Morton College is a public community college located in Cicero, Illinois, just minutes from downtown Chicago. Founded in 1924, Morton College is the second oldest community college in the State of Illinois and is recognized by the Illinois Community College Board.

As a comprehensive community college, Morton College’s mission is to enhance the quality of life of our diverse community through exemplary teaching and learning opportunities, community service, and lifelong learning. Morton College is also proud to be a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI), reflecting our commitment to serving and empowering our diverse student population.

At Morton College, our community comes first. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply and welcome minorities, women, and individuals with diverse experiences and perspectives to join our team.

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Description Summary

The Chemistry Instructor will teach Chemistry courses to a diverse student population. The candidate will participate in campus life and on faculty committees and perform other duties related to teaching at a community college. The instructor must stay abreast of ongoing developments, trends, and issues in instruction in the scientific and community college environment and the field of chemistry. Encourage students to engage in research projects and the Science club. Write letters of recommendation for students. The responsibility and duties of the instructor may change as the needs of the college change.

Duties & Responsibilities

To instruct students effectively in the facts, skills, and appreciations pertaining to the assigned Chemistry courses.
To submit 10th day and midterm roster verifications, final grade reports, deficiency notices, attendance records, and any other reports pertaining to the assigned courses.
To consider the personal and educational needs of students and assist them by seeking help from other college services.
To inform students of educational and occupational opportunities within the fields of Chemistry, related fields and professional programs.
To assist the Dean and other administrators in the development of the curriculum, preparation of course outlines, and selection of textbooks.
To participate in college committee(s).
To participate in academic advising.
To stay abreast of ongoing developments, trends, and issues in chemistry instruction at the community college.
To develop an annual professional development plan.
To assist in departmental program review.
To perform other duties as assigned by the Dean of Arts and Sciences.
Help equip and maintain the chemistry laboratory.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Dean and the Department Chair.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

Master’s degree in Chemistry or a master’s degree in a related discipline with a minimum of 18 graduate semester credit hours in Chemistry.
Demonstrated knowledge of chemistry principles and the ability to teach assigned courses, which may include introductory, general, and organic chemistry.
Ability to provide effective classroom and laboratory instruction using teaching methods that support students with varied academic backgrounds and learning needs.
Knowledge of laboratory safety practices, proper chemical handling and storage, and hazardous waste procedures.
Ability to develop course materials, laboratory activities, and assessments aligned with course learning outcomes.
Ability to assess student learning and use results to improve instruction.
Effective oral and written communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
Proficiency in instructional technology and the ability to use a learning management system.
Demonstrated commitment to student success and to serving a diverse community college population.
Ability to collaborate effectively with faculty, staff, and administrators.
Ability to demonstrate Morton College’s core values of Respect, Compassion, Equity, Accountability, Innovation, and Excellence.

Preferred Qualifications

Academic preparation and college-level teaching experience in organic chemistry.
Academic qualifications and ability to teach in a related discipline.
Teaching experience in a community college setting.
Experience supporting students from diverse cultural, linguistic, and academic backgrounds.
Experience using instructional technology, including the Blackboard Learning Management System (LMS), to enhance teaching and learning.
Experience using Vernier probes for laboratory instruction and data collection.
Experience operating and maintaining Fourier-transform infrared (FTIR), ultraviolet-visible (UV-Vis), and nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectrometers.
Experience mentoring students conducting student-led research projects.

Core Values

Compassion | Equity | Accountability | Innovation | Excellence