What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instructor, CC (Chemistry, 0083645) position at University of Hawaii?
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Title: Instructor, CC (Chemistry) Position Number: 0083645Hiring Unit: Kauai Community College, Science and Mathematics Location: Lihue, KauaiDate Posted: February 15, 2025Closing Date: March 28, 2025Salary Information: C2A, minimum $5,154/month Monthly Type: 9 MonthTenure Track: Tenure Full Time/Part Time: Full Time Temporary/Permanent: Permanent Other Conditions: To begin Fall 2025, tenure track position, pending availability of funds and actual staffing requirements. Renewal of appointment contingent on satisfactory performance, availability of funds, and program needs. Position may be converted from 9 to 11 months or 11 to 9 months based on program needs. Duties and ResponsibilitiesUnder supervision of the Science and Mathematics Division Chair, teaches a variety of introductory chemistry courses and associated laboratory courses. Other chemistry courses may be assigned, as needed by the Division Chair. Performs regular course discipline-, program-, and institutional-level assessment and uses results to improve course content and professional practice. Revises or creates new curricula and student learning outcomes when necessary, and regularly prepares and revises course syllabi. Works collaboratively with other Kaua‘i Community College faculty and staff. Serves as a role model, academic advisor, mentor, and leader to students. Identifies students' learning needs, including needs of underprepared students, and implements effective teaching strategies to address them. Independently and/or collaboratively plans, organizes, and carries out instructional and non-instructional assignments. Develops and maintains a personal, professional development program. Maintains appropriate office hours for each course taught. Day, evening, weekend, non-credit, Early College, and/or distance education classes may be assigned as part of regular workload. May be assigned operational or off-site instructional duties as part of regular workload. Changes to modality and approaches for teaching assignments may be needed to address emerging needs. Participates in discipline-, division-, campus-, and system-wide committees, as well as relevant partnership initiatives between Kaua‘i Community College/University of Hawai'i (UH) and the Hawai'i Department of Education. Demonstrates commitment to Kaua‘i Community College's mission, principles, and philosophy. Maintains a well-organized and safe laboratory environment by supplying and managing lab materials and stockroom inventory in compliance with UH System and government regulations. Ensure annual safety and hazard certifications are up-to-date.Works with Kaua'i County, State Department of Education, and other entities to improve science education.The College strongly emphasizes the "open door" concept and serves a diverse student and community population.Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum QualificationsMaster’s in Chemistry or Biochemistry OR; b) Master's in Chemical Engineering, Geochemistry, Chemical Oceanography, Organic Chemistry, Forensics Chemistry, Chemical Physics, or Environmental Chemistry with 18 credits of advanced coursework in Chemistry or Biochemistry. ("Advanced" coursework" is defined as 300-400 level courses offered in a bachelor's program.)All minimum qualifications must be from a regionally accredited institution and met by the effective date of appointment. If qualified applicants are not available, others will be considered on an Acting Instructor basis.Desirable QualificationsExperience in teaching introductory chemistry, and/or their corresponding laboratories in a Community College setting.Experience developing, preparing, disassembling, cleaning, and storing lab experiments.Ability to function autonomously and as a member of a team. Possess a supportive attitude toward student learning and be able to create a nurturing classroom environment for students of diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. Demonstrated understanding of issues related to Native Hawaiians or other indigenous populations and the local community, including Hawai'i's unique economic, political, business, and cultural environment.Ability to employ a variety of assignments, classroom activities, and assessment methods to develop students' critical thinking skills. Successful multicultural teaching experience, especially in Hawai'i and/or Pacific island regions.Experience in science-related projects and grants, including projects involving science in the community.Application Submission: Click on the "Apply" button on the top right corner of the screen to complete an application and attach the following required documents. Graduate and undergraduate transcript(s) showing degree and coursework to date appropriate to the position (Copies of transcripts are acceptable; however, original official transcripts will be required at the time of hire. Academic record/grade summaries will NOT be accepted. Diplomas and copies will NOT be accepted.) Transcripts issued from an institution outside the United States of America require a course-by-course analysis with an equivalency statement from an agency having membership with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, Inc., verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. Expense of the evaluation shall be borne by the applicant.Statement outlining how you meet the minimum and desirable qualifications of the position.Names and contact information (including e-mail address) of at least 3 professional references.Resume All minimum qualifications must be met by the effective date of appointment. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered. Please REDACT references to social security numbers and birth date on submitted documents. All requested documents/information become the property of Kaua'i Community College and will not be returned. Letters of recommendation may be requested at a later time in the search process. Note: If you have not applied for a position before using NEOGOV, you will need to create an account. Inquiries: Human Resources Office808-245-8372
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The University of Hawai'i is an Equal Opportunity Institution and is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in employment, including on the basis of veteran and disability status. For more information, visit: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/policies/ Employment is contingent on satisfying employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986; reference checks of previous employers; and for certain positions, criminal history record checks. In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, annual campus crime statistics for the University of Hawai'i may be viewed at: https://www.hawaii.edu/titleix/help/campus-security/, or a paper copy may be obtained upon request from the respective UH Campus Security or Administrative Services Office. Accommodation Request: The University of Hawai'i complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the EEO coordinator directly. Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. For further information, please refer to the following link: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/accommodation-request/
