Santa Fe College’s Natural Sciences within the Academic Affairs division of Liberal Arts and Sciences provides pre-professional instruction to guide the development of the next generation of engineers, physicians, and scientists.  The Natural Sciences Department also provides non-sciences majors with general education science courses to enable them to understand and appreciate the role of the sciences in daily life and the world community.

Natural Sciences at Santa Fe College is seeking a full-time, continuing contract, nine-month (9) Assistant Professors to promote and encourage student success through quality science instruction focusing on introductory, general and organic chemistry.  Under general supervision, the Assistant Professor of chemistry will develop, prepare and teach a variety of scientific concepts consisting of teaching assignments which may include introductory chemistry, chemistry I and II, consumer chemistry, organic chemistry I and II, quantitative analysis and all associated labs.  Faculty may be assigned to SF’s main Northwest campus or housed at any of the College’s six educational centers.  Course offerings within the Natural Sciences Department may be taught during the day, evening, or online, as well as taught using other distance learning formats.  Santa Fe College full-time Natural Sciences faculty have a primary nine (9) month contract based on teaching 15 credit hours in the fall and 15 credit hours in the spring; other teaching opportunities over and above contractual obligations and during summer semesters may be available for additional compensation based upon departmental need.

Responsibilities and duties include:

• Plan, organize, and deliver analytical, inorganic, physical and organic chemistry instruction in laboratory, classroom, and/or real-world settings to promote student success within a community college environment.
• Collaborate with other faculty to evaluate, revise, and develop program curriculum and pedagogical methods that cultivate student learning and enhance the mastery of course content.
• Collaborate with colleagues, local educators and other school professionals to create and promote joint outreach, as well as develop educational partnerships and activities.
• Support and promote the mission of the department and college, which centers on excellence in teaching and learning through quality instruction, curriculum enhancement, faculty scholarship, professional development, and service.
• Participate in departmental meetings and college committee work.

• Assist with the implementation of college policies, objectives and functions in accordance with the SF philosophy, mission, strategic initiatives, and procedures.
• Appropriately document student progress and maintain records including attendance and achievement of learning outcomes.
• Strictly honor student confidentiality and privacy as per appropriate laws, regulations and college rules.
• Commitment to students and excellence in undergraduate education.
• Work a flexible schedule at multiple sites.
• Provide service excellence through courteous, informed, accessible and professional engagement.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Reports to: Chair, Natural Sciences

Qualifications

Required: A Master’s degree in Chemistry or a Master’s degree with eighteen (18) graduate course hours in the qualifying fields of Chemistry, Chemical Engineering and/or Biochemistry is required. 

Additional Requirements:  A criminal background check will be conducted.

Preferred: Teaching experience in a community college and/or university setting and familiarity with classroom technologies and productivity tools are preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

• Ability to work successfully in a multi-cultural environment.
• Analytical Aptitude & Problem Solving - able to analyze information, problems, situations, practices and/or procedures, collect and interpret data, reason logically, establish facts, identify and define existing and potential issues, recognize the interrelationships among elements, draw valid conclusions, develop recommendations, as well as alternative courses of action, select appropriate course, follow up, and evaluate.
• Communication – able to effectively communicate in a professional, diplomatic, empathetic, and tactful manner using preferred method and level as applicable to the job.
• Critical Thinking & Judgement - able to make well-reasoned, sensible, and timely decisions based on careful, objective review and informed analysis of available information, considerations, and other factors.
• Organization & Time Management – able to plan, schedule, and organize tasks related to the job to achieve goals within or ahead of established time frames.
• Systems & Software - proficient level of knowledge of Microsoft Office and/or relevant position software programs.
• Team Orientation & Interpersonal – highly motivated team player with ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with all levels within and external to the organization.
• Multi-task - Ability to expeditiously organize, coordinate, manage, prioritize, and perform multiple tasks simultaneously to swiftly assess a situation, determine a logical course of action, and apply the appropriate response.

Application Process: All applicants must complete the SF Employment Application, submit a letter of intent which describes his/her interest in teaching Chemistry at Santa Fe College and explains the strengths he/she can bring to this faculty position, an up-to-date resume, a written statement that describes his/her philosophy of teaching and engaging students at an open door institution, as well as college transcripts through the job portal to be considered for this position. Additionally, current letters of recommendation are strongly valued as part of our application review process and therefore applicants are encouraged to upload (3) three letters of recommendation with their other required application materials. Candidates should be aware that official transcripts will be required prior to any offer of employment being made. College transcripts are required for any college coursework. Unofficial transcripts are only accepted for review purposes, official transcripts are required prior to any offer of employment being made.