Adjunct Faculty - Organic Chemistry Lab

Bellarmine is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer and encourages applicants with diverse backgrounds to apply.

The Division of Natural and Physical Sciences invites applications for a part-time Organic Chemistry Laboratory Instructor to teach undergraduate organic chemistry laboratory sections during the upcoming academic term, Fall 2026, during the following times: M: 1:00 – 5:00 pm ; W: 1:00 – 5:00 pm.

• Teach assigned undergraduate organic chemistry laboratory sections.
• Prepare students for laboratory activities through brief pre‑lab instruction and demonstrations.
• Supervise students during experiments and ensure proper laboratory safety practices.
• Grade lab reports, quizzes, notebooks, and other assignments in a timely manner.
• Provide constructive feedback to students.
• Communicate regularly with the course instructor, lab coordinator, and department leadership.
• Follow established laboratory procedures, safety protocols, and departmental expectations.
• Assist with setup, cleanup, and organization of laboratory materials as needed.
• Be familiar with common organic chemistry techniques such as reflux, distillation, extraction, recrystallization, chromatography, melting point analysis, spectroscopy, and reaction workup.

• MS in Chemistry.
• PhD in Organic Chemistry/Biochemistry preferred (but not mandatory).
• Appropriate teaching experience.

Please submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references.

Please note:

Visa sponsorship is not provided for this position.