Working Title Adjunct- Science Lab Instructor

Role Title 

Role Code 

FLSA Exempt

Pay Band UG

Position Number 293A9999

Agency Virginia Peninsula Community College

Division Virginia Peninsula Community College (Div)

Work Location Hampton - 650

Hiring Range commensurate with experience

Emergency/Essential Personnel No

EEO Category I-Faculty

Full Time or Part Time Part Time

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

Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? 

Work Schedule 

Varies based upon the need of the student body, not to exceed 12 credit hours of instruction per week

Sensitive Position No

Job Description 

Virginia Peninsula Community College is a two-year institution of higher education established as a part of a statewide system of community colleges. It primarily serves the residents of the cities of Hampton, Newport News, Poquoson, and Williamsburg, and the counties of James City and York.

Adjunct Science Lab Instructors at Virginia Peninsula Community College are responsible for delivering instruction, supervision, support, and assessment to students during their lab sessions. These instructors are expected to actively engage in the college’s mission and community. Their primary focus is on hands-on teaching in the lab environment, guiding students through laboratory work and related tasks to help them maximize their potential and growth, both personally and professionally, to become well-rounded individuals, skilled workers, and responsible citizens.

Duties and responsibilities

Teaching Load:

Adjunct Science Lab Instructors may teach up to 12 credit hours of lab sections during the fall and spring semesters, and up to 8 credit hours during the summer semester. The teaching load is determined by student enrollment and staffing requirements. Applicants will be included in a standing pool from which the College will select as needed based on scheduling demands. This appointment does not guarantee continued employment. Lab sessions may be scheduled during the day, evening, or weekends, depending on the College’s needs.

This position is for all science lab courses, including, but not limited to, General Biology, Anatomy and Physiology, Microbiology, General Chemistry, General Physics, College Physics, Geology, and Oceanography. The labs offered and assigned to the selected candidates would be based on the educational and experiential background of the individual applicant.

Essential Functions:

• Prepare, deliver, and supervise instruction of science laboratory section in conjunction with science lecture faculty.
• Responsible for the assessment of science laboratory students and the reporting of those assignments to the science lecture f acuity.
• Provides timely communication with students, staff, and administrators of the College.

Special AssignmentsMay 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 QualificationsQualifications

State the minimum qualifications required to successfully perform the job. These are the qualifications necessary for a potential candidate to be considered.

Required Qualifications:

• Candidate must hold a Bachelor’s Degree or higher in one of the sciences (Biology, Chemistry, Geology, Physics, or degree closely related to one of the sciences listed) from a regionally accredited institution of higher education.
• Can demonstrate a passion for science and a commitment/belief that a diverse group of students from various backgrounds and ages, including adult learners, can learn this discipline, thus fulfilling the College’s mission to change lives and empower students to succeed.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills appropriate for students, colleagues, staff, and administrator interactions as an individual or as a part of a team.
• Willingness to adopt an organized plan of lab instruction and use methods to fairly measure student progress toward student learning outcomes.
• Must be able to work at all campus locations.

Additional ConsiderationsAdditional Considerations

• Teaching experience in a higher education setting.
• Demonstrated proficiency and experience in using instructional technologies and learning management systems (e.g., Canvas) with the ability to use technology to enhance teaching and educational experience.
• Demonstrated ability to measure, assess and align student outcomes within courses or programs.

Operation of a State Vehicle No

Supervises Employees No

Required Travelminimum

Posting Number ADJ_2276P

Recruitment Type General Public - G

Number of Vacancies 1

Position End Date (if temporary) 

Job Open Date 02/10/2025

Job Close Date 12/31/2025

Open Until Filled 

Agency Website vpcc.edu

Contact Name Carla Brooks

Email brooksc@vpcc.edu

Phone Number 7578252913

Special Instructions to Applicants 

Additional Information 

Background Check Statement Disclaimer 

The selected candidate’s 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 Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/

EEO Statement 

The Virginia Community College System, an EEO employer, welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and recognizes the benefits of a diverse workforce. Therefore, the VCCS is committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications. We prohibit discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, mental or physical disabilities, political affiliation, veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors.

ADA StatementThe VCCS is an EOE and Affirmative Action Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), VCCS will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing and selection processes.

E-Verify StatementVCCS 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.

Quicklink for Postinghttps://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/81862

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