Adjunct Instructor for Chemistry
Job Location:
Newburgh, NY - USA
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Job Summary
Job Title: Adjunct Instructor for Chemistry
Reports To: Chair Natural Science
Status: Contract Part-Time
The Division of Natural Sciences at Mount Saint Mary College (Newburgh NY) seeks qualified individuals to teach one or more sections of Nursing Chemistry Fundamentals beginning Fall 2026 but also with the possibility of an ongoing basis. This course introduces nursing students to the basic concepts of general organic and biochemistry specifically as they apply to the life sciences. The 3-hour laboratory scheduled for the course will include one hour of recitation which incorporates problem solving and the quantitative aspects of chemical behavior along with 2 hours of hands-on laboratory work. Previously-developed materials are available for use. This course is offered during the traditional 15-week semester schedule from late-August through mid-December.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide support and guidance to students
- Instruct an assigned course providing syllabi and other instructional materials
- Use of College learning management systems to deliver instruction
- Prepare and deliver course materials (lectures labs assignments assessments) in alignment with departmental learning goals.
- Maintain course records grade assignments and submit final grades in a timely manner.
- Provide students with regular feedback on performance and be available during office hours or by appointment.
- Adhere to departmental and college policies and deadlines.
- Coordinate with course coordinators and laboratory staff as needed
Knowledge skills and abilities
- Must have computer skills to include knowledgeable use of Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel and PowerPoint).
- Show proficiency in oral and written communications with the ability to generate high-quality classroom materials.
- Demonstrate the ability to clearly and engagingly present information lead class activities and facilitate student learning.
- Have leadership abilities to guide students in hands-on design or technology management in the laboratory setting.
- Demonstrate commitment to student success and academic excellence.
Requirements
- A graduate degree in Chemistry or a related field.
- Demonstrated experience within the field of Chemistry.
Physical and Other Requirements
- May require standing for long periods of time
- May require talking for long periods of time
- May require carrying course materials
Modality:
- In-person only
Additional Materials and Procedure
- Letter summarizing your interest in and qualifications for the position.
- Official transcripts from all graduate-level institutions at which the candidate studied and/or from which the candidate obtained a degree.
- Current curriculum vitae that includes evidence of teaching experience and effectiveness as well as courses developed and/or taught.
- Two letters of professional reference.
Compensation
$2490-3450 depending on degree and lecture/lab taught
Review of applications will begin immediately.
For information about Mount Saint Mary College please visit . Questions about this position can be forwarded to Chair Division of Natural Sciences Program for the School of Art Sciences and Education.
Mount Saint Mary College is an independent liberal arts college located in New Yorks scenic Hudson Valley 60 miles north of New York City with a strong focus on preparing students for lifelong service. The College is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer with a strong commitment to diversifying its faculty and staff. Mount Saint Mary College does not discriminate in its employment operations programs and services on the basis of race creed color religion sex sexual orientation gender gender identity or expression age disability marital status citizenship national origin genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.
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