What are the responsibilities and job description for the Biotechnology Instructor position at J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College?
Title: Biotechnology Instructor
Agency: J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College
Location: Richmond (City) - 760
FLSA: Exempt
Hiring Range: Salary range: $67,00 - $71,500; commensurate with the education and experience of the applicant.
Full Time or Part Time: Full Time
Additional Detail
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 racially 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.
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.
Reynolds is currently seeking applicants for the position of Biotechnology Instructor which will be assigned to the School of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics, on our Downtown Campus.
The primary responsibility is teaching. Faculty hired in this position will be required to teach courses in the transfer and non-transfer areas. Faculty loads are normally scheduled on an average of fifteen (15) credit hours per semester. Office hours, advising and collateral duty assignments are maintained. Teaching schedules may include day and evening classes and multiple campus and off-campus/on-line assignments. Opportunities for summer teaching will be based on student interest.
Master’s degree in chemistry or the Master’s degree in any related field with eighteen (18) graduate semester hours in Chemistry. The selected candidate must be able to pass the college's pre-employment security screening.
- Knowledge and teaching experience with multiple sections of chemistry courses, including introductory and advanced topics with a particular focus on life science application.
- Demonstrated experience in developing curriculum and implementing engaging, inquiry-based lessons, fostering hands-on, student-centered learning experiences.
- Experience in advising and mentoring students on academic programming, career opportunities, and navigating coursework effectively.
- Experience in incorporating experiential learning opportunities and lab-based research projects where students engage in real-world applications of chemistry and pharmaceutical industry.
- Demonstrate ability to collaborate with industry partners and in interdisciplinary work. Experience utilizing a learning managements system to enhance the classroom experience.
- Strong communication skills and experience working effectively with diverse, multicultural and K-12 populations to support inclusion and cultural understanding.
Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer
Salary : $6,700 - $71,500
