Part-time Adjunct Instructor: Chemistry

Louisiana State University; Alexandria (LA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement options

Tuition exemption

Job summary

A public university in Louisiana is seeking a qualified part-time Adjunct Instructor in Chemistry. This role involves developing and instructing online courses aligned with LSU standards, particularly prioritizing candidates with backgrounds in inorganic or physical chemistry. Applicants must hold an advanced degree in Chemistry and have experience with online course development. The position offers flexible working conditions primarily online, and candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

Qualifications

• At least 18 graduate hours in chemistry required.
• Minimum of two years of experience developing or instructing online courses preferred.
• ABD will be considered if the PhD is completed by the time of hire.

Responsibilities

• Develop and instruct online courses as assigned.
• Maintain high standards of instruction.
• Respond to student emails within 24 hours.
• Keep regular office hours and assist with curriculum development.
• Maintains regular office hours and supports students electronically.
• Assists with curriculum development and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Online course development

Teaching in chemistry

Inorganic chemistry

Physical chemistry

Education

M.S., M.A., or Ph.D. in Chemistry

18 graduate hours in chemistry

ABD considered if Ph.D. completed by hire

Job description

Part-time Adjunct Instructor: Chemistry page is loaded## Part-time Adjunct Instructor: Chemistryremote type: Willing to Accept Out of State Candidateslocations: LSU - Alexandriatime type: Part timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R00112986Louisiana State University of Alexandria is a publicly supported institution that provides undergraduate level college education to the citizens of Central Louisiana. The university is a unit of the LSU System and operates under the auspices of the Louisiana Board of Regents. LSUA is located in Rapides Parish.## ****All Job Postings will close at 12:01a.m. CST (1:01a.m. EST) on the specified Closing Date (if designated).****## **If you close the browser or exit your application prior to submitting, the application progress will be saved as a draft. You will be able to access and complete the application through “My Draft Applications” located on your Candidate Home page.**## Job Posting Title:Part-time Adjunct Instructor: Chemistry## Position Type:Faculty## Department:LSUA ASA - Mathematics and Physical Sciences (Nathan J Sammons (00007928))## Work Location:LSU - Alexandria## Pay Grade:Academic## Job Description:**Application Due**: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled**Location:** OnlineLouisiana State University of Alexandria (LSUA) invites applicants for multiple part-time adjunct instructor positions in Chemistry. LSUA is partnering with LSU to offer a hybrid, mostly online B.S. in Chemistry and will count on new hires to play a vital role in this partnership. Adjuncts will be required to complete an intensive guided design model program designed to guide new hires through the development of an online course that is fully aligned with the LSU Online program, meets accessibility standards, and ensures a consistent and positive learning experience for students. Adjuncts will instruct this course beginning in the 2026-2027 academic year. The department is looking for applicants in all areas of chemistry, but priority will be given to those with a background in inorganic or physical chemistry. The contact person for this search is Dr. Jessica Ringo, Chair of the Department of Chemistry & Physics, [e-mail]**Qualifications:** M.S., M.A., or Ph.D. in chemistry with at least 18 graduate hours in chemistry. A minimum of two years of experience developing or instructing online courses is preferred. ABD will be considered if the Ph.D. is completed by the time of hire.**Responsibilities:**Typical duties include but are not limited to the following:* Continues to meet LSU Online training requirements and expectations* Develops and instructs online courses as assigned* Maintains high standards of instruction* Responds to student emails within 24 hours or the next business day* Keeps regular office hours and maintains a willingness to be receptive to students electronically* Assists with curriculum development* Performs other duties as assigned## Additional Job Description:## Competencies:None## Special Instructions:Application Instructions: Submit the application and the followings documents as a single PDF through Workday: (1) a detailed cover letter, (2) CV, (3) teaching philosophy (4) unofficial transcripts, and (5) contact information for three references.## Posting Date:February 3, 2026## Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):## Additional Position Information:**Background Check -** An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.**Benefits -** LSUA offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.## Essential Position (Y/N):## LSUA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.## HCM Contact Information:Questions or concerns can be directed to the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 318-473-6401 or emailed [e-mail] includes institutions, facilities and programs in each of Louisiana’s 64 parishes, and its campuses stretch the length of the state from New Orleans to Shreveport. Each institution plays a vital role in preparing students to incorporate new knowledge and technologies into their daily lives. LSU researchers across Louisiana are working on developing a wide-range of innovations to improve quality of life by studying issues such as disease management, advance medical treatments, obesity, coastal protection, hurricane preparedness, energy, natural resource management and agriculture, among others. Louisiana’s Flagship University is a land-, sea- and space-grant institution with academic programs in all areas of science, engineering, humanities, arts and social sciences.The University comprises of nine institutions:* Louisiana State University and Agricultural and Mechanical College (“LSU”), the premier flagship university for the state, which include the Paul M. 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