Adjunct Lecturer, Chemistry

Barnard College • New York City, NY

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Chemistry Department at Barnard College seeks a part-time instructor to teach two sections of Introductory Organic Chemistry Lab during the Spring 2026 semester. Job Description: Spring 2026 CHEM BC3328 Introductory Organic Chemistry Laboratory Description: Teaching two sections of an introductory organic chemistry lab course (CHEM BC3328) Providing in-lab demonstrations to students Supervising students’ in-lab work, providing guidance and feedback Grading pre- and post-lab assignments Holding office hours (minimum 2) each week Collaborating with other members of the organic laboratory teaching team to discuss course observations, adjustments, developments, etc. Pay Rate: $8,745 Exact instructional assignments and other academic responsibilities are determined by the Chair or Director.

Requirements

• PhD in Chemistry (or related field) required
• Commitment to undergraduate education
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment
• Strong communication skills
• Detail-oriented
• Lab safety training
• Two years of teaching experience required
• Must be available to teach in evenings (5-9:30 PM) on multiple weekdays
• Ability to navigate around lab space throughout duration of lab session (3-4 hours)

Responsibilities

• Teaching two sections of an introductory organic chemistry lab course (CHEM BC3328)
• Providing in-lab demonstrations to students
• Supervising students’ in-lab work, providing guidance and feedback
• Grading pre- and post-lab assignments
• Holding office hours (minimum 2) each week
• Collaborating with other members of the organic laboratory teaching team to discuss course observations, adjustments, developments, etc.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees