Adjunct Faculty - Chemistry

About the role

The Department of Chemistry at Keene State College is seeking qualified applicants for an adjunct faculty position for the Spring 2027 semester. Primary responsibilities will be to teach a one-semester laboratory-based course in analytical chemistry (CHEM 355) focusing on experimental techniques and instrumental methods of analysis. Other responsibilities will be to prepare and maintain teaching laboratory spaces and participate in department and/or unit meetings. Keene State College is located in the scenic Monadnock region of Southwest New Hampshire and is an affiliate of the University System of New Hampshire. Located approximately 2 hours from Boston or Hartford CT, and 4 hours from New York City, the region contains many opportunities to enjoy outdoor recreation, cultural events, and a strong sense of community.

Responsibilities

• Delivery of an existing curriculum and course content in analytical chemistry.
• Preparation of lesson plans and some supplementary course materials.
• Ensuring safe working conditions for and modeling safe working habits to students.
• Assessment of student learning.
• Assignment of grades.
• Referring of students to support services where necessary.
• When appropriate, provide supplemental instruction and mentorship to students.
• Prepare laboratory spaces for instruction with the support of a lab technician.
• Provide basic upkeep of laboratory spaces.
• Provide basic maintenance of laboratory equipment.
• Keep laboratory spaces clean and organized.
• Comply with USNH and KSC policies.
• Participate in department and/or unit meetings as appropriate.

Requirements

Minimum qualifications for consideration are a Master’s degree in chemistry or a related discipline, a demonstrated background and experience in analytical chemistry, and a record of success in in-person teaching at the College/University level. For individuals pursuing a Doctoral degree, ABD candidates will be considered.

Skills

• Demonstrated background and experience in analytical chemistry and/or chemical measurement.
• Ability to use basic analytical glassware to prepare, e.g., standard solutions and chemical reagents.
• Ability to perform basic analytical techniques, e.g., gravimetric analysis, manual titrations, sample preparation.
• Ability to analyze data using appropriate software tools.
• Ability to perform analysis using a wide range of chemical instrumentation, such as: Optical spectroscopy, Chromatography, Mass spectrometry, etc.

Pay

Pay Range: $800 Per Credit Hour (Masters in Science) or $840 Per Credit Hour (PhD). Actual offer will be based on skills, qualifications, experience, and internal equity, in addition to relevant business considerations.