Chemistry Instructor (9 Month) Salary $45,130.00 - $66,173.00 Annually
Location: Wilson, NC
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 2025-45
Division: Faculty - University Transfer
Opening Date: 02/02/2026
Description Wilson Community College is seeking a dynamic and visionary instructor to teach chemistry courses within the University Transfer department. The position requires a teaching load as outlined in the Faculty Handbook.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
• Teaches assigned courses as outlined in the Faculty Handbook. • Develops course syllabi, outlines, and classroom activities for assigned courses. • Reviews and selects appropriate textbooks and instructional materials for assigned courses. • Administers tests or other evaluation methods to students; grades and gives feedback on exercises, homework assignments, and tests. • Monitors, records, and submits student attendance, progress, and grades for assigned courses. • Orders supplies and equipment for assigned courses. • Utilizes the Student Success and Engagement software. • Serves as an academic advisor for assigned students. • Monitors and ensures that students take appropriate courses in the appropriate sequence. • Assists with registration processes. • Contributes to curriculum development by developing and evaluating course content and student learning outcomes. • Maintains contacts with business, industry, and professional organizations to keep instructional programs current with occupational or academic field. • Participates in program reviews. • Participates in the program review process. • Develops, implements, evaluates, and reports annual program goals/outcomes (PLOs).
College-wide Expectations
WCC places a high value on creating an engaged, collaborative campus environment; therefore, employees are required to complete their work hours in person on WCC's campus. By working on campus and in person, employees have greater opportunities to engage with students and co-workers, attend on-site meetings and presentations, recruit students, and support local business and industry partners.
Communicates clearly and frequently in writing and speaking to ensure consistency of purpose and vision.
Works collaboratively with all members of the college community.
Understands and supports the college mission, vision, and values.
Remains current on emerging higher education and division-relevant issues.
Fosters a work environment characterized by transparency, trust, and professionalism.
Retains a focus on the student experience, specifically, ensuring instructional rigor, fostering students' sense of belonging, and developing their soft skills.
Education and Experience
Masters degree in Chemistry or a masters degree with 18 graduate hours in Chemistry from a regionally accredited university or college is required.
At least one year of relevant teaching and/or work experience is preferred.
Unofficial transcripts must be included with your online application before submission or sent directly to Human Resources immediately after applying. Failure to provide transcripts may result in your application not being fully considered.
Wilson Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with the ADA, if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for this position, please notify the Human Resources Office.
Why Join Wilson Community College?
At Wilson Community College, we believe in the power of community, education, and excellence. You'll work in a supportive, mission-driven environment that values integrity, innovation, and collaboration. We offer competitive compensation, state benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.
Longevity Longevity is a yearly lump-sum payment you receive after working 10 years:
Years of Service | Longevity Rate ----------------|---------------- Less than 10 | 0% of Salary 10 but less than 15 | 1.5% of Salary 15 but less than 20 | 2.5% of Salary 20 but less than 25 | 3.25% of Salary 25 or More | 4.5% of Salary
Faculty Leave Faculty members do not earn annual leave. Faculty are required to be on campus 30 hours per week, which includes teaching, holding office hours, advising, committee work, and other events (i.e., registration, professional development, and graduation).
Personal Leave Faculty members earn three (3) personal leave days per fiscal year (7/1-6/30). Personal leave days are not transferable to any other form of leave and are not cumulative.
Sick Leave You earn 12 days per year (8 hours per month). This leave can accumulate indefinitely. When you retire, available sick hours will convert to creditable service with the Retirement System.
Holidays The sum of all paid holidays will not exceed 12 days. Employees may be required to take paid leave or leave without pay for days other than the 12 specified holidays.
New Years M.L. King, Jr. Day Good Friday Memorial Day Independence Day Labor Day Veteran's Day (may be taken at Winter Break) Thanksgiving (2 days) Winter Break
Health Insurance You may join the State Health Plan. There is an employee contribution to the State Health Plan; however, the State pays a portion of the monthly premium as well. Dependents may also be covered. You may elect 70/30 coverage or 80/20 coverage. Upon retirement, coverage may continue; however, it depends on the conditions under which you retire. It should be noted that insurance premiums are expensive, and rates/coverage may change annually. Open enrollment allows for changes to be made to your health coverage, and it is usually conducted in October each year.
Retirement Teachers' and State Employees' Retirement System (TSERS) Six percent of your gross salary as pre-taxed dollars goes into your retirement account monthly. A death benefit of one time's your annual salary (minimum $25,000 and maximum $50,000) is provided to you once you have been in the system for one year. Once you have completed five years in the system, you are considered to be vested.
Unreduced Retirement Benefits are available as follows: Age 65 with 5 years of service Age 60 with 25 years of service Any age with 30 years of service
Disability Income Plan Is provided through TSERS. The plan provides short-term benefits after one year in the system. After a sixty-day waiting period, the plan pays 50% of your salary and longevity up to $3,000 per month for one year. It also provides long-term benefits after you are vested (5 years in the system). The plan pays 65% of your salary and longevity, up to $3,900 per month until the disability ends. Long-term benefits include health coverage and the death benefit. Payments will be reduced if you are receiving social security disability benefits or workers compensation benefits.
Workers Compensation Upon an accidental injury on the job, you will be covered by Workers Compensation. You should notify your supervisor and Human Resources immediately when an accident or injury on the job occurs.
Optional Benefits 401(K), 457,529 College Tuition Plan NC Flex Benefits Colonial Life offers FREE TUITON Full-time college employees may enroll in one curriculum or continuing education course per semester at the College without tuition or registration fee charges.
Personal Observation Day Eligible employees may receive 8 hours of paid leave on a single day of personal significance each calendar year. May include days of cultural and/or religious importance, but it is not limited to those. It may be any day that is significant to the eligible employee.
Foundation YMCA of Wilson Full-time Wilson Community College employees are eligible for a corporate discount with the Foundation YMCA of Wilson.
Application Requirements
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If your master's degree is not in Chemistry, how many graduate hours do you have in Chemistry?
Required Question
Employer: Wilson Community College (NC) Address: PO Box 4305 Wilson, NC, North Carolina, 27893 Phone: 252-246-1263 252-246-1410 Website: https://www.wilsoncc.edu/