Chemistry - Adjunct Instructor (On-Going)

Sacred Heart University’s Department of Chemistry & Physics in the College of Arts & Sciences invites applications for Adjunct Instructors committed to transforming complex chemical concepts into rigorous, hands-on learning experiences that prepare students for advanced study and scientific careers.

From foundational lectures and laboratories to graduate study in analytical chemistry, chromatography, and spectroscopy, adjunct instructors contribute expertise to a department spanning chemistry, biochemistry, molecular biochemistry, and chem-bioinformatics. This opportunity allows instructors to engage students through inquiry, experimentation, modern instrumentation, and the practical application of chemistry to health, research, technology, and industry.

Teaching Opportunities:

Undergraduate teaching opportunities may include:

• General Chemistry laboratories
• Organic Chemistry laboratories
• General, Organic & Biochemistry lectures and laboratories for nursing students

Graduate teaching opportunities may include:

• Analytical Chemistry
• Chromatography
• Spectroscopy

A complete overview of potential teaching assignments is available in the Chemistry & Physics course descriptions.

Requirements:

• A master’s degree or Ph.D. in Chemistry is required for undergraduate teaching assignments.
• Prior teaching experience is required.
• Graduate-level teaching assignments require a Ph.D. in Chemistry and relevant practical experience.
• Candidates must demonstrate a commitment to fostering a collegial and supportive learning environment in which all members of the University community can thrive and succeed.

Application Instructions:

Qualified applicants are invited to submit a letter of interest, current CV, statement of teaching philosophy, and relevant examples from courses taught (if applicable). Upon offer of employment, the selected candidate will be required to provide one formal letter of recommendation on professional letterhead and an official transcript reflecting their highest earned degree.

Review of applications will be ongoing based on the needs of the department. All application materials must be submitted through Sacred Heart University’s online application portal.

Questions regarding this opportunity may be directed to Dr. Linda Farber, Department Chair.