The idealcandidate will demonstrate a passion for teaching and promoting success among adiverse student population. The candidate is expected to commit toexcellence in teaching and learning, collaboration and professionaldevelopment. Adjunct faculty areexpected to deliver course materials in a learner-centered environmentconductive to engaging students in the learning process. The faculty member inthis position communicates consistently and effectively with students, facultyand administrators, and responds to communications within a 24 hour period oftime. The faculty is responsible for managing this course through timelygrading of assignments, providing substantial student feedback withassignments, and submission of clinical evaluations, attendance and grades.

Massachusetts Bay Community College invitesapplications for an adjunct faculty position in chemistry from qualifiedapplicants to teach both in-person and online laboratory science courses inchemistry. Responsibilities will include developing and teaching typicalcourses in undergraduate chemistry. They will also demonstrate an ability toengage, mentor, and work with diverse student populations. They will becomfortable offering hands-on laboratory courses by implementing activelearning strategies using current computer technologies, software, and tools.The candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence in teachingand learning, collaboration and professional development.

Key Responsibilities and Duties:

• Work in collaboration with science department faculty to prepare syllabi and develop curricula in alignment with the department's vision and needs;
• Meet students regularly at the posted class and laboratory times and teach undergraduate chemistry courses and laboratories using effective instructional strategies that promote student learning consistent with the division's needs;
• Use appropriate assessment methods consistently and regularly to measure student understanding;
• Engage in professional development activities to maintain excellence in teaching and learning;
• Maintain excellent communication with students, department, and division staff throughout the semester;
• Submit midterm and final grade reports, attendance records, early alerts, and other reports pertaining to assigned courses by required due dates;
• Participate in appropriate laboratory safety training and follow laboratory safety guidelines and practices as directed by the Lab Manager or their designee;
• Carry out other related duties as assigned by the Dean consistent with the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
  

Commitmentto Equity:

• Support MassBay's commitment to the Equity Agenda;
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and students on the College's strategic initiatives dedicated to closing the equity gap related to student outcomes;
• Support MassBay's commitment to being anti-racist; embracing a community free of bias and inequality;
• Contribute to discussion and review of applicable College policies with a critical lens toward diversity, equity and inclusion;
• Engage with the Office of Diversity on issues related to underserved student success;
• Further the examination of pertinent practices that are culturally responsive and reflective of inclusive perspectives;
• Engage in conversations with colleagues and students regarding best practices within the discipline or programmatic related to equity and inclusion.
  

This list is not to be considered all-inclusive. A supervisor may assign other duties as required to meet the needs and foster the mission of the College.

All employees of MassBay are expected to work collegially and collaboratively within a community that values and celebrates diversity.

Required Qualifications:

Master'sdegree in Chemistry or a closely related field with significant first-handexperience in a chemistry laboratory setting.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Sensitivity and commitment to the goals of Affirmative Action and workforce diversity;
• Experience working in a diverse environment;
• Demonstrated commitment to working with underserved students;
• Interest in and availability to teach chemistry laboratory-based courses in Fall 2023 and beyond in a variety of modalities including fully in-person or hybrid/in-person courses;
• Demonstrated commitment to academic standards, student learning, and student support;
• Experience and training in online instruction.
  

Additional Information:

Salary Range: $1,291.00 - 1,561.00 DCE Per Credit

Position Type: DCE-Adjunct

Application Deadline: August 20, 2023, or thereafter until filled.

To Apply: Please include a letter of interest and resume with your online application.

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Hiring is subject to state appropriation funding.

Final candidates are required to provide sealed transcripts and/or certifications.

Hiring is contingent upon a successful CORI clearance.

Massachusetts BayCommunity College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and doesnot discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex,disability, religion, age, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy orrelated conditions, gender identity, sex characteristics, sex stereotypes orsexual orientation in its programs and activities as required by Title IX ofthe Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the CivilRights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and college policies. TheCollege prohibits Sex-Based Harassment. Inquiries or complaints concerningdiscrimination, harassment, or retaliation shall be referred to the College'sAffirmative Action Officer and/or Title IX Coordinator, the MassachusettsCommission Against Discrimination, the Equal Employment OpportunitiesCommission or the United States Department of Education's Office for CivilRights.