Adjunct Faculty Open Rank - Chemistry

The City University of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 154,291 - 166,689; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension and retirement benefits

Paid parental leave

Savings programs

Job summary

The City University of New York is inviting applications for part-time faculty positions at LaGuardia Community College, specializing in college-level Chemistry courses for the Fall 2026 semester. Responsibilities include developing lectures and lab instruction, grading, and guiding students.

The ideal candidates should have a Ph.D. or Master’s degree in the relevant field, showcasing proven teaching effectiveness. CUNY provides a competitive compensation package, including health insurance and mentoring for research and publication.

Qualifications

• proven teaching effectiveness.
• Scholarship or achievement in the field.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver lecture and laboratory instruction.
• Assessments, grading, and student guidance.

Skills

Teaching effectiveness

Chemistry expertise

Education

Ph.D. in chemistry or related field

Master’s degree or enrollment in a graduate program

Job description

Faculty Vacancy Announcement

LaGuardia Community College is inviting applications for part‑time faculty positions in the Natural Sciences Department, teaching college‑level Chemistry courses for the Fall 2026 semester, starting September 1, 2026.

Responsibilities

Develop and deliver lecture and laboratory instruction for SCC 110 Foundation of Chemistry, including assessments, grading, and student guidance. Course topics include measurement and significant figures, atomic structure, elements and compounds, chemical reactions, stoichiometry, solutions, acids and bases, classification of simple organic compounds, and biomolecules.

Qualifications

• Adjunct Assistant Professor: Ph.D. in chemistry or related field, proven teaching effectiveness, scholarship or achievement.
• Adjunct Lecturer: Master’s degree or enrollment in a graduate program in a relevant field, proven teaching effectiveness, scholarship or achievement.

Compensation

• Adjunct Lecturer: $112.50 per hour.
• Adjunct Assistant Professor: $120.83 per hour.

CUNY offers a competitive compensation and benefits package covering health insurance, pension and retirement benefits, paid parental leave, and savings programs. Mentoring and support for research, scholarship, and publication are also provided.

Application Requirements

Submit a CV/resume and statement of scholarly interests.

EEO Statement

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.

Other Information

Job ID: 32376
Location: LaGuardia Community College
Job Type: Part‑time