Adjunct Pool - Instructors in Chemistry

Inside Higher Ed
Naperville, IL
Posting Number

F000428

Position Title

Adjunct Pool - Instructors in Chemistry

Department

Chemistry/Physics

Division

Academic Affairs

Faculty Status

Non-Tenure Track

Supervisor Title

Chair Chem/Physics/Bio C

Status

Per Course Part-time Faculty

Tenure Track

No

Salary Range

$2,640-$2,860 (labs); $2,880-$3,120 (lectures)

Position Summary

The Department of Chemistry and Physics in the College of Arts and Sciences at North Central College invites applications for adjunct (per-course) faculty members for laboratory and lecture sections of General and Organic Chemistry. Adjunct instructors are required to deliver course content consistent with learning outcomes, contribute to the creation of assignments and other assessments, evaluate and grade student work, and be available for office hours to support student success.

These appointments are on a course-by-course basis. This posting is continuous to develop a qualified pool of interested candidates. If your academic area of interest/expertise meets our programmatic needs at any time, you may be contacted to discuss teaching opportunities. These needs change from semester to semester.

Faculty Associate (adjunct) positions are hired on one semester, renewable contracts with loads that do not exceed 8 credit hours; one course per semester is the norm. The position is a non-benefits eligible, fixed-term appointment with no tenure eligibility. The number of courses is contingent upon unit needs, funding, and sufficient enrollment.

Required Qualifications

A Ph.D. in chemistry or an associated field is preferred; candidates possessing a master’s degree and college-level teaching experience may also be considered. Teaching excellence is paramount.

Desired Qualifications

  • Prior higher education teaching experience preferred
  • Experience with technology/course management systems (e.g. Canvas)

The review of applications will occur as the College has needs for a particular course.

Applications will continue to be accepted and reviewed on an ongoing basis. This pool recruitment will be live throughout the academic year, and the College may or may not hire from it, depending on course needs. A background check and official transcripts are required prior to employment.

See for more information about our department and courses.

Interested candidates should submit an application with required documents using the following link: .

For further information, contact Dr. Paul Brandt at [email protected] .

Employment Conditions

An offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of the College’s background screening process.

Number Of Vacancies

1

EEO Statement

North Central College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. NCC provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, please notify the Office of Human Resources at 630-637-5757 or [email protected]

Determinations for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

Open Until Filled

Yes

Additional Information

The budgeted salary range for these positions are $2,640-$2,860 (labs) and $2,880-$3,120 (lectures). The pay offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors including (but not limited to) the selected candidate’s experience and qualifications, including equivalent years in rank, training, and field or discipline; internal equity; and external market pay for comparable jobs.
Posted 2025-12-27

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