Adjunct Faculty - Health Sciences

Virginia Wesleyan University; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Batten University in Virginia Beach, VA is seeking a part-time adjunct instructor to teach Chemistry for Health Sciences during the 2026-2027 academic year. The course combines lectures and labs linking inorganic/organic processes to biochemistry and living systems.

The position emphasizes in-person daytime or early evening teaching; Ph.D. preferred with health-sciences teaching experience, otherwise MS or 18 graduate credit hours will be considered. Blackboard familiarity encouraged.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Chemistry or Biochemistry or M.S. with 18 graduate hours in either Chemistry or Biochemistry
• Teaching experience is preferred
• Willingness to learn and use Blackboard, the University Learning Management System.
• Strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide syllabi to students on the first day of class.
• Be on time and prepared for class sessions and grade, provide feedback, and return assignments within a reasonable time period.
• Communicate with students via office hours and email.
• Submit mid-term reports, final grades, and C- reports per guidelines provided by the University Registrar.
• Comply with FERPA regulations.
• Coordinate with Campus support services as needed to support students.

Skills

Teaching experience

Strong communication skills

Willingness to learn Blackboard

Education

Ph.D. in Chemistry or Biochemistry

M.S. with 18 graduate hours in Chemistry or Biochemistry

Tools

Blackboard

Job description

Job Description

Virginia Beach, VA, United States

This is a part-time position teaching laboratory sections for Chemistry for Health Sciences during the 2026-2027 academic year at Batten University. The course is an Integrated lecture and laboratory course that relates basic inorganic and organic chemical processes to those of biochemistry. Explores the nature of atoms and molecules in terms of simple structures and reactions, and the more complex structures of biochemical molecules and their interactions with living systems.

The adjunct instructor will teach in-person during the day or early evening. Preference will be given to candidates with a Ph.D. and demonstrated experience in teaching college level chemistry, especially chemistry for health sciences (pre-nursing students), although candidates with an M.S. or 18 graduate semester hours in Chemistry or Biochemistry will be considered.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Provide syllabi to students on the first day of class.
• Be on time and prepared for class sessions and grade, provide feedback, and return assignments within a reasonable time period.
• Communicate with students via office hours and email.
• Submit mid-term reports, final grades, and C- reports per guidelines provided by the University Registrar.
• Comply with FERPA regulations.
• Coordinate with Campus support services as needed to support students.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Chemistry or Biochemistry or M.S. with 18 graduate hours in either Chemistry or Biochemistry
• Teaching experience is preferred
• Willingness to learn and use Blackboard, the University Learning Management System.
• Strong communication skills.

About Us

Batten University (batten.edu) is Coastal Virginia's premier university of the liberal arts and sciences. Situated on a 300-acre park-like campus in Virginia Beach, Batten University annually enrolls more than 5,000 learners in all programs in all locations, including nearly 1,700 students in undergraduate, graduate and online programs. Students thrive in average class sizes of 12, and nearly 90 percent of new graduates are employed or enrolled in graduate school within one year of graduation. Through its Environmental Guiding Principles, the University incorporates a commitment to sustainability in every aspect of campus life. Batten University is an inclusive community dedicated to scholarship and service grounded in the liberal arts and sciences, inspiring students to build meaningful lives through engagement in Coastal Virginia's dynamic metropolitan region, the nation and the world.

Location

Batten University has often been defined by its desirable and unique location in Coastal Virginia. Located in Virginia Beach, the University is just minutes from the Atlantic Ocean and the Chesapeake Bay on a beautiful 300-acre park-like campus. The area is home to a host of business, governmental, and cultural institutions, as well as rich historical and natural resources. Nestled in the heart of one of Virginia’s largest metropolitan areas, Batten University is physically insulated from the bustle of the city traffic, and yet the vast resources of its surrounding urban area are easily accessible. Our region is proud of its vibrant city life, sandy beaches, and rich history. Learn more at visitvirginiabeach.com/explore.

Statement of Non-Discrimination

Batten University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants are considered on the basis of skills, experience, and qualifications without regard to race, religion, color, creed, gender, national and ethnic origin, age, marital status, covered veteran status, sexual orientation, the presence of non-job-related medical disability, or any other legally protected status.

Job Info

• Job Identification 159
• Job Category Human Resources
• Posting Date 07/27/2026, 08:02 PM
• Degree Level Master's Degree
• Job Schedule Part time
• Locations 5817 Wesleyan Drive, Virginia Beach, VA, 23455, US