Chemistry Faculty

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Job Description

​Rochester Community and Technical College is accepting applications for an Unlimited, Full-time, Chemistry Faculty position. This position will become unlimited upon completion of the required probationary period.  

Duties Include: 

• Deliver lecture and lab instruction. 

• Participate in department and college curriculum development. 

• Conduct classroom assessment and evaluation activities. 

• Participate in committee assignments and college-wide initiatives. 

• Engage in professional development activities. 

• Advocate on behalf of students, program and college. 

Salary Range:

Current Salary Range is $43,067 to $94,542. Placement within the range depends on an evaluation of education and experience.  

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's degree with a major in Chemistry or
• Master's degree in any discipline/field with a minimum of 18 graduate semester credits (27 graduate quarter credits) in computer science.

Preferred Qualifications 

• Teaching experience at the two-year college level.   
• Expertise in teaching general and introductory chemistry. 
• Demonstrated commitment to quality instruction and continuous improvement. 
• Experience with laboratory technology for instruction. 
• Experience in assessment of student learning that includes a variety of summative and formative strategies. 
• Experience in or demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse and equity-focused working and learning environment. 
• Demonstrated commitment to the mission, vision, and values of community and technical colleges. 
• Exceptional team player who is willing to devote time to students and the department.

Other Requirements:

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter
• Three (3) professional references 
• Unofficial transcript(s) with the ability to provide official transcripts upon hire

Expectations of Faculty

A faculty member’s work assignment includes a number of diverse professional responsibilities. Classroom teaching and other contacts with students form the core of the faculty work assignment. Additionally, professional development and service to the college are the other core components of a faculty member’s work assignment. A faculty member will plan to engage in such activities as: student advising, course evaluation, classroom preparation, the evaluation of student performance, committee assignments, classroom research and community service as part of overall work assignment. 

About

Established in 1915, RCTC is the largest higher education provider in the fastest-growing city in Minnesota, serving more than 7,500 students a year in credit courses and nearly 4,000 in non-credit continuing and workforce education programs. RCTC combines the best in liberal arts, technical, and life-long learning with more than 70 credit-based programs and over 100 credential options. RCTC’s expansive 518-acre campus includes university partnerships, a diverse student body, and a vibrant student life program. RCTC provides a unique learning environment that offers the feel of a four-year university campus with the commitment to access and opportunity of a two-year college.

RCTC is a member of Minnesota State—a higher education system that includes 24 two-year community and technical colleges and seven state universities serving more than 430,000 students. It is the fifth-largest higher education system of its kind in the United States.

Benefits 

At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc.  We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.

Non-discrimination/equal opportunity

Rochester Community and Technical College acts affirmatively in aggressively soliciting applications and hiring members of protected groups, including women, minorities, veterans, and disabled persons. We apply equal opportunity in our hiring process and provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Persons in protected classes are encouraged to apply. Please assist us in this affirmative action endeavor by encouraging all qualified candidates to apply for vacancies at our institution.

NOTICE: In accordance with the Minnesota State Colleges & Universities Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business, whether using a personal, rental or state vehicle, shall be required to conform to Minnesota State’s vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.

The Annual Security Report includes statistics for the previous three years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by RCTC; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security. You can obtain a copy of this report by contacting Campus Safety or by accessing the following: https://www.rctc.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/2025-Annual-Security-Report-Clery-Report.pdf

Benefits Information:

At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc.  We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.

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