Job Details

Full Time Chemistry Instructor

Position Number: 7088296
Location: Pasadena, CA
Position Type: Science - Chemistry

Full Time Chemistry Instructor

Pasadena City College

Salary: $8,679.71 - $12,891.97 MonthlyContract Monthly Faculty

Job Type: Full-Time Faculty

Job Number: 09954

Location: Pasadena, CA

Department: Instruction

Closing: 5/7/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Full-Time Instructor - Tenure-Track 10-Month Position
The Natural Sciences Division at Pasadena City College (PCC) invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Chemistry Instructor commencing with the 2026-2027 academic year. The teaching responsibility is for Chemistry classes that serve both STEM majors and non-STEM majors, as well as allied health majors. We welcome candidates from all areas of specialization in Chemistry. Assignments may include teaching at both the main campus and off-site locations, with schedules that may occur Monday through Saturday, including mornings and evenings, based on student and program needs.

We are committed to helping all students achieve their educational goals, including those of every race, religion, gender, ethnicity, veterans, people with disabilities, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community, regardless of background and level of preparation. We are looking for candidates with a commitment to mentoring students from underrepresented demographics in the sciences who can create a welcoming classroom culture and positively engage in our diverse student population.

At Pasadena City College, we celebrate and respect the racial, social, economic, academic and cultural diversity including students with different ability statuses.

We seek candidates whose experience, teaching, and/or service advance anti-racism, anti-oppression, equity, and justice.
We welcome candidates whose experiences have facilitated their understanding of traditionally under represented racial minority communities.
Faculty are expected to have an inclusive stance on mentoring and engagement that incorporates working with historically marginalized populations.
We seek candidates who have the desire and ability to create a welcoming classroom culture that positively engages and impacts our racially and socially diverse student population.
We seek applications from candidates who can demonstrate experience in teaching and working with individuals from diverse backgrounds and contribute to the College's mission, vision, and core values.
We are committed to achieving equally high outcomes for all students. Successful candidates will share our vision and will work with us to help all students, regardless of background and level of preparation, achieve their educational goals. PCC is a designated Hispanic-serving institution that takes great responsibility in serving our Latinx students while also supporting Black, Asian American and Pacific Islander and Indigenous students towards their educational attainment and economic well-being. Pasadena City College prides itself on faculty contributions through active participation in college-wide governance and the decision-making process.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CHEMISTRY INSTRUCTOR:

Teaches classes in one or more of the following Chemistry classes: Introductory Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, General Chemistry, General Organic and Biochemistry, and Environmental Chemistry.
Participates in professional development activities that support best practices for teaching a diverse population of both major and non-major students.
Participates in the evaluation, revision, and development of the curriculum.
Participates in the recruitment, outreach, and development of internship opportunities for students.
Participates with faculty to develop and assess student learning outcomes. Use the results to improve teaching and learning.
Undertakes the divisional and professional responsibilities of a regular faculty member.
Participates in divisional and college governance activities through committee service and/or other appropriate activities.

PROFESSIONAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES:

Experience and proficiency in current teaching and learning techniques.
Background necessary to teach all levels of Chemistry, including Preparatory Chemistry, General Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, and Chemistry for allied health majors.
Ability to adapt varying pedagogical approaches to meet the needs of students with differing learning modalities and abilities.
Knowledge of learning management systems such as Canvas.
Experience with Student Learning Outcomes and assessment methods.
Outstanding interpersonal skills and a desire and ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, students, and other members of the campus community.
Ability to work in a multi-ethnic environment with students of varying academic preparation and learning styles.
Knowledgeable about culturally sustaining pedagogical techniques and effective practices for engaging African American, Latinx, and Indigenous groups who are historically underrepresented and underserved.
Recent experience working with minoritized students in the classroom and an understanding of how historical patterns of exclusion of these groups within higher education shapes patterns of participation and outcomes.
Willingness to examine and remediate ones instructional, relational, and classroom practices to more effectively engage and support racially minoritized students.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to develop curriculum and assessments independently and in collaboration with colleagues.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Master's degree in Chemistry

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or Biochemistry AND a Master's degree in Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Chemical Physics, Physics, Molecular Biology, or Geochemistry

Valid California Community College Instructor Credential in Chemistry

The equivalent - Degree must be shown as conferred on transcript. Some degrees may require equivalency. When equivalency is requested, the file will be reviewed by PCC's Equivalency Committee. It is the applicant's responsibility to provide ample documentation to support equivalent qualifications.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

Enthusiasm for teaching.
Experience in teaching chemistry at the community college level (or comparable) to a diverse student body, the majority of which are traditionally underrepresented in the sciences.
Experience in developing and using student-centered lower division chemistry curriculum based on high impact practices to increase student success and completion for students at all levels of college-readiness.
Experience developing curricula that incorporate anti-racist pedagogy, high-impact practices, and effective assessment techniques.
Experience with cross-disciplinary approaches to teaching, particularly those that emphasize social justice issues and civic engagement.
Experience working collaboratively on curriculum development.
Experience engaging students through student-centered and innovative instructional approaches such as project-based learning, community-based learning, and contextualized learning.
Up-to-date experience and/or training in course management systems and online instruction.

THE ASSIGNMENT:

Ten Month, 100% - Tenure-track position beginning August, 2026.

Thirty-four (34) hours per week consisting of a combination of in-class teaching and preparation for teaching; five and one half (5.5) hours of additional time for student conferences; and five and one half (5.5) hours for professional growth and development, College governance and other professional responsibilities. The College has two 16-week semesters and offers a full range of courses beginning at 7:00 a.m. and ending at 11:00 p.m. Faculty must be available to teach anytime within those hours. Faculty may be offered the opportunity to teach classes during winter and summer intersessions.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Successful completion of live scan clearance and TB screening.
Proof of eligibility to work in the United States and signing of loyalty oath per government codes 3100-3109.
Meeting applicable eligibility requirements under CalPERS or CalSTRS if you are a current or former member.
Board of Trustees approval.

