Faculty Part-Time - Chemistry Laboratory Instructor (BNS)

UMass Lowell; Lowell (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

A public university in Lowell is seeking a part-time Chemistry Laboratory Instructor for undergraduate courses focused on health sciences. Responsibilities include teaching various chemistry lab courses and collaborating with the course coordinator to uphold quality standards. The ideal candidate holds a bachelor's degree in chemistry, has strong communication skills, and can commute to the campus. Experience in teaching and advanced degrees are preferred. Applications must include a CV and cover letter.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a bachelor's degree in chemistry or related science field with strong lab training.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills in English, both verbal and written.
• Regular commute to UMass Lowell South Campus for in‑person instruction.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate chemistry laboratory courses focusing on health sciences.
• Work collaboratively with course coordinator to ensure quality and consistency.
• Adapt instruction to health sciences focus and lab safety standards.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills (English)

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemistry or related field

Job description

Faculty Part-Time – Chemistry Laboratory Instructor (BNS)

The Department of Biomedical & Nutritional Sciences (BNS) in the Zuckerberg College of Health Sciences (ZCHS) at the University of Massachusetts Lowell (UML) is seeking part-time Adjunct Instructors to teach undergraduate chemistry laboratory courses with a focus on the health sciences. This posting serves to build a pool of qualified candidates for current and future teaching needs. Courses may include a one‑semester introductory general‑organic‑biochemistry (GOB) laboratory course (HSCI.1900L), a higher‑level two‑semester GOB laboratory course sequence (HSCI.2530 and HSCI.2540), a one‑semester organic chemistry laboratory course (BMSC.2440), and a one‑semester analytical instrumentation laboratory course (BMSC.3630). Selected instructors will work collaboratively with, and under the guidance of, the course coordinator to ensure consistency, quality, and alignment with departmental goals. Teaching assignments may vary by semester depending on departmental needs.

Minimum Qualifications

• A minimum of a bachelor's degree in chemistry or a related science field that involves strong training in chemistry laboratory work, especially analytical, organic, and biochemistry.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills in English, both verbal and written.
• The ability to regularly commute to UMass Lowell South Campus for in‑person instruction.

Preferred Qualifications

• Candidates with previous teaching experience will be given priority.
• Candidates with qualifications to teach in more than one area will be given priority.
• Candidates with a master's or doctoral degree, or with substantial experience in chemistry laboratory work are most desirable.
• Candidates having MLS(ASCP) certification would be ideal, since they could also contribute to the Medical Laboratory Science program in the department.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Review of applications will begin immediately. The position will close after an adequate number of qualified applications is received.

This is a part‑time, non‑benefited, Union of Adjunct Faculty, Local 1596, UAW position. For Adjunct Faculty salaries, please refer to the salary chart for the rates. Adjunct Faculty Salary Chart (pdf) – January 2026: https://www.uml.edu/docs/ADB3C0~1_tcm18-412147.PDF

Please include a CV and cover letter with your application. Names and contact information of three references will be required during the application process.

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