Faculty Part-Time – Chemistry Laboratory Instructor (BNS)

University of Mississippi Medical Center; Lowell (MA); On-site; USD 12,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Part-time, non-benefited

Union of Adjunct Faculty Local 1596 (U

Job summary

A higher education institution in Lowell seeks a part-time Chemistry Laboratory Instructor to teach undergraduate courses focused on health sciences. Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in chemistry or a related field and strong communication skills. Previous teaching experience is preferred. This is a union position which requires in-person instruction at the UMass Lowell South Campus. Salary information is available in the adjunct faculty salary chart.

Qualifications

• Minimum bachelor’s degree in chemistry or related science.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills in English.
• Ability to commute to UMass Lowell South Campus.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate chemistry laboratory courses focused on health sciences.
• Collaborate with course coordinator for quality and consistency.
• Adjust teaching assignments based on departmental needs.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills in English

Education

Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or related field

Job description

Faculty Part‑time – Chemistry Laboratory Instructor (BNS)

Job no: 529013
Position type: Faculty Part Time/Adjunct
Campus: UMass Lowell
Department: Biomed & Nutritional Sciences
Salary: For Adjunct Faculty salaries, please refer to the salary chart for the rates in posting section.
Applications Open: Nov 13 2025
Applications Close: Open until filled

General Summary of the Position:

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. Courses may include a one‑semester introductory general‑organics‑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.

The University of Massachusetts Lowell welcomes all qualified applicants and complies with all state and federal anti‑discrimination laws.