of the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and / or

abilities required.

EDUCATION : Minimum Master's Degree required in Chemistry or related Science field, or at least 18

graduate credit hours in coursework.

Preferred : PhD in the field of study. (A photocopy of the transcript showing degree conferred and

graduate hours must accompany the application).

EXPERIENCE : Minimum of one (5) years of college-level teaching experience and two (2) years minimum

teaching in online environment to include interactive labs. Experience teaching lab-based science

courses. Candidates will have knowledge of instructional design and adult learning principles, as well as

familiarity with accreditation standards for health and science programs

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES :

Must provide resume and cover letter and a statement related to goals for course.

Develop or follow a curriculum that aligns with program outcomes and accreditation requirements

Must be able to teach online classes, be available and check in with students often, and be familiar with

Blackboard.

Must have working knowledge and skill in presentation software.

Must have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively verbally and in

writing with a diverse professional, community and student population.

Must possess good organizational and planning skills. emic, socio-economic, cultural and ethnic

backgrounds and students with disabilities.

Must demonstrate the ability to inspire and motivate students in a learning-centered environment

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