Seminole State College of Florida is accepting applications for a full-time Chemistry Associate Professor in our beginning Fall Term 2021. This is a bargaining unit position on track for continuing contract. The contract length is 164 days (teaching 18 credit hours in each of Fall and Spring); however, other contract lengths, may be available depending on department needs. We are seeking dedicated, enthusiastic teaching applicants who exhibit a high degree of professionalism, a strong commitment to our students, and the demonstrated ability to motivate and educate in an engaging manner. Teaching responsibilities consist of Chemistry related courses.

Seminole State College of Florida is located in the northern Orlando metropolitan area and since 1965 has been committed to advancing our region’s educational and economic vitality through promoting academic excellence, encouraging student success, and changing lives. Seminole State College is the 8th largest State College in the Florida Public College System with 4 vibrant campus locations, student enrollment exceeding 30,000, and over 2,000 dedicated faculty and staff. Employees at Seminole State College advance their careers in a rewarding culturally diverse environment that cultivates the leaders of tomorrow with the skills they need today.

Salary is based on education and related work experience in accordance with the Salary Schedule in Article 26 of the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

In addition to a competitive salary Seminole State College offers an attractive total rewards package including: a variety of health insurance plan options, fully paid dental and life insurance coverage; tuition reimbursement for employees and qualified dependents, professional development opportunities great work-life balance including time off when the College is closed, paid holidays and sick leave. In addition, employees participate in the Florida Retirement System and have several retirement options. The College pays a percentage towards retirement, based on the employee's selected plan.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Master’s degree in Chemistry from a regionally accredited institution

OR

Master’s degree with at least 18 graduate semester hours in any combination of the following qualifying fields from a regionally accredited institution:

• Biochemistry
• Chemistry
• Environmental Sciences
• Food Sciences
• Forensics
• Materials Science
• Pharmacy

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Demonstrated understanding of the learning centered approach to teaching desired.

Experience utilizing technology and innovative pedagogy to deliver exceptional teaching and learning desired.

Teaching experience desired.

PhD in Chemistry from a regionally accredited institution.

Experience teaching and/or a degree in Organic Chemistry.

To ensure full consideration, all of the following documents are required to be submitted along with the completed online application by the closing date:

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Transcripts showing the date of degree conferral (unofficial copies accepted)
• Letters of recommendation are strongly encouraged

Seminole State College is an equal opportunity employer and strictly prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, pregnancy, national origin, ethnicity, age, sex, gender, veterans’ or military status, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, or any other factor protected under applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations in its programs, activities, and employment.