Visiting Laboratory Instructor - Chemistry

Visiting Laboratory Instructor
- Chemistry

Posting Number: S01565JP

Department:
Chemistry

Job Summary:

The Chemistry Department is looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated individual to work closely with supervising faculty to teach laboratory sections in courses including introductory and organic chemistry.

Responsibility include experimental design, laboratory preparation (the generation of laboratory handouts, assembling chemicals, maintaining equipment/instrumentation, and providing for the collection and disposal of all laboratory waste), presenting pre-lab lectures, supervising laboratory sections, scaffolding exploratory student mini-projects, supervising student assistants, providing guidance about data analysis and scientific writing, and grading pre-lab assignments and laboratory reports.

This is a full time, academic year position that has a two year appointment.

The hiring range for this position is expected to be: $60,

• A variety of health insurance plans (Medical, Vision,Dental)
• Generous Retirement Plan - 401(a) and 403(b)
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off: 20 days of vacation per calendar year, 12 days of personal/sick time
• Paid Holidays and Special Days Off: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..html
• Paid Parental Leave (Available after one year of service)
• Household access to many of the College's facilities includingthe gym and pool
• Free fitness and wellness classes!
• And more: https://.html

• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to provide individual and group instruction with sensitivity to different learning styles.
• The successful candidate will be able to integrate into a cohort of Lab Instructors in Chemistry and Biochemistry.

1-3 years of experience required teaching labs using laboratory equipment and techniques.

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications in this posting to be considered for hire.

• Monday
  - Friday 8:30am - 5:30pm
• Some weekends or evening hours may be required.
• This is an exempt position requiring the time commitment necessary to successfully complete job requirements.
• This is a full time position during the academic year (0.81
  
  FTE, 40hrs/42 weeks)
• Twoyear appointment

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N/A

Full Time Academic Year

Yes

Salaried

Faculty/Administrative

No

07/01/2026

No

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