Adjunct Faculty - CPHYS 1308: General Chemistry I with Lab; Fall Semester 2026; Mondays/Wednesdays 4:00 - 6:00 pm; In-person, On-Campus
Course Description
This course introduces the fundamental principles of inorganic and organic chemistry, including atomic structure, periodic trends, chemical bonding, chemical reactions, and molecular structure. These concepts are further explored through the examination of contemporary applications and issues, such as air and water pollution, pesticides, food additives, forensic science, pharmaceuticals, and energy technologies. Particular emphasis is placed on evaluating the implications of these topics for public policy, environmental sustainability, and human health. The course includes a required student project designed to foster scientific inquiry and critical analysis. This course includes both a lecture and laboratory component.
Schedule
Fall Semester 2026; Mondays/Wednesdays 4:00 - 6:00 pm; In-person, On-Campus.
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Chemistry or a closely related field (required)
- PhD or terminal degree (preferred)
- Successful experience teaching chemistry and lab courses at the undergraduate level
- Experience supporting students with diverse academic backgrounds
- Demonstrated commitment to student-centered, inclusive, and equitable teaching practices
- Experience in constructivist inquiry-based learning with the ability to teach chemistry concepts in ways that are accessible, relevant, and engaging
- Experience using learning management systems and educational technology to support teaching and learning
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
About Lesley University
Located in the heart of Cambridge, Massachusetts, Lesley University is highly regarded for its graduate and undergraduate programs in the human arts of education, the arts, and applied social sciences. Lesley fosters a highly creative environment in which innovative ideas thrive, theory is integrated with practice and its 6,400 students and 90,000 alumni are empowered to improve and enrich communities. Lesley is committed to the ongoing pursuit of strategic diversity initiatives that help to position diversity, equity, and inclusion as fundamental to institutional and academic excellence at Lesley. In doing so, Lesley strives for a campus culture and community that fosters a true sense of belonging for all, provides opportunity for everyone to participate equally and fully in the Lesley experience, and helps to develop each individual's capacity to confidently and competently engage within and across difference. Given an evolving national context and the rapid change in the demographic profile of our country, the University has made a significant commitment to addressing and enhancing its campus climate and diversity capabilities as an institution.
Application Requirements
A letter of interest, CV/resume, and a statement addressing past and/or potential contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion through teaching, professional activity, and/or service must be included for full consideration.