Chemistry Adjunct

Oklahoma Christian University; Edmond (OK); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Job summary

A Christian university in Edmond, OK is seeking a part-time Chemistry Adjunct to teach undergraduate courses, including laboratory sections. Applicants should preferably hold a Ph.D. in a chemistry-related field or a relevant master's degree. The role emphasizes diversity and the ability to engage students positively. This is an in-person position, and applications are accepted continuously based on departmental needs.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in a chemistry-related field preferred; master's considered.
• Commitment to diversity and effective communication with students.
• Experience in managing and upgrading laboratory equipment.
• Teach introductory and upper-level courses, including laboratories.
• Manage, maintain, and upgrade laboratory experiments and equipment.
• Design, implement, assess, and continually improve the programs.

Responsibilities

• Teach introductory and upper-level undergraduate courses.
• Manage and maintain laboratory experiments and equipment.
• Design, implement, and assess educational programs.

Skills

Teaching undergraduate courses

Diversity engagement

Laboratory management

Curriculum design

Education

Ph.D. or master's degree in chemistry-related field

Master's degree in Chemistry

Job description

Position

Chemistry Adjunct

Location

Edmond, OK

Job Id: 131

Number of Openings: 1

OC Mission and Purpose

Oklahoma Christian University educates, mentors, and inspires learners to fulfill their God-given potential. OC is committed to hiring employees actively engaged in Christian discipleship as we strive to create an employment culture that encourages faculty and staff to lean into the university’s Christian mission, emphasizing authenticity and unity, not uniformity. We encourage you to explore our beliefs to determine if our mission is your calling.

Oklahoma Christian University invites applications for adjunct faculty positions in several disciplines and assignments to courses for delivery through various modalities, including on-campus and online. Required qualifications vary from department to department, but a discipline-related master's degree or a combination of education and relevant professional experience are generally required. Candidates with terminal degrees and other specialized training are also highly desired.

Adjunct appointments are part‑time (typically one or two courses) and made on a semester‑by‑semester basis but often result in recurring assignments within a regular course rotation. Adjunct openings frequently occur with short notice, so the Oklahoma Christian Human Resources office accepts adjunct applications at all times. This is an on‑campus, in‑person position.

Primary Qualifications

• Ph.D. in a chemistry‑related field preferred. However, a master’s degree will be considered.
• Demonstrated ability and experience to teach undergraduate courses in a variety of areas.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity and the ability to communicate and positively engage students and colleagues across racial, gender, and cultural barriers.
• Teach introductory and upper‑level undergraduate courses, including laboratory sections.
• Manage, maintain, and upgrade laboratory experiments and equipment.
• Design, implement, assess, and continually improve the programs.

Salary and Benefits

• Salary is commensurate with degree level

Timetable

Application is ongoing and continues each semester based on enrollment and departmental needs. As candidates advance through the screening process, additional materials may be requested. To apply click the button below.

EEO Statement

Oklahoma Christian University does not unlawfully discriminate based on race, color, age, sex, disability, or national or ethnic origin in employment opportunities, in employment, admissions, or the provision of services, in keeping with applicable state and federal laws. Accordingly, subject to the following provisions, the University actively seeks to diversify its employee and student base. Oklahoma Christian University is affiliated with the fellowship of the Church of Christ, and the University is controlled by a Board of Trustees, all of whom are members of the Church of Christ.

The University operates within the Christian‑oriented aims, ideals, and religious tenets of the Church of Christ as taught in Holy Scripture. Thus, as a religiously‑controlled institution of higher education, Oklahoma Christian University is exempt from compliance with some provisions of certain civil rights laws, including some requirements of Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1974. The University intentionally claims and protects its rights to hire co‑religionists and individuals who share and support the mission of the University.

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