Adjunct, Chemistry and Biochemistry; Lancaster

Position Title

Adjunct, Chemistry and Biochemistry (Lancaster)

Part time

The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at SJU is seeking qualified adjunct faculty to teach undergraduate lecture and/or laboratory sections in General Chemistry or Organic Chemistry or Biochemistry for allied health professionals (e.g. nursing students). The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to teaching excellence at the undergraduate level and possess relevant teaching or professional experience in chemistry, biochemistry, or a closely related field.

Saint Joseph’s University (SJU) offers a wide variety of bachelor's, master's, doctoral, associate and certificate programs. With a commitment to personalized attention through a low faculty to student ratio, SJU may call on the expertise of adjunct instructors to complement the work of full‑time faculty across all of its colleges and schools.

SJU appoints part‑time, non‑tenure track adjunct instructors on a semester‑to‑semester basis with no guarantee of consecutive appointments. Re‑appointment is based on university need, student enrollment, and satisfactory performance. Applicants for these positions are screened on an as‑needed basis throughout the academic year. Teaching responsibilities are assigned by the department chair. Compensation for adjunct instructors is commensurate with educational credentials, professional experience and instructional background.

Adjunct instructors are bound to the terms and conditions of employment at Saint Joseph’s University, including but not limited to the Faculty Handbook. More information about SJU’s academic programs is available online at:(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Adjunct teaching one or more sections of a one semester General, Organic, and Biochemistry (GOB) lecture and/or lab at SJU’s Lancaster Campus within the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry.

• Provide support and guidance to students
• Instruct an assigned course providing syllabi and other instructional materials
• Use university learning management systems to deliver instruction
• Prepare and deliver course materials (lectures, labs, assignments, assessments) in alignment with departmental learning goals
• Maintain course records, grade assignments, and submit final grades in a timely manner
• Provide students with regular feedback on performance and be available during office hours or by appointment
• Adhere to departmental and university policies and deadlines
• Coordinate with course coordinators and laboratory staff as needed

• Master’s degree required

• The preferred candidate will have a Ph.D. in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related field, previous teaching experience at the college level, especially in General or Organic Chemistry, and familiarity with laboratory safety practices and instructional technology such as learning management systems (e.g., Canvas, Blackboard)

• May require standing for long periods of time
• May require talking for long periods of time
• May require carrying course materials

• In‑person only

Adjunct compensation is determined by education and relevant work experience. Learn more about the adjunct pay structure and the University’s approach to pay and benefits transparency.

Saint Joseph’s University may only consider applicants from Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York (not including New York City zip codes), and Delaware (Delaware residents must regularly be present for over 50% of work time on an SJU campus). If an employee must relocate to meet these conditions, financial assistance may be available but is not guaranteed.

Saint Joseph’s University is a private, Catholic, Jesuit institution and we expect members of our community to be knowledgeable about – and to make a positive contribution to – our mission. SJU is an equal opportunity employer that seeks to recruit, develop and retain a talented and diverse workforce. The University is committed to the diversity of its faculty and staff so…