Adjunct Faculty – Organic Chemistry II Lecture & Lab

University of New England; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 35,000 - 58,000; Part time

Job summary

University of New England is seeking an Adjunct Faculty member to teach Organic Chemistry II online, including lecture and lab components, for the College of Professional Studies. The role focuses on asynchronous and synchronous engagement with online students, providing expert instruction and timely communication.

The ideal candidate will have graduate-level knowledge, a track record in curriculum development, and enthusiasm for online education.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching online in an educational setting.
• Curriculum development and assessment expertise.
• Passion for teaching Organic Chemistry.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert and graduate level knowledge in Organic Chemistry II.
• Guide students through their educational experience and CPS commitments.
• Respond to student inquiries within 24 hours.
• Facilitate online class instruction via the course portal at least 5 times per week.
• Host a minimum of one hour of virtual office hours per week.
• Demonstrate excellent collaboration and communication skills.
• Willingness to analyze best practices in online Organic Chemistry education.

Skills

Online teaching

Curriculum development

Assessment

Brightspace/D2L

Education

Master's degree in Organic Chemistry

PhD preferred

Tools

Brightspace/D2L LMS

Job description

Adjunct Faculty – Organic Chemistry II Lecture & Lab

Position Title Adjunct Faculty – Organic Chemistry II Lecture & Lab

Employment Status

Part Time

Months

Campus

Remote

Description

Adjunct Faculty within the College of Professional Studies ( CPS ) are critical to the success of UNE's online programs. The role of the faculty in CPS is to facilitate the learning process for online students through timely and effective instruction and communication. Instructors also serve as mentors, sharing their experience to help guide students and ensure they achieve their educational and professional goals. The faculty facilitates the retention of students through creating a positive educational environment, allowing for students to derive the maximum benefits from the program in which they are enrolled. Instructors will receive supervision, collaboration, and guidance from the UNE Online Science Prerequisites for the Health Professions ( SPHP ) Program.

Responsibilities

Faculty are responsible for:

• Providing expert and graduate level knowledge in Organic Chemistry II
• Guiding students through their educational experience while upholding and adhering to the CPS commitment to student success
• Providing timely response to student inquiries, within 24 hours
• Facilitating class instruction by engaging in the online course portal a minimum of 5 times per week
• Hosting a minimum of one hour of virtual office hours per week
• Having excellent collaborative and communication skills
• Willingness to analyze best practices in online Organic Chemistry education

Qualifications

The ideal candidate has experience teaching online in an educational setting, has demonstrated expertise in curriculum development and assessment, and has a passion for teaching Organic Chemistry.

• Master's degree in Organic Chemistry (or similar) – PhD preferred
• A minimum of three years teaching experience in the area of Organic Chemistry
• A desire to motivate and encourage students in academic and professional settings
• Expertise teaching online and the desire to learn and apply new technological approaches to education
• Experience using the Brightspace/D2L Learning Management system preferred

EEO Statement Summary

Consistent with federal and state law and University policy, the University of New England is committed to the fundamental concept of equal opportunity for all of the members of the University community. The University prohibits, and will not tolerate, discrimination in employment, the provision of academic services or in any other area of University life based on race, color, sex, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, ethnicity, genetic information, HIV status, or status as a veteran. Prohibited bias factors should not motivate decisions regarding students, employees, applicants for admission, applicants for employment, contractors, volunteers or participants in and/or users of institutional programs, services, and activities.

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Anticipated Pay Range

Anticipated Pay Range Compensation is based on student enrollment: $260 per student for classes with fewer than 15 students, or a flat rate of $3,900 for classes with 15-25 students.

Posting Number

2022F0335P

Open Date

08/13/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

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