Lecturer in Chemistry

Position: Part-Time Faculty: CHE 106 General Chemistry Lecture I (Fall 2025)
Job #: 078431
Location: Syracuse, NY
Pay Range: $1,440 - $2,000 per credit hour
FLSA Status: Exempt
Hours: As determined by department/chair. Office hours required.
Job Type: Part-time
Rank: PTI/Adjunct
Campus: Syracuse, NY
Unionized Position Code: UA

Job Description

The Chemistry Department is seeking a part-time instructor to teach CHE 106: General Chemistry Lecture I for the Fall 2025 semester. This course covers the fundamental principles and laws underlying chemical action, states of matter, atomic and molecular structure, chemical bonding, stoichiometry, properties of solutions, chemical equilibria, and introductory thermochemistry.

• The lecture meets in-person each Monday & Wednesday 5:15–6:35 PM.

• Instructors will be supported with syllabus templates, exam preparation assistance, and logistical support from office staff.

• The department is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in higher education and seeks candidates who actively contribute to this mission.

Qualifications

• Required: Ph.D. or working towards a Ph.D. in Chemistry or a related field.

• Job Specific:

  • Strong understanding of general chemistry

  • Previous experience teaching chemistry

Responsibilities

• Develop and/or update class syllabus

• Prepare lectures, projects, and student assignments

• Maintain regularly scheduled office hours

• Present instruction aligned with course competencies and performance levels

• Meet all designated class periods

• Submit mid-semester progress reports and final grades according to University regulations

• Grade student assignments and exams in a timely manner

• Provide departmentally sanctioned forms for completed student evaluations

• Build a positive rapport with students and other faculty

Physical Requirements

• Not applicable

Tools/Equipment

• Not applicable

Application Instructions

• Complete an online application

• Attach the following:

  • Curriculum Vitae

  • Cover Letter

  • List of three references

About Syracuse University

Syracuse University is a private, international research university with distinctive academics and diverse offerings. Located in central New York State, Syracuse University serves nearly 15,000 undergraduates and 5,000 graduate students. The university offers more than 200 majors and 100 minors through 13 schools and colleges and maintains a global alumni network across 160 countries.

About the Syracuse Area

Syracuse is a medium-sized city with a metro-area population of approximately 500,000. The area offers a low cost of living, abundant cultural and recreational options, and access to outdoor activities, including skiing, hiking, biking, and winery tours.

EEO Statement

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Quick Link

Apply online via Syracuse University Jobs: https://www.sujobopps.com/postings/110383

Applicant Documents Required

• Resume/CV

• Cover Letter

• Reference List

Optional: Supplemental questions, including:

• How did you first find out about this position?
  Options include sujobopps.com, recruiter, career fair, online job boards, social media, referral, or other.

Job Posting Date: 07/30/2025
Application Deadline: Open until filled
Job Category: Faculty

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