Chemistry Lab Instructor (Adjunct) — Afternoon Courses

Washington Adventist University; Takoma Park (MD); On-site; USD 490 - 910; Part time

Job summary

Washington Adventist University seeks an Adjunct Laboratory Instructor for Chemistry to teach afternoon chemistry labs for majors and non‑majors. The role involves selecting textbooks, guiding lab activities, and supervising facilities to maintain safety and equipment readiness.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s in Chemical Sciences, with experience in analytical techniques and strong communication. Prior teaching at college level is preferred, aligned with WAU’s mission and values.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemical Sciences from an accredited college or university.
• Experience with analytical techniques (FTIR, X-ray spectroscopy, NMR, HPLC, MS, crystallization, protein purification, molecular biology, calorimetry).
• Ability to communicate and work with a diverse student population.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Prior college/university lab teaching experience preferred.
• Knowledge of, and commitment to, the university’s philosophy and mission.

Responsibilities

• Teach laboratory content for majors and non-majors chemistry courses.
• Engage in the selection of textbook and other teaching aids necessary to the instruction of laboratory courses.
• Able to teach students the application of techniques used in analytical and biological chemistry, during a single laboratory session or during small laboratory projects.
• Supervise and maintain laboratories and equipment.
• Supervise lab safety during laboratory sessions, preparation, and clean-up.

Skills

Communication skills

Diversity engagement

Safety awareness

Analytical reasoning

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemical Sciences

Tools

FTIR

X-ray spectroscopy

NMR

HPLC

Mass spectrometry

Crystallization

Protein purification

Molecular biology

Calorimetry

Job description

Washington Adventist University seeks an Adjunct Laboratory Instructor for Chemistry to teach afternoon chemistry labs for majors and non‑majors. The role involves selecting textbooks, guiding lab activities, and supervising facilities to maintain safety and equipment readiness.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s in Chemical Sciences, with experience in analytical techniques and strong communication. Prior teaching at college level is preferred, aligned with WAU’s mission and values.