Chemistry Assistant Professor

The faculty member shall be responsible for the following: teaching assigned classes under the supervision of the area dean; helping students fulfill their maximum potential in mastering course content; assessing student learning outcomes; maintaining a thorough and up-to-date knowledge in their regular teaching field; continuing professional development; utilizing current technology in the performance of job duties; maintaining standards of professional conduct and ethics appropriate to the professional position; assisting with articulation and curriculum development and review; serving on college committees and participating in faculty governance including accreditation and student co-curricular activities; assuming other responsibilities as assigned by the area dean; fulfilling other duties and responsibilities of a full-time faculty member.

The Department of Chemistry at Folsom Lake College is dedicated to fostering a collaborative interdisciplinary environment where faculty with diverse expertise work together to develop coursework and create innovative activities that integrate scientific concepts with real-world applications. With a focus on student success our department encourages creative exploration and critical thinking by bridging traditional Chemistry boundaries with fields such as Food Science Fermentation Science Biology and Art. We cultivate a supportive atmosphere for both staff and students ensuring that everyone regardless of background is welcomed and valued. To support our students growth we offer access to state-of the-art facilities and hands-on learning opportunities preparing them for success in a variety of scientific and professional fields. As a forward-thinking department we are committed to cultivating an inclusive and dynamic educational experience that equips students with the skills necessary to thrive in an increasingly interconnected world.

Faculty may have an opportunity to teach College and Career Access Pathways (CCAP) Dual Enrollment courses for partnerhigh schools and with support from Folsom Lake College staff to provide accessible high-quality education to high schoolstudents earning college credit.

The primary teaching assignment will be for Beginning Chemistry and Introductory Chemistry with the goal of becoming the Lead Full-Time faculty for these courses. Additionally half of the assignment will be allocated to the El Dorado Center. Depending on department needs the assignment may also include first and second semester General Chemistry courses. Instruction will require the operation of instrumentation computers and software commonly used in chemistry laboratories.

Position Salary Information:
Initial maximum salary placement is based on academic degree upper/graduate level units earned and/or related professional occupational experience per the Los Rios College Federation of Teachers Contract(the initial maximum placement is Class V Step 8). For more information on the step placement process pleaseclick here.

The instructional assignment may include but is not limited to teaching the following courses:

• CHEM 300 - Beginning Chemistry
• CHEM 305 - Introduction to Chemistry
• CHEM 400 - General Chemistry I
• CHEM 401 - General Chemistry II

• FLC Programs and Majors

1. Masters in chemistry
   OR
   Bachelors in chemistry or biochemistryANDMasters in biochemistry chemical engineering chemical physics physics molecular biology or geochemistry
   ORthe equivalent*
2. All degrees must be from an accredited institution completed by August 20 2026.
3. Have an equity-minded focus responsiveness and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic socioeconomic cultural disability gender identity sexual orientation and ethnic backgrounds of community college students including those with physical or learning disabilities as it relates to differences in learning styles; and successfully foster and support an inclusive educational and employment environment.

* See Minimum Qualification Requirements

Before You Apply:
Follow the steps below to ensure your application is complete and ready for review. Applicants not following the guidelines below may be disqualified. Do not submit additional materials not requested or you may be disqualified.

Required Application Documents:

1. Los Rios Community College District Application

2. Letter of Interest

3. Resume orCurriculum Vitae

4. Unofficial Transcripts and/or Foreign Transcript Evaluation (see Transcript Requirements)

5. Equivalency Determination Request Form (if applicable - see Minimum Qualification Requirements)

• Degree titles must match the stated qualifications exactly (word-for-word).
• If the degree title differs or if it contains added missing or rearranged words applicants mustsubmit a completed Equivalency Determination Request Form for the application to be considered. See theEquivalency Determination Process webpage for details.
  • Example: If a masters in Psychology is required but the transcript lists Counseling Psychology and that title is not listed in the Minimum Qualifications an Equivalency Determination Request Form must be submitted.
• Previously granted equivalencies mustbe attached for verification. Email for a replacement copy.

• Transcripts must be from an accredited U.S. institutions or approved foreign evaluation agency.
• Foreign transcript evaluations must be issued by an AICE (Association of International Credential Evaluation Inc.) or NACES (National Association of Credential Evaluation Services) member agency. See the Foreign Transcript Evaluation webpage for details.
• Transcripts mustclearly identify the degree(s) being used to meet the Minimum Qualifications.
• If more than one degree is required to meet the Minimum Qualifications (e.g. a bachelors and a masters) transcripts for each degree must be included.
• Transcripts must show the degree title and indicate whether each degree is completed or in progress.
• If the degree is in progress the application must state the month and year the degree is expected to be attained.
• Please include bothundergraduateandgraduatetranscriptswith your application.

• Only information listed on the application and transcripts will be used to verify Minimum Qualifications.
• Applications stating see resumewill be disqualified.
• Applications missing any required documentation will be disqualified.