What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chemistry Instructor- Tenure-Track position at Shoreline Community College?
Job Summary
Salary Range: $67,820 to $77,156 per 172-day annual contract, dependent upon education/experience
- This position qualifies for $5,954/year in high demand supplemental salary in addition to the annual contract amount above.
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The Chemistry department offers a rigorous sequence of courses for students interested in professional/technical degrees, and for science and non-science transfer majors. This currently includes a two-quarter introductory general/organic/biochemistry (GOB) sequence, three-quarter general inorganic chemistry sequence, three-quarter organic chemistry sequence, and a two-quarter biochemistry sequence. The instrumentation in our teaching labs includes UV-vis spectrophotometers, FTIRs, GCs, GC-MS, and a 60MHz NMR. The successful faculty member should have the ability and experience to teach the entire sequence of chemistry courses offered, from introductory level GOB through the biochemistry series, as well as demonstrated experience teaching transfer-level organic chemistry, and a strong interest in providing leadership in the development of lecture and lab curriculum, especially as it applies to the development of greener organic chemistry labs.
In addition to teaching, the successful candidate will advise students, assist with assessment of current instructional methods, develop programs and curricula, participate in Shoreline governance, department, division and campus-related professional activities, and industry-focused advisory meetings. NOTE: An on-campus presence is required for this position.
Faculty at Shoreline will have an array of students from differing programs in their classroom, including professional technical and university transfers. Shoreline seeks a candidate that can identify and mitigate the barriers to success that many students face and be passionate about creating an equitable learning environment that supports success for all students. As such, candidate response to the supplemental questions below will be the first criteria of consideration.
Qualifications
Required Education and Experience
- Master's degree in Chemistry or related discipline from an accredited institution
- Experience teaching in a higher education environment
Knowledge of
- Microsoft Office programs, learning management systems and other appropriate instructional technology (ex. ctcLink, Canvas, Starfish, etc.)
- Course requirements for post-graduate programs such as medical, dental, and pharmacy schools for student advising purposes
Skill in
- Fostering a climate of equity and belonging through multicultural awareness and responsiveness
- Maintaining awareness of and ability to use emerging technologies.
- Using analytical instrumentation such as GC/MS, NMR, and UV-Vis spectrometry
- Imparting excitement and enthusiasm into the instruction of Chemistry
- Experience with or willingness to gain experience with teaching and developing coursework online
- Contributing to equity and belonging through multicultural awareness and competence
- Effective oral/written communication with individuals at all levels inside and outside the College
- Adapting to a variety of teaching situations with students from diverse backgrounds/abilities
- Developing/modifying curriculum both collaboratively and independently
- Working and interacting effectively with colleagues, staff, students, administrators, and others of various cultural and socio-economic backgrounds
Conditions of Employment
Term Of Employment/Salary
- This is a full-time, tenure-track position
- 172-day annual contract beginning September 18, 2025
- Salary placement is determined by the number of qualifying years of teaching/work experience combined with related education.
- This position is overtime-exempt.
- Other conditions that may apply will be detailed upon offer of employment.
- Hiring of this position is contingent upon available funding as determined by the College President.
Required Materials
NEOGOV online application & supplemental questions
- Cover letter describing how your education and experience align with the needs of the position
- Current resume
- Transcripts documenting relevant and highest degrees (official required upon hire)
Please Note:
- Once application materials have been submitted, you may not modify the application
- If you are chosen to move forward in this recruitment, you will be notified via email to the address listed in your application (make sure to check spam/junk folders)
Other Conditions:
Shoreline Community College is committed to providing equal opportunity in education and employment for all students, employees, and applicants, and does not allow discrimination or harassment on the basis of race or ethnicity, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, creed, religion, status as an honorably discharged veteran or military status, political affiliation or belief, citizenship/status as a lawfully admitted immigrant authorized to work in the United States, or presence of any physical, sensory, or mental disability. For our full non-discrimination statement and contact information, visit: https://www.shoreline.edu/about-shoreline/non-discrimination.aspx.
Persons with disabilities have the right to reasonable accommodation in all aspects of employment with the College. This includes, but is not limited to recruitment, application, hiring, training, termination, conditions of employment, and any other employer-supported activities. Applicants requesting accommodation should contact the Office of Human Resources at hr@shoreline.edu.
In accordance with RCW 28B.112.080, applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current or past places of employment.
In compliance with the Immigration and Nationality Act, proof of authorization to work in the United States will be required at the time of hire.
Shoreline CC does not currently sponsor HB-1 visas. Other conditions that may apply will be detailed upon the offer of employment. This position is overtime exempt.
Applicants considered for positions at the College may be required to submit to a background check as a condition of employment. Adverse information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability for the position.
Faculty positions are represented by the American Federation of Teachers Local #1950.
Classified positions are represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees.
Salary : $67,820 - $77,156
