Chemistry Adjunct Professor

Job Description

Chemistry Adjunct Professor

The Institution:


St. John's established in 1870, has two New York City campuses; international locations in Rome, Italy; Limerick, Ireland; and Paris, France; and study abroad locations around the world. The Princeton Review and other top rankings consistently recognize the University's outstanding academics, diverse student body, dynamic internship and volunteer opportunities, focus on student life, and diverse study abroad offerings. St. John's University offers more than 100 undergraduate and graduate programs in its six colleges and schools, with a growing number of programs offered online. The University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and 12 other major academic and professional associations.


Commitment to Inclusion:


As a Catholic and Vincentian university, St. John's is committed to institutionalizing practices of inclusive excellence to ensure that we welcome and celebrate the intrinsic worth of all members of our community. We will become an even stronger university as we enhance equity at every level of our institution. Our graduates will excel in the competencies and values required for leadership and service in a rapidly evolving world.


Division/Department Information:


The Department of Chemistry at the Queens campus of St. John's University, located in New York City, is seeking applicants for adjunct instructor positions in foundational first- and second-year chemistry courses. We are specifically looking for instructors to teach general chemistry and organic chemistry lecture, laboratory, and recitation sections.


The Department of Chemistry offers both B.S. and M.S. degrees. We have twelve tenured/tenure-track faculty members, all of whom maintain active research and scholarly programs. The department graduates approximately 10 ACS-certified B.S. chemistry majors and five M.S. students per year. There is an active ACS Student Chapter and seminar program with weekly meetings.


The department is well equipped with modern instrumentation, including a 400 MHz NMR, ICP, GC-MS, GC-FID, UV-vis, fluorescence, LC-MS, HPLC, and FTIR instruments. More information about the Department can be found at


Responsibilities:


The Department of Chemistry is seeking adjunct instructors for one-semester appointments, with the possibility of renewal. Successful candidates will primarily teach foundational first- and second-year courses in organic chemistry and general chemistry, including lecture, laboratory, and recitation sections.


Successful candidates will demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence in undergraduate chemistry teaching. Candidates with experience teaching diverse learners and those who have demonstrated a commitment to anti-racism, inclusivity, and equity in their pedagogy or pedagogical plans are especially encouraged to apply.


Qualifications:

Applicants should have an M.S. in chemistry or are currently pursuing an advanced degree in chemistry or a closely related field. Candidates should have the ability to teach foundational undergraduate chemistry courses, particularly in organic chemistry and general chemistry lectures, laboratory, and recitation settings.


Successful applicants will support our vision that academic excellence requires a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Demonstrated excellence or promise in teaching chemistry is strongly encouraged.


Application Process:


Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae, the names and contact information for three references, and their available days and hours for the fall semester to the Department Chairperson, Dr. Elise Megehee, at View email address on click.appcast.io.


Review of applications will begin immediately. Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled and will be kept on file for consideration in subsequent semesters. Applications from women and members of minoritized communities are highly encouraged.


In compliance with NYC's Pay Transparency Act, the per credit salary for this position is $1803. St. John's University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.


St. John's University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. I understand that any offer of employment is subject to receipt by St. John's University of satisfactory references, verification of employment and education.