Chemistry Teachers, Postsecondary
SOC Code: 25-1052 Job Zone 5: Extensive Preparation Needed
Teach courses pertaining to the chemical and physical properties and compositional changes of substances. Work may include providing instruction in the methods of qualitative and quantitative chemical analysis. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching, and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Chemistry Teachers, Postsecondary. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA | $204,006,400 | $279,566,560 | $355,124,640 | $430,684,800 |
| Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA | $204,360,000 | $277,715,360 | $351,068,640 | $424,424,000 |
| San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA | $200,720,000 | $273,790,400 | $346,860,800 | $419,931,200 |
| New Haven, CT | $153,857,600 | $238,923,360 | $323,987,040 | $409,052,800 |
| Vallejo, CA | $198,848,000 | $268,625,760 | $338,401,440 | $408,179,200 |
| El Centro, CA | $186,118,400 | $255,659,040 | $325,201,760 | $394,742,400 |
| Madison, WI | $175,531,200 | $248,150,240 | $320,771,360 | $393,390,400 |
| Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA | $183,518,400 | $253,059,040 | $322,601,760 | $392,142,400 |
| Modesto, CA | $183,580,800 | $251,686,240 | $319,793,760 | $387,899,200 |
| Stockton-Lodi, CA | $185,473,600 | $251,971,200 | $318,468,800 | $384,966,400 |
H-1B Filing Data
Top H-1B Employers
| Employer | Filings | Avg Wage |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona State University | 14 | $92,290 |
| RUTGERS, THE STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW JERSEY | 11 | $95,864 |
| Carnegie Mellon University | 10 | $87,911 |
| THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS RIO GRANDE VALLEY | 10 | $59,632 |
| Board of Regents of the University of Nebraska | 10 | $69,904 |
| UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA | 8 | $122,106 |
| University of South Florida | 8 | $74,789 |
| THE UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE | 8 | $85,386 |
| Texas A&M University | 8 | $74,523 |
| The University of Virginia | 7 | $83,686 |
Filing Trend
| Year | Filings | Avg Wage |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 38 | $74,534 |
| 2021 | 43 | $72,903 |
| 2022 | 57 | $78,265 |
| 2023 | 146 | $83,505 |
| 2024 | 221 | $79,332 |
| 2025 | 284 | $81,881 |
| 2026 | 28 | $80,575 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Reading Comprehension | 4.1 | |
| Speaking | 4.1 | |
| Writing | 4.1 | |
| Active Learning | 4.0 | |
| Learning Strategies | 4.0 | |
| Monitoring | 4.0 | |
| Science | 4.0 | |
| Active Listening | 4.0 | |
| Critical Thinking | 4.0 | |
| Instructing | 3.9 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Chemistry | 4.8 |
| English Language | 4.5 |
| Mathematics | 4.5 |
| Education and Training | 4.5 |
| Biology | 3.6 |
| Physics | 3.4 |
| Engineering and Technology | 3.4 |
| Computers and Electronics | 3.3 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| Doctoral degree | 35.3% |
| Other | 31.4% |
| Post-first professional | 25.2% |
| Master's degree | 5.8% |
| Bachelor's degree | 2.1% |
Typical Tasks
- Prepare and deliver lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on topics such as organic chemistry, analytical chemistry, and chemical separation.
- Supervise students' laboratory work.
- Evaluate and grade students' class work, laboratory performance, assignments, and papers.
- Compile, administer, and grade examinations, or assign this work to others.
- Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required records.
- Prepare course materials, such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
- Maintain regularly scheduled office hours to advise and assist students.
- Plan, evaluate, and revise curricula, course content, and course materials and methods of instruction.
Technology Skills
Green = Hot Technology in demand
Google Docs Microsoft Excel Microsoft Office software Microsoft Outlook Microsoft PowerPoint Microsoft Word Auto3DEM Blackboard Learn CCP4 Calendar and scheduling software Collaborative editing software Course management system software DOC Cop Desire2Learn LMS software Email software
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