Full-Time Adjunct Faculty – Chemistry
Job Description
Adjunct Faculty – Chemistry
Lake Washington Institute of Technology
Salary: See Position Description
Job Type: Adjunct
Job Number: Adjunct_Chem 2023
Location: Kirkland, WA
Department: Instruction
Closing: 5/31/2023 11:59 PM Pacific
SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES
***This position will teach in Summer Quarter 2023. The first day of the quarter is Wednesday, July 5. The final day of the quarter is Tuesday, August 29. There are no classes on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.***
Lake Washington Institute of Technology (LWTech), located 15 miles northeast of Seattle, is the only public institute of technology in Washington state and has provided high quality education since 1949. LWTech offers 10 applied bachelor’s degrees, more than 35 associate degrees and 86 professional certificates. The college focuses on preparing students for a wide variety of careers in fields including IT, healthcare, manufacturing, engineering, transportation, design, education, as well as transfer to universities. We believe in hands-on, instructor-led, on-campus education to support students’ mental well-being and learning. The college offers robust onboarding and on-going faculty professional development opportunities. LWTech was recognized by the Aspen Institute as one of the top 150 two-year colleges in the nation in 2018 and is proud to be a Military Friendly School. Located in the technology hub of Kirkland and the Eastside of the Puget Sound, the home of Microsoft.
LWTech is committed to increasing its cultural diversity with an emphasis on equity, diversity and inclusion among its staff, faculty and student body. We serve a student population of 6,500 that come from a variety of backgrounds and experiences. We strongly value diversity and are committed to improving access and successful educational outcomes for all students. We are actively seeking applicants that will add greater depth and balance our employee workforce to align with our students and the communities we serve. Questions regarding the College’s commitment to diversity and equity and our campus culture may be directed to our Office of EDI or Human Resources.
The college is seeking a qualified adjunct professor of chemistry. The following is the course outline to which they will teach.
CHEM&131 Introduction to Organic/Biochemistry
Total Hours: 60 Theory (Lecture) Hours: 40 Guided Practice (Lab or Clinical) Hours: 20
This course provides a survey of major functional classes of compounds in organic and biochemistry. Topics include structure, properties, and key metabolic reactions of the major organic and biological molecules of prokaryotes and eukaryotes. Includes laboratory.
Prerequisites: CHEM& 121
Course Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:
• Examine the relationship between organic and biochemistry and living systems including the role of chemistry in prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells, cellular physiology, metabolism, and health
• Classify organic chemistry and understand the role of carbon and nitrogen in organic chemistry and biochemistry, including the carbon and nitrogen cycles
• Distinguish between the different classes of organic compounds (including alkanes, alenes, alkynes, aromatics, alcohols, amines, carboxylic acids, esters, ketones, aldehydes, and amides) and be able to assign a simple compound to the correct class
• Identify basic functional groups and understand how each group affects the chemical and physical properties of the molecule
• Determine the name and structure of organic compounds including alkanes, alkenes, alkynes, aromatics, alcohols, amines, carboxylic acids, esters, ketones, aldehydes and amides
• Contrast organic molecules and their structural and geometric isomers and the concept of chirality
• Apply acid/base and redox chemistry to living systems
• Contrast aerobic metabolism against anaerobic metabolism
• Generalize the application of nuclear chemistry in allied health occupations and environmental issues
• Interpret the environmental impact of hydrocarbons on the environment
• Identify the four organic chemistry groups: proteins, nucleic acids, carbohydrates, lipids
• Describe the general function of enzymes and how the shape of substrates affects them, including toxins
• Apply general chemistry principles to basic mechanisms of common dental and medical drugs
• Examine organic molecules and the role they play in energy release and metabolism based on bond types, structure, and function
• Identify the effect of organic molecules in the environment and within living systems
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
• Teach to the learning outcomes of the approved curriculum
• Plan and develop a variety of instruction objectives and experiences appropriate to the program goals
• Design learning experiences for the unique characteristics of individual adult students through classes, individual instruction, and self-directed learning
• Identify individual learning needs of students and make appropriate adjustments
• Develop and teach lessons which foster and support equitable student learning and cultural diversity
• Teach productive and constructive study skills to students
• Develop classroom and lab procedures in conformance with identified policies and procedures
• Maintain appropriate records which indicate student progress and meet college requirements
• Post the class syllabus and students’ grades via the online course system (Canvas)
• Follow disciplinary procedures as prescribed and deal consistently and fairly with all students
QUALIFICATIONS
• Masters degree in chemistry or a closely related field
• 2 years teaching experience required; college teaching experience preferred
• Previous experience with an online course system (e.g., Canvas, Blackboard, Sakai, Moodle) preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Must have sensitivity and ability to successfully interact with diverse populations
• Due to the diversity of the college population, we encourage applicants who are multilingual
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Compensation Placement on the faculty salary schedule is based on an individual assessment of education and experience. The salary for part time faculty contracts shall be based upon the number of credits assigned the faculty member, the type of class taught, and the rates contained in the part time faculty salary schedule currently in effect and labeled Appendix B.Step A ranges from $675.36 – $2.026.08Step B ranges from $710.74 – $2,132.22Step C ranges from $775.27 – $2,175.93Step D ranges from $795.04 – $2,385.12Step E ranges from $795.04 – $2,385.12BenefitsOnce part-time faculty have worked 50% full-time or more for two consecutive quarters(with LWTech or combined with other community/technical colleges), Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and other insurance benefits are provided as currently administered under Public Employees Benefits Board, State Retirement Plan and a Deferred Compensation Plan; sick leave accrues at 1 day (Prorated based on % of FTE) effective upon employment. Employees have access to bereavement leave, employee assistance program, free tuition ( 50% of FT or more for two consecutive quarters), reduced child care costs at our Early Learning Center, reduced Bus Fare, professional development opportunities and more! For further details on the benefits offered at LWTech, please visit: https://www.lwtech.edu/about/human-resources/benefits/ CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
• Official transcripts/certifications will be required upon employment
• Other conditions that may apply will be detailed upon the offer of employment
• Job offers are contingent upon successful completion of background/reference checks
ELIGIBILITY VERIFICATION
If you are hired, you will need proof of identity, and documentation of U.S. citizenship or legal Authorization to work.
AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT
Lake Washington Institute of Technology is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, creed, disabled veteran status, marital status or Vietnam-era veteran status in its programs and activities. Questions regarding the College’s Affirmative Action Policy may be directed to the Meena Park, Executive Director of Human Resources, Affirmative Action Office/Title IX Coordinator, (425) 739-8212.
Jeanne Clery Statement: Notice of Availability of Annual Security and Fire Safety Report:
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act of 1998, and as a part of the College’s commitment to safety and security on campus, Lake Washington Institute of Technology(LWTech) reports the mandated information about current campus policies concerning safety and security issues, the required statistics, and other related information for the past three (3) calendar years. LWTech’s Annual Safety Report (ASR) is available online at https://www.lwtech.edu/about/campus-safety/.
To obtain a paper copy of the report, please visit the LWTech Safety Department located in the East Building at 11605 132nd Avenue NE Kirkland, WA 98034.Pursuant to RCW 28B.112.080, applicants must declare whether they are the subject of any substantiated findings of sexual misconduct in any current or former employment or is currently being investigated for, or have left a position during an investigation into, a violation of any sexual misconduct policy at the applicant’s current or past employers. By law, post-secondary education institutions cannot hire an applicant who does not complete this form.
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