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS:

Pasadena City College utilizes an online application process. Hard copy, e-mailed, or faxed resumes are not accepted. You can apply for a position from any computer with Internet access. Applications completed and received by 11:59 p.m. on May 7, 2026 will receive full consideration. Please keep in mind the following:

If you do not follow the process or your application/resume is incomplete, your information will not be processed.
The hiring committee will review, evaluate, and consider applications and supporting materials received by the deadline. Meeting the minimum qualifications for a particular position does not assure the applicant an interview. Itis, therefore, important that the application be thorough and detailed. The District may re-advertise, delay, choose not to fill the position, or choose to fill more than one position.
While the acceptance of the application packet is done through the Applicant Tracking Software (ATS), all hiring decisions are made by a hiring committee.
Positions are full-time (100%) and "open until filled," unless otherwise stated.
The college president will conduct a final interview and recommend a candidate to the Board of Trustees. Once applications are submitted they are final. Please carefully review your application and the documents which you are attaching to make sure that they are free from errors and complete. If you require assistance, please contact the Human Resources office at 626.585.7388. Applicants may expect to be notified. approximately 4 - 5 weeks following the closing date as to the status of their application.

SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS:

For full consideration, all of the following must be submitted along with the online application. An incomplete application packet will not be forwarded to the hiring committee for review.

Curriculum Vitae/Resume
Cover Letter addressing qualifications for this position. Please discuss the ways you meet each of the points listed under "The Responsibilities," "Minimum Qualifications," "Professional Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities" and "Desirable/Preferred" Qualifications.
Equity, diversity, and inclusion statement that describes your past and planned contributions to equity, diversity, and inclusion

After a review of applications received, the District may require the completion and submission of supplemental documents prior to the interview process. A teaching demonstration may be required at the interview stage.

Note: It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure that all application materials are fully and correctly submitted.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Successful applicants must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
Successful completion of background check including Live Scan and Tuberculosis (TB) assessment/screening.
Pasadena Area Community College District will not sponsor any visa applications.
Applicants must be available for interviews at Pasadena City College at no cost to the District.
Applicants who have disabilities may request that accommodations be made in order to complete the selection process by contacting the Office of Human Resources directly at (626) 585-7388.
The Pasadena Area Community College District does not discriminate in the educational programs and activities operated by the District or in employment procedures and practices of the District. The Policies of Title IX as developed to date are available for inspection during normal business hours at the District office at 1570 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA 91106.
Crime awareness and campus security information are available from Campus Police. (Public Law 101-542).
The Pasadena Area Community College District is an equal opportunity employer. The District encourages applications from underrepresented minorities and the disabled.
An applicant, who attempts to contact individual Board members or members of the screening committee with the intent of influencing the decision of the committee or the Board, will be disqualified. General inquiries regarding the position and/or District employment should be directed to the Office of Human Resources.

PASADENA AREA COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICTEqual Opportunity, Title IX, Section 504 Employer

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS

Pasadena City College (PCC) utilizes an online application process. Hard copy, e-mailed, or faxed resumes are not accepted. Job postings will not be reopened due to failure to submit an application before the closing date for any reason. You can apply for a position from any computer with Internet access. Please keep in mind the following:

If you do not follow the process or your application/resume is incomplete, your information will not be processed.
If you need to update any submitted information, you will need to reapply in full. When HR sees duplicate applications, we archive the oldest and the most recent application and materials are considered.
The selection advisory committee will review, evaluate, and consider applications and supporting materials received by the deadline. Meeting the minimum qualifications for a particular position does not assure the applicant an interview.
While the acceptance of the application packet is done through PCC's Applicant Tracking System (ATS), all hiring decisions are made by a hiring committee.
Once applications are submitted, they are final. Please carefully review your application and the documents which you are attaching to make sure that they are free from errors and complete. If you require assistance with your application, please refer to the application guide or you may contact NeoEd Customer Support at 855-524-5627. Customer Support is available Monday - Friday, 6 a.m. - 6 p.m. (PST).

All materials listed below may be required for your application packet to be considered complete:

Resume or Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter

After a review of applications received, the District may require the completion and submission of supplemental documents prior to the interview process.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Successful applicants must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
Successful completion of background check including Live Scan and Tuberculosis (TB) assessment/screening.
Pasadena Area Community College District will not sponsor any visa applications.
Applicants must be available for interviews at Pasadena City College at no cost to the District.
Applicants who have disabilities may request that accommodations be made in order to complete the selection process by contacting the Office of Human Resources directly at (626) 585-7388.
The Pasadena Area Community College District does not discriminate in the educational programs and activities operated by the District or in employment procedures and practices of the District. The Policies of Title IX as developed to date are available for inspection during normal business hours at the District office at 1570 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA 91106.
Crime awareness and campus security information are available from Campus Police. (Public Law 101-542).
The Pasadena Area Community College District is an equal opportunity employer. The District encourages applications from underrepresented minorities and the disabled.
An applicant, who attempts to contact individual Board members or members of the screening committee with the intent of influencing the decision of the committee or the Board, will be disqualified. General inquiries regarding the position and/or District employment should be directed to the Office of Human Resources.

PASADENA AREA COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT
Equal Opportunity, Title IX, Section 504 Employer

To apply, please visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/pasadenaedu/academic/jobs/5300834/full-time-chemistry-instructor

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