Chemistry Instructor

Posting Summary Working Title:
Chemistry Instructor

Role Title:
9-month Teaching Faculty

Role Code:
01015-SW

FLSA:
Exempt

Pay Band:
00

Position Number:
283F0289

Agency:
J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College

Agency/Division:
J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College (Div)

Work Location:
Henrico - 087

Hiring Range:
Salary commensurate with the education and experience of the applicant; maximum salary is $75,000.00.

Emergency/Essential Personnel:
No

EEO Category:
I-Faculty

Full Time or Part Time:
Full Time

Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-:
Yes

Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?:
No

Work Schedule:
Monday-Friday; as provided by supervisor.

Sensitive Position:
No

Job Description: Reynolds is one of the largest community colleges in Virginia and serves Virginias capital city and five nearby counties. Annually, our four campus sites serve approximately 13,000 credit students and provide training for 7,400 students through the Community College Workforce Alliance. Reynolds is committed to hiring and retaining a racially diverse, culturally competent staff at all levels of the organization who reflect the demographics of our students. We also believe in providing an ongoing investment in our faculty and staff to deepen their skills and competencies to serve the full range of our student population.

The Chemistry faculty member supports the mission of J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College and the School of STEM by providing high-quality, inclusive instruction in chemistry and related disciplines. The position contributes to equitable student outcomes by designing engaging classroom and laboratory experiences that prepare students for transfer, workforce pathways, and careers in science-related fields. Responsibilities include curriculum development, laboratory instruction and safety compliance, student advising, program assessment, and engagement with industry and academic partners to ensure program relevance and quality. Faculty are expected to uphold the colleges values of access, equity, and excellence while fostering a safe and collaborative learning environment that supports the success of all students.

Special Assignments:

May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSA's/Required Qualifications:

• Masters degree in chemistry; or a masters degree with eighteen (18) graduate semester hours in Chemistry.

Additional Considerations:

• Demonstrated experience teaching general chemistry and laboratory courses, or concepts.
• Knowledge of analytical techniques, instrumentation, and laboratory safety protocols.
• Experience developing curriculum for lecture and lab formats (in-person and/or online)
• Experience using a learning management system (e.g., Canvas) to support instruction
• Experience supporting diverse populations
• Demonstrated ability to build partnerships with industry or transfer institutions

Operation of a State Vehicle:
No

Supervises Employees:
Yes

Required Travel:
Travel between campuses as needed.

Posting Detail Information Posting Number:
FAC_1954P

Recruitment Type:
General Public - G

Number of Vacancies:
1

Position End Date (if temporary):

Job Open Date:
05/27/2026

Job Close Date:
06/10/2026

Open Until Filled:

Agency Website:
www.reynolds.edu

Contact Name:

Email:
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Phone Number:

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Additional Information:

Background Check Statement Disclaimer:

The selected candidates offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealths Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link:

EEO Statement:
The Virginia Community College System ( VCCS ) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.

ADA Statement:
The Virginia Community College System ( VCCS ) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts ( ADA and ADAAA ), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.

E-Verify Statement:

VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.

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