Adjunct- Physical Sciences (Physics and Chemistry)

We are seeking Adjunct Faculty to teach courses in the Physical Sciences, specifically Physics, Astronomy, and Chemistry. At PCCC, courses are offered in the traditional 14-week semesters and meet twice a week during the morning, afternoon or evening. Faculty are responsible for teaching both the Lecture and Lab for any courses they are assigned. Examples of Duties

• Teach assigned classes in accordance with the College's academic calendar and approved syllabi.
• Meet all scheduled class sessions.
• Maintain and report accurate student grade and attendance records using approved procedures and systems.
• Participate in assessment activities in support of the PCCC institutional effectiveness program.
• Utilize the appropriate technology, including the College's student learning platform, to fulfill teaching duties.
• Maintain communication with the College, department, and students via the College’s assigned email and LMS.
• Adhere to the guidelines contained in the Adjunct Faculty Handbook (Link can be found at pccc.edu)

Qualifications

• A Master's degree in the respective field and teaching experience are required.
• Familiarity with teaching adult learners.
• College level teaching experience preferred but not required.
• Experience teaching with a Learning Management system (LMS) such as Blackboard is preferred but not required.
• Ability to teach concurrently or remotely via Zoom is a plus

Supplemental Information Please specify, in your cover letter, what days and times you are available to teach. Lectures are typically 1 hour and 21 minutes twice a week. Labs are 2 hours and 41 minutes once a week and are immediately before or after the lecture. Faculty are required to teach both the lecture and the lab for each course. The completion of a background check will be required for the selected candidate. Compensation: The pay for this position is $962 per credit taught. Benefits:

• Employee Assistance Program provides free, confidential, limited counselling services, work-life assistance, legal and financial guidance.
• Commuter Benefits: Free parking access is provided on site. An optional Transit Pre-Tax Plan is available which allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to purchase eligible transit expenses.
• Alternate Benefit Program provides eligible members with a tax-sheltered, defined contribution retirement program, along with life insurance and long-term disability coverage. (Must meet eligibility requirements.)

Apply tot his job Apply To this Job