Adjunct Faculty - Chemistry

Inside Higher Ed; Holyoke (MA); On-site; USD 14,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

A community college in Holyoke is seeking an Adjunct Faculty member for Chemistry for Spring 2026. Responsibilities include teaching General Chemistry I and/or II, utilizing active learning methods, and providing support to diverse student populations. Ideal candidates should possess a Master’s Degree in Chemistry or a related field, with experience in higher education preferred. Compensation is $1,397 per credit with no benefits, and the role requires on-campus teaching.

Qualifications

• Commitment to diversity and inclusion in educational settings.
• Familiarity with academic support services.
• Commitment to and ability to work with a diverse faculty, staff and student body.
• Experience teaching in higher education preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach General Chemistry Lecture and/or Laboratory courses.
• Provide timely instruction-related duties in accordance with college policies.
• Utilize active learning methods and diverse instructional strategies.
• Record and report student performance data accurately and timely.
• Engage with students to support learning outcomes and access campus services.

Skills

Ability to work effectively with a diverse faculty, staff & student body

Experience in active learning methods

Curriculum development

Education

Master’s Degree in Chemistry or related area

Job description

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About Holyoke Community College

Holyoke Community College is housed on a multi-million-dollar, 135-acre campus, equipped with state-of-the art technology in specialized learning facilities. HCC serves over 9,000 students annually, and provides a variety of recreational and cultural activities, from sports programs to music festivals, for students and community members alike. The college's strongest assets continue to be an innovative spirit, a sincere concern for students and a commitment to strive for even greater success. These are the values which have created a tradition of excellence spanning more than six decades, and which are enabling Holyoke Community College to meet today's challenges.

Mission: Educate. Inspire. Connect.

Values: Kindness, Inclusion, Trust, Innovation & Collaboration

Kindness, inclusion and trust are the foundation of the work that we do together. Innovation and collaboration enable us to explore and implement the ideas that will shape our future.

Holyoke Community College invites adjunct applications to teach General Chemistry Lecture and/or Laboratory courses (on campus) for Spring, 2026 in the BST Division, under the direction of the Chair of the Department and/or Division Dean.

Adjunct faculty provide a quality learning experience for Holyoke Community College students on a semester basis. Adjunct faculty report to a Dean and perform instruction-related duties and responsibilities in a timely manner and in accordance with the mission, policies and procedures of the college. The relationship of the adjunct faculty member to the student is one of teacher and facilitator of learning.

Courses: General Chemistry I and/or II.

The adjunct faculty member will distribute and review the course syllabus during the first class meeting. The adjunct faculty shall forward the dean no later than the end of the first (1st) week of classes in each session a course syllabus.

The adjunct faculty member will utilize active learning methods and use a variety of instructional strategies designed to assist the learner in meeting the objectives of the course. Such activities can include, but are not limited to: a.) Cooperative learning. b.) Experiential learning, c.) Writing for learning and/or Critical thinking initiatives.

The adjunct faculty member will remain abreast of ongoing developments and practices in his/her professional content area(s).

The adjunct faculty member will arrange for the acquisition and preparation of appropriate materials and equipment in a timely manner necessary to meet course objectives in collaboration with the area dean.

The adjunct faculty member will be prompt and accurate in the recording and reporting of student data including assessment of student performance; including final grade reports.

The adjunct faculty members will be supportive of students' learning goals by: a.) Focusing on student learning outcomes b.) Taking into account the needs and abilities of the students c.) Becoming familiar with academic and social support.

Making reasonable provisions to accommodate individual differences.

Maintaining the academic integrity of the college.

Making himself/herself available to assist students in achieving their learning goals.

The faculty member is aware of and recommends campus services to students as needed. These include library services, the library home page on the College site, financial aid, counseling, supplemental instruction, etc.

Adjunct Faculty are expected to attend all scheduled classes. If it is necessary for the adjunct faculty member to miss a class, he/she will follow appropriate procedures by notifying the supervisor or the supervisor's designee and is responsible by providing an alternate assignment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Chemistry or related area;
• Commitment to and demonstrated ability to work effectively with a diverse faculty, staff & student body.

Equivalency Statement: We welcome and encourage applicants who do not meet the qualifications as stated above, to put in writing precisely how their background and experience have prepared them for the responsibilities of this position. It is preferred that this document be uploaded separately from the resume, cover letter, and references.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching in higher education.

Adjunct Faculty - MCCC Unit Position

Compensation: DCE $1,397.00 Per Credit; no benefits.

Funding: State.

Start Date: Spring, 2026.

Location: HCC Campus; must be available to teach on campus.

Disability Accommodations

Holyoke Community College is committed to the full inclusion of individuals with disabilities and will ensure the availability of reasonable accommodations. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the Office of People and Talent at [phone].

Background Check

• Employment is contingent upon the successful completion and review of a background check which will include CORI (Criminal Offender Record Information) and SORI (Sex Offender Registry Information).
• All candidates must have legal authorization to work in the United States. HCC is not sponsoring H1B Visa.

Holyoke Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran status, genetic information, gender identity or sexual orientation in its programs and activities as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and college policies. The College prohibits sexual harassment, including sexual violence. Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination, harassment, retaliation or sexual violence shall be referred to the College’s Affiant Action and/or Title IX Coordinator, the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination, the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission or the United States Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights.