Adj - Credit Instructor

Virginia Commonwealth University- College of Humanities and Sciences; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 1,633,179 - 2,326,043; Part time

Job summary

A leading academic institution in Virginia is seeking adjunct faculty for the 2025-2026 academic year to teach Chemistry. Responsibilities include meeting course guidelines, grading assignments, and responding to student inquiries. Candidates must possess a terminal degree in Chemistry or a related field. This position offers competitive pay and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Terminal degree in Chemistry or a related field required.
• Demonstrated flexibility working with diverse populations.
• Commitment to fostering a respectful academic environment.

Responsibilities

• Meet all designated course instruction guidelines.
• Grade assignments and exams in a timely manner.
• Respond to student inquiries within 24 hours.
• Submit final grades according to College/Department policy.
• Teach lecture, recitation, and/or laboratory courses.

Skills

Experience in teaching Chemistry

Ability to foster a respectful environment

Education

Terminal degree in Chemistry or related field

Ph.D. in Chemistry or related field

Job description

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The Department of Chemistry in the College of Humanities and Sciences at Virginia Commonwealth University is recruiting a pool of adjunct faculty for the 2025-2026 academic year. This pool will be utilized on an as-needed basis. Your application will remain active for a year; you may resubmit your application for the subsequent years. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Meet all designated course instruction guidelines.
• Grade assignments and exams in a timely manner based on instruction/rubric provided.
• Respond to student inquiries within 24 hours.
• Submit final grades according to College/Department policy.
• Teaching Lecture, Recitation and/or laboratory courses.

Qualifications

• Terminal degree in Chemistry or related field.
• Demonstrated experience and flexibility working in and fostering an environment of respect, professionalism, and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from various backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a faculty member of VCU.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience teaching Chemistry.
• Ph.D. in Chemistry or related field.
• Previous experience teaching Chemistry courses at VCU.

Salary Range: $1,437 per credit hour

Benefits: All VCU employee types are eligible for a wide array of benefits to support you during your employment at VCU. Consult the benefits website for information on benefits eligibility according to employee type.

FLSA Exemption Status: Exempt

Rank: Instructor

Contact Information

Contact Name: Suzanne Ruder
Contact Email: [e-mail]