Chemistry and Biochemistry Instructors (Part-Time)

Capital University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

A higher education institution in Columbus, Ohio, seeks passionate educators for part-time instructor positions in general chemistry and organic chemistry for Summer and Fall 2026. Candidates must have a Ph.D. and demonstrate teaching excellence, particularly using evidence-based practices. Responsibilities include teaching lectures and labs for various chemistry courses. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and CV through the university's website.

Qualifications

• Candidates should have a Ph.D. or related experiences.
• Demonstrate evidence of excellence in teaching.
• Preference for incorporating evidence-based teaching practices.

Responsibilities

• Teach lecture and laboratory in general chemistry for STEM majors.
• Teach lecture and laboratory in organic chemistry.
• Opportunities to teach introductory and upper-level courses.

Skills

Excellence in teaching

Evidence-based teaching practices

Chemistry knowledge

Education

Ph.D. at the time of appointment

Job description

Overview

Capital University seeks passionate science educators with experience in general chemistry and organic chemistry for part-time instructor positions in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry in Summer and Fall 2026.

Responsibilities

For Summer 2026, successful candidates should be able to teach both lecture and laboratory in general chemistry (for STEM majors) and/or organic chemistry. For Fall 2026, successful candidates should be able to teach both lecture and laboratory in general chemistry for STEM majors (Chemical Principles) and/or general, organic, and biological chemistry to primarily nursing majors (GOB Chemistry). There could be opportunities to teach other introductory and upper-level courses as well as University Signature Learning program courses in the sciences during the academic year as well.

Qualifications

Qualified candidates will have a Ph.D. at the time of appointment or related experiences. Applicants must demonstrate evidence of excellence in teaching and preference will be given to applicants that incorporate evidence-based teaching practices in their classrooms.

Application Process

Interested candidates should send 1) cover letter and 2) a curriculum vitae.

Please upload all requested documents to the drop box on the application.

Applications for this position should be submitted through the Capital University website:

https://capital.applicantpro.com/jobs/

Contact

For specific questions, contact Dr. Tracey Murray at [e-mail]

Timeline & Visa

The review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. The positions for summer term begin in May 2026 and fall term in August 2026.

Capital University is currently unable to sponsor employment Visas or consider candidates who will require Visa sponsorship.

Information

For more information on Capital University, visit our website at
www.capital.edu

Equal Opportunity

Capital University is an equal opportunity employer. Capital University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, religion, sex, gender, age, disability, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by the law.