Adjunct Instructor (Chemistry)

tamus; Prairie View (TX); On-site; USD 18,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Prairie View A&M University seeks an Adjunct Instructor (Chemistry) to teach laboratory and lecture components for Fall 2026. The role is a part-time, non-tenure track position within the Department of Chemistry.

Faculty will handle course delivery, grading, and student support, with office hours scheduled weekly. Required education includes a Masters in Chemistry and 1–2 years of teaching experience in an applied field; a PhD is preferred.

Qualifications

• Masters in Chemistry with 1–2 years of teaching experience in an applied field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to use technology to teach.

Responsibilities

• Teach college level chemistry courses.
• Keep records and post grades (mid-term and final).
• Post and maintain regular office hours.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the department head.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Multitasking

Teamwork

Education

Masters in Chemistry

Ph.D. in Chemistry

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Title: Adjunct Instructor (Chemistry)

Agency

Prairie View A&M University

Department

Department Of Chemistry

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Prairie View, Texas

Job Type

Faculty

Job Description

Important Immigration information:

A Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025, imposes a $100,000 fee on new H-1B petitions filed after September 21, 2025. Please be advised that Texas A&M University will NOT pay this fee. Therefore, if you need immigration sponsorship for your employment, we recommend that you consult with your private immigration counsel at your own expense to ascertain whether your current immigration status would make a potential offer of employment from Texas A&M University subject to this fee.

In addition, on January 27, 2026, Texas Governor Abbot issued a moratorium on the filing of any new H-1B unless approved by the Texas Workforce Commission. Accordingly , if you will now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status this moratorium may affect our ability to employ you should you be selected as the final candidate .

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The salary is determined in accordance with the University's compensation structure and will be commensurate with the candidates' education and experience, within the assigned salary range for this position.

This part-time non-tenure track position will teach laboratory courses in Chemistry for the Fall 2026 semester.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for teaching college level courses in chemistry.
• Keep records, post grades (mid-term & final), submit attendance.
• Post and maintain regular office hours.
• Other duties as assigned by department head.

Required Education & Experience

• Masters in Chemistry.
• 1-2 years of teaching experience in applied field.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to use technology to teach undergraduate courses.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Chemistry.
• 3 years experience in teaching college level courses in Chemistry.

Job Posting Close Date

Until Filled

Required Attachments

• Resume or Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter

Background Check Requirements

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.