Title: Instructor, CC (Chemistry) Position Number: 0083645Hiring Unit: Kauai Community College, Science and Mathematics Location: Lihue, KauaiDate Posted: February 15, 2025Closing Date: March 28, 2025Salary Information: C2A, minimum $5,154/month Monthly Type: 9 MonthTenure Track: Tenure Full Time/Part Time: Full Time Temporary/Permanent: Permanent Other Conditions: To begin Fall 2025, tenure track position, pending availability of funds and actual staffing requirements. Renewal of appointment contingent on satisfactory performance, availability of funds, and program needs. Position may be converted from 9 to 11 months or 11 to 9 months based on program needs. Duties and ResponsibilitiesUnder supervision of the Science and Mathematics Division Chair, teaches a variety of introductory chemistry courses and associated laboratory courses. Other chemistry courses may be assigned, as needed by the Division Chair. Performs regular course discipline-, program-, and institutional-level assessment and uses results to improve course content and professional practice. Revises or creates new curricula and student learning outcomes when necessary, and regularly prepares and revises course syllabi. Works collaboratively with other Kaua‘i Community College faculty and staff. Serves as a role model, academic advisor, mentor, and leader to students. Identifies students' learning needs, including needs of underprepared students, and implements effective teaching strategies to address them. Independently and/or collaboratively plans, organizes, and carries out instructional and non-instructional assignments. Develops and maintains a personal, professional development program. Maintains appropriate office hours for each course taught. Day, evening, weekend, non-credit, Early College, and/or distance education classes may be assigned as part of regular workload. May be assigned operational or off-site instructional duties as part of regular workload. Changes to modality and approaches for teaching assignments may be needed to address emerging needs. Participates in discipline-, division-, campus-, and system-wide committees, as well as relevant partnership initiatives between Kaua‘i Community College/University of Hawai'i (UH) and the Hawai'i Department of Education. Demonstrates commitment to Kaua‘i Community College's mission, principles, and philosophy. Maintains a well-organized and safe laboratory environment by supplying and managing lab materials and stockroom inventory in compliance with UH System and government regulations. Ensure annual safety and hazard certifications are up-to-date.Works with Kaua'i County, State Department of Education, and other entities to improve science education.The College strongly emphasizes the "open door" concept and serves a diverse student and community population.Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum QualificationsMaster’s in Chemistry or Biochemistry OR; b) Master's in Chemical Engineering, Geochemistry, Chemical Oceanography, Organic Chemistry, Forensics Chemistry, Chemical Physics, or Environmental Chemistry with 18 credits of advanced coursework in Chemistry or Biochemistry. ("Advanced" coursework" is defined as 300-400 level courses offered in a bachelor's program.)All minimum qualifications must be from a regionally accredited institution and met by the effective date of appointment. If qualified applicants are not available, others will be considered on an Acting Instructor basis.Desirable QualificationsExperience in teaching introductory chemistry, and/or their corresponding laboratories in a Community College setting.Experience developing, preparing, disassembling, cleaning, and storing lab experiments.Ability to function autonomously and as a member of a team. Possess a supportive attitude toward student learning and be able to create a nurturing classroom environment for students of diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. Demonstrated understanding of issues related to Native Hawaiians or other indigenous populations and the local community, including Hawai'i's unique economic, political, business, and cultural environment.Ability to employ a variety of assignments, classroom activities, and assessment methods to develop students' critical thinking skills. Successful multicultural teaching experience, especially in Hawai'i and/or Pacific island regions.Experience in science-related projects and grants, including projects involving science in the community.Application Submission: Click on the "Apply" button on the top right corner of the screen to complete an application and attach the following required documents. Graduate and undergraduate transcript(s) showing degree and coursework to date appropriate to the position (Copies of transcripts are acceptable; however, original official transcripts will be required at the time of hire. Academic record/grade summaries will NOT be accepted. Diplomas and copies will NOT be accepted.) Transcripts issued from an institution outside the United States of America require a course-by-course analysis with an equivalency statement from an agency having membership with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, Inc., verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. Expense of the evaluation shall be borne by the applicant.Statement outlining how you meet the minimum and desirable qualifications of the position.Names and contact information (including e-mail address) of at least 3 professional references.Resume All minimum qualifications must be met by the effective date of appointment. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered. Please REDACT references to social security numbers and birth date on submitted documents. All requested documents/information become the property of Kaua'i Community College and will not be returned. Letters of recommendation may be requested at a later time in the search process. Note: If you have not applied for a position before using NEOGOV, you will need to create an account. Inquiries: Human Resources Office808-245-8372
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
The University of Hawai'i is an Equal Opportunity Institution and is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in employment, including on the basis of veteran and disability status. For more information, visit: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/policies/ Employment is contingent on satisfying employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986; reference checks of previous employers; and for certain positions, criminal history record checks. In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, annual campus crime statistics for the University of Hawai'i may be viewed at: https://www.hawaii.edu/titleix/help/campus-security/, or a paper copy may be obtained upon request from the respective UH Campus Security or Administrative Services Office. Accommodation Request: The University of Hawai'i complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the EEO coordinator directly. Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. For further information, please refer to the following link: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/accommodation-request/
Salary : $5,154
