Instruction Specialist

Purdue University; West Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Purdue University in West Lafayette, IN seeks an Instructional Specialist to support and coordinate advanced undergraduate laboratory courses in analytical and physical chemistry. This role combines teaching, mentorship, and lab management to help students build hands-on scientific skills in a collaborative academic setting.

The ideal candidate will have two years of chemistry instruction experience, knowledge of chemical hygiene and laboratory instrumentation, and the ability to train and

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of chemistry instruction experience.
• Ability to train and supervise teaching assistants.
• Knowledge of chemical hygiene and safety practices.
• Experience with analytical and physical chemistry instrumentation.
• Instructor of record for two laboratory courses each semester.

Responsibilities

• Prepare laboratory materials for undergraduate courses.
• Serve as instructor of record for two laboratory courses each semester.
• Coordinate and provide functional supervision to teaching assistants.
• Manage grading and assessment activities.

Skills

Analytical chemistry

Physical chemistry

Lab safety

TA supervision

Instrumentation knowledge

Job description

College of Science - Chemistry | West Lafayette, Indiana

The College of Science is seeking anInstructional Specialist to support and coordinate advanced undergraduate laboratory courses in analytical and physical chemistry. This role offers the opportunity to combine teaching, mentorship, and laboratory management while helping students build hands‑on scientific skills in a collaborative academic environment.

Key responsibilities include preparing laboratory materials, serving as instructor of record for two laboratory courses each semester, coordinating and providing functional supervision to teaching assistants, and managing grading and assessment activities. The ideal candidate is organized, detail‑oriented, and passionate about student learning and laboratory instruction. Join Purdue and play a vital role in delivering high‑quality educational experiences that prepare the next generation of scientists.

What We're Looking For

Education and Experience Required:

• Two (2) years of chemistry instruction experience also required

Skills Required:

• Demonstrated knowledge of analytical and physical chemistry sufficient to support and teach undergraduate laboratory course content
• Knowledge of chemical hygiene, laboratory safety practices, and applicable regulations for the safe handling, storage, and disposal of chemicals in instructional laboratories
• Ability to train, coordinate, and functionally supervise graduate and/or undergraduate teaching assistants assigned to laboratory sections
• Familiarity with the operation, maintenance, and instructional use of common analytical and physical chemistry laboratory instrumentation

Additional Information:

• Purdue University will not sponsor employment authorization for this position
• A background check will be required for employment in this position
• FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible for Overtime)
• Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contribution Waiting Period

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