Description
Teach assigned undergraduate chemistry courses as a part-time adjunct, focusing on the chemical and physical properties of matter and methods of qualitative and quantitative analysis. Develop and deliver instruction, assess learning, maintain accurate records, and ensure a safe laboratory environment in alignment with departmental standards and institutional policies.
- • Prepare and deliver lectures and class activities for assigned chemistry courses.
- • Supervise and coach students during laboratory sessions.
- • Evaluate and grade coursework, labs, exams, and assignments with timely feedback.
- • Create, administer, proctor, and grade examinations.
- • Maintain accurate attendance, grades, and required records in the LMS.
- • Prepare syllabi, schedules, homework, and learning materials aligned to departmental outcomes.
- • Hold regular office hours and provide course-related advising.
- • Align course content and assessments with departmental curricula; suggest revisions as needed.
- • Mentor and oversee teaching or lab assistants when assigned.
- • Stay current in chemistry and evidence-based teaching practices.
- • Facilitate inclusive, engaging classroom and online discussions.
- • Uphold academic integrity and report incidents per policy.
- • Provide guidance on academic pathways and careers; refer students to advisors when appropriate.
- • Collaborate with course leads, lab managers, and colleagues on instruction and assessment.
- • Attend required orientations, trainings, and adjunct meetings.
- • Support student recruitment or outreach activities as assigned.
- • Submit grades and required instructional reports by deadlines.
- • Comply with institutional policies, accessibility requirements, and FERPA.
- • Establish, teach, and enforce laboratory safety rules and chemical hygiene.
- • Ensure proper use of chemicals, PPE, and equipment; report hazards and incidents.
- • Request or coordinate needed instructional materials and lab preparations.
- • Participate in limited departmental service or committees when required.
- • Write letters of recommendation for students upon request.
- • Curate supplementary readings and resources for outside study.
- • Communicate promptly with students via approved channels and LMS.
- • Maintain an orderly classroom and ensure lab cleanup after sessions.
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Last reviewed: Jan 2